Welcome to 2838 Riachuelo – a single-story gem that embodies the San Clemente lifestyle! This property offers a spacious 10,000-square-foot lot with 1,850 square feet of living space. Nestled in the highly desirable Forster Ranch community, within the Veracruz tract, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is the one you've been waiting for. Upon entering, you'll be greeted by an abundance of natural light streaming through dual-pane windows, illuminating the open living area that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. Cozy up to the floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and enjoy the view of the large backyard. The kitchen is open and spacious, featuring high ceilings with beautiful skylights, upgraded fixtures, top-of-the-line appliances, and black granite countertops that enhance its modern design. The master bedroom is a stunning retreat with high ceilings and a spa-like bathroom that offers a truly unique experience. The secondary bathroom, easily accessible from the two other bedrooms, has been beautifully upgraded with designer finishes, including luxury tile and an upgraded vanity. This move-in-ready home includes a tankless water heater, a water softening system, and an oversized driveway with RV parking potential. Enjoy low HOA dues in a community that's just a stone's throw from Forster Ranch Community Park, as well as two excellent schools: Truman Benedict Elementary and Bernice Ayer Middle School.
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
9,900 sq ftLot Size
$926Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Brandon Halperin•DRE #02197565• Anvil Real Estate
Contact: 949-992-7304
Bought with Jadon Lavik•DRE #02004655• Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Spectacular single story home on magnificent, park-like lot with newer lush landscaping, stone hardscape & waterfall; expanded and remodeled to perfection with added charming family room, gourmet kitchen w/ granite countertops & full backsplash, custom Country Oak cabinetry, top of the line appliances (Bosch, GE Profile, Grohe), volume ceilings w/ skylights++; gorgeous remodeled baths - master bath w/ volume ceiling, granite, travertine, custom glass, block glass, oversized shower & sky light; newer vinyl clad windows & doors; hardwood flooring; living room w/ stacked stone fireplace; newer roll-up garage door; tankless hot water heater & so much more. Quality materials are evident throughout. Extra large lot is breathtaking; enjoy outdoor living w/ patio accessed f/ family room, living room & master bedroom. This home is truly a gem that will delight the most discriminating buyer. Please see remarks for inquiries, showings, etc.
Public Records
Jun 27, 1994
Sold
$227,000
$123/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 8, 1987
Sold
$153,000
$83/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 15, 1986
Sold
$2,336,500
$1,263/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,492 (−3.9%)
$643,046 + $104,681
$747,727
2024
$7,797 (+2.2%)
$643,046 + $104,681
$747,727
2023
$7,630 (+2.0%)
$566,702 + $208,907
$775,609
2022
$7,484 (+2.0%)
$555,590 + $204,811
$760,401
2021
$7,338 (+1.0%)
$544,696 + $200,796
$745,492
2020
$7,264 (+2.0%)
$534,016 + $196,859
$730,875
2019
$7,120 (+2.0%)
$528,540 + $194,841
$723,381
2018
$6,982 (+2.0%)
$518,177 + $191,021
$709,198
2017
$6,844 (+2.0%)
$498,056 + $183,604
$681,660
2016
$6,712 (+1.6%)
$498,056 + $183,604
$681,660
2015
$6,609 (+2.0%)
$488,291 + $180,004
$668,295
2014
$6,481 (+4.5%)
$471,535 + $173,828
$645,363
2013
$6,204 (−0.2%)
$471,535 + $173,828
$645,363
2012
$6,216 (−1.1%)
$451,176 + $166,324
$617,500
2011
$6,284 (+92.1%)
$451,176 + $166,324
$617,500
2010
$3,272 (−1.7%)
$451,176 + $166,324
$617,500
2009
$3,327 (+2.1%)
$151,790 + $171,552
$323,342
2008
$3,260
$152,151 + $171,960
$324,111
Tax history for 2838 Riachuelo
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,492 (−3.9%)
$643,046 + $104,681
$747,727
2024
$7,797 (+2.2%)
$643,046 + $104,681
$747,727
2023
$7,630 (+2.0%)
$566,702 + $208,907
$775,609
2022
$7,484 (+2.0%)
$555,590 + $204,811
$760,401
2021
$7,338 (+1.0%)
$544,696 + $200,796
$745,492
2020
$7,264 (+2.0%)
$534,016 + $196,859
$730,875
2019
$7,120 (+2.0%)
$528,540 + $194,841
$723,381
2018
$6,982 (+2.0%)
$518,177 + $191,021
$709,198
2017
$6,844 (+2.0%)
$498,056 + $183,604
$681,660
2016
$6,712 (+1.6%)
$498,056 + $183,604
$681,660
2015
$6,609 (+2.0%)
$488,291 + $180,004
$668,295
2014
$6,481 (+4.5%)
$471,535 + $173,828
$645,363
2013
$6,204 (−0.2%)
$471,535 + $173,828
$645,363
2012
$6,216 (−1.1%)
$451,176 + $166,324
$617,500
2011
$6,284 (+92.1%)
$451,176 + $166,324
$617,500
2010
$3,272 (−1.7%)
$451,176 + $166,324
$617,500
2009
$3,327 (+2.1%)
$151,790 + $171,552
$323,342
2008
$3,260
$152,151 + $171,960
$324,111
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,900 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1987
Sq. Ft.
1,850
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
68037319
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
Mar 12, 2003 • Final
Bldg sfd
Construct a new extension to an existing kitchen.
Addition
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage, Garage - Front Entry, RV Access/Parking, RV Potential
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Dryer Included, In Garage, Washer Included
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Water Softener
Has Appliances
Formal Dining Room, In Kitchen
Granite Counters, Remodeled Kitchen
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Shower, Shower in Tub, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Upgraded, Walk-in shower
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Gas
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Tile
Heating Information
Central Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: Front Door
Granite Counters, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Track Lighting
Lot Features: Landscaped, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Ranch, Sprinkler System
Property Information
Common Interest: Planned Development
Total # of Units: 1
Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: North
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 68037319
Property Condition: Turnkey
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property ADU: No
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Telephone - In Street, Telephone - On Property, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 125
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Veracruz
Association Fee: $90
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Maintenance Grounds
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Park, Sidewalks
School Information
Elementary School: Truman Benedict
Middle Or Junior School: Bernice
High School: San Clemente
High School District: Capistrano Unified
Elementary School 2: TRUBEN
Middle Or Junior School 2: BERNIC
High School 2: SANCLE
Location Information
Latitude: 33.46908700
Longitude: -117.62925700
Other Subdivision Name: Veracruz (VER)
Directions: Camino Veracruz and Calle Sarmentoso
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets
Road Surface Type: Paved
Subdivision Name: Veracruz (VER)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,850
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,900 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Orange County
APN: 68037319
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: All Staging Furniture
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 949-992-7304
Days Active in MLS: 7
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 7
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Brandon
List Agent Last Name: Halperin
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Anvil Real Estate
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Jadon
Buyer Agent Last Name: Lavik
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Around this home
Schools
Truman Benedict Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Bernice Ayer Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
San Clemente High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.63M – $1.97M
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