23 Merrill Hill, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694

$3,099,900

From the finest custom upgrades to a fantastical resort backyard, this luxurious view home at Clifton Heights in Ladera Ranch is among the community’s finest. Located at the end of a cul-de-sac, the regal Tudor-style residence boasts an elevated homesite spanning more than 10,000 square feet with panoramic valley, hill,… Read More mountain and evening-light views. Inspired by Disney pirates, a magazine-worthy 10.5'-deep swimming pool showcases lifelike rockscapes with inlaid fossils, a bridge, Baja shelf, waterfall with secret grotto, and a water slide that is nearly 20' long. Custom lighting, a spa, and auto-fill tech complete the enchanting scene. Grounds wrap around to a patio with a custom Tiki-themed palapa, where a built-in bar includes a Lynx grill and Viking appliances. The front yard captivates with a private fireplace and infrared warmed entry courtyard with wrought-iron gate. Approximately 4,758 square feet, the floorplan is one of the most sought-after and rarely available in the neighborhood, with five ensuite bedrooms, five- and one-half baths and versatile living spaces. A secondary bedroom is located on the first level, and a sophisticated casita with separate entrance is situated at the top of a staircase ascending from the courtyard. A generous loft provides the ideal spot for a media room, play room or second family room. First impressions are magnificent thanks to a double-height foyer with a floating circular staircase, and a formal living room. A custom two-sided fireplace in the living room that is shared with a custom wood-paneled office/library. Entertain formally in a dining room that opens to the courtyard, and host blockbuster movie nights in the family room, which showcases surround sound, a fireplace, built-in aquarium and scenic views. The fully appointed open kitchen features a large island with prep sink, breakfast nook with French door to the backyard, granite countertops with full backsplash, a built-in refrigerator and double oven. Sweeping views embellish the grand primary suite, which hosts a private office, tray ceiling, Bose surround sound, two walk-in closets with built-ins, and a lux bath with tub, separate shower and individual vanities. Hardwood and tile flooring, elegant custom millwork, new interior paint, recessed lighting, custom built-in cabinetry and plantation shutters are included, with whole-house water filtration, whole-house pex repipe, fans, audio and solar power (65 panel) working behind the scenes. Read Less

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Jul 27, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

4,758

Lot Size

0.23 Acres

Year Built

2002

MLS Number

OC25159629

30 Days Snapshot Of 92694

$1.68M

+14%

(avg) sold price

-18%

homes sold

-7%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Property Access

Road frontage type: CityStreet, Road surface type: Paved

Appliances & Equipment

BuiltInRange, Barbecue, DoubleOven, Dishwasher, GasCooktop, Disposal, GasRange, Microwave, RangeHood, WaterSoftener, TrashCompactor

Building

Built in 2002, Levels: Two, Living area: 4758, 2 stories, Architectural style: Tudor, Common walls: NoCommonWalls

Community

Biking, Curbs, DogPark, Gutters, Hiking, StormDrains, StreetLights, Sidewalks

Cooling

CentralAir, WholeHouseFan

Exterior Features

Barbecue, Lighting, RainGutters

Fireplaces

FamilyRoom, LivingRoom, MultiSided, Outside

Floors

Tile, Wood

Garage

4 spaces

Home Owner's Association

Association fee: $283, Association amenities: Clubhouse, SportCourt, DogPark, FirePit, OutdoorCookingArea, OtherCourts, Barbecue, PicnicArea, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, SpaHotTub, TennisCourts, Trails

Interior Features

BreakfastBar, BuiltInFeatures, TrayCeilings, SeparateFormalDiningRoom, OpenFloorplan, Pantry, PullDownAtticStairs, RecessedLighting, SeeRemarks, Storage, WiredForSound, BedroomOnMainLevel, EntranceFoyer, Loft, PrimarySuite, UtilityRoom, WalkInClosets

Laundry

LaundryRoom

Lot

0.2297 acres, 10,005 square feet, Size: 10,005, BackYard, CulDeSac, FrontYard, Lawn, SprinklerSystem, Yard

Parking

4 totals parking, DirectAccess, Driveway, Garage, Oversized

Pool

Private, Association

Property

Covered, Enclosed, Patio, CityLights, Canyon, Hills, Mountains, Neighborhood, Panoramic

Sewer

PublicSewer

Spa

Private

Windows

CustomCoverings, PlantationShutters

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