New to market with Panoramic views and luxury await at 25 Via Cartama, a former model home situated behind the gates of Talega's exclusive Catania neighborhood. On an expansive 7,774 sf lot featuring custom glass fencing and unobstructed views of the golf course, city lights. The beautifully designed floor plan with 3833 sf offers 5 bed/5 baths. The private attached casita was changed to a walk in shower for a convenient first-floor en-suite. The grand double-height foyer with a dramatic semi-circular staircase welcomes you into the formal dining room and living room, featuring a fireplace updated with a modern log and gas system (2025). Completely gutted to the drywall and remodeled in 2019, high-end finishes include wide-plank white oak flooring, fresh premium carpet, leaded-glass windows, and crown molding. Interior walls were repainted, staircase balusters upgraded, and a storage closet added under stairs, Bermuda shutters in several rooms. The gourmet kitchen is completely updated with replaced hardwood flooring, premium Quartsite countertops, custom cabinetry, a massive island, a walk-in pantry, and high-end stainless steel Thermidor appliances, (range was $12k). Master Suite includes private deck overlooking the fairway, dual walk-in closets, a soaking tub, and a completely remodeled walk-in shower. All bathrooms throughout the home have been fully modernized with new cabinetry, tile/stone floors, and premium plumbing fixtures. Improved systems & Infrastructure: Fully repiped with PEX plumbing, a $5K+ Puragain whole-home reverse osmosis drinking water filtration system (2023), a new water heater (2022), and two brand-new A/C units installed in August 2026. Whole-home sound system with recessed surround sound in the family room, master suite, and casita, paired with a Ring camera security system and a new smart garage door opener (2024). A large main-level study with built-in desk provides the perfect workspace. Upstairs, 6th BRM was converted into a dedicated craft room and convenient second laundry room. Overall, since 2019 with the major remodel, the total updating is approximately $300k. The private backyard features a sprawling lawn, semi-tropical landscaping, fresh mulch, cozy custom fireplace, and a covered loggia. The garage boasts suspended storage racks, new door springs, freshly painted doors and just steps across the street from a charming pocket park and minutes from Talega's championship golf club, scenic trails, swim club, and parks.
| MLS # | OC26215084 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| HOA Dues | $293 |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 2006 |
| Days On Site | 37 |
| Listing Provided By | Coldwell Banker Realty | Tom Franco |
| Bed(s) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 5 Total |
| SQ Feet | 3,833 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Units | 1 |
| Acreage | 0.18 |
| Golf Course | Yes |
| Property View | Yes |
| Cooling | Central Air, Dual, Energy Star Qualified Equipment, High Efficiency |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central, Forced Air, Fireplaces, Natural Gas |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Interior Features | Built In Features, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, In Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Wired For Data, Wired For Sound, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets |
| Window Features | Blinds, Casement Windows, Double Pane Windows, Energy Star Qualified Windows, Plantation Shutters |
| Appliances | Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Softener, Water To Refrigerator, Water Purifier |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
| Exterior Features | Rain Gutters |
|---|---|
| Roof | Tile |
| Security Features | Security System, Closed Circuit Cameras, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Detection System, Fire Sprinkler System, Security Gate, Gated Community, Twenty Four Hour Security, Smoke Detectors |
| Construction Materials | Drywall, Stucco |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter, Tie Down |
| Lot Features | Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Level, Near Park, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Walkstreet, Yard |
| Fencing | Block, Glass, Privacy |
| Attached Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Direct Access, Driveway Level, Door Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, On Street, Storage |
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
| Utilities | Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
|---|---|
| Electric | Volts220In Garage, Volts220In Kitchen, Volts220In Laundry, Standard |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Community Features | Biking, Dog Park, Golf, Hiking, Horse Trails, Near National Forest, Preserve Public Land, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Valley, Gated, Park, Pool |
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| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | Orange |
| City | San Clemente |
| Zip Code | 92673 |
| Area | TL Talega |
| Community Name | Catania (CATN) |
| Listing VS Median (in Catania (CATN)) | |
Price: $2,675,000 low | high Med: $1,338,750 sqft: 3,833 low | high Med: 2,042 $ / sqft: $698 low | high Med: $354 On site: 37 low | high Med: 28.5 | |
| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | Orange |
| City | San Clemente |
| Zip Code | 92673 |
| Area | TL Talega |
| Community Name | Catania (CATN) |
| Listing VS Median (in Catania (CATN)) | |
Price: $2,675,000 low | high Med: $1,338,750 sqft: 3,833 low | high Med: 2,042 $ / sqft: $698 low | high Med: $354 On site: 37 low | high Med: 28.5 | |
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