About 5503 Costa Escondida
GORGEOUS UPGRADES, PRIVATE LOT AND OWNED SOLAR! Beautifully upgraded Ridgemore home in the highly desirable Forster Highlands community. Set on a lot backing to a natural hillside, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers a peaceful setting, wonderful privacy, and one of the community’s most sought-after floor plans. The inviting interior features a formal entry with vaulted ceilings, spacious living and dining areas, vinyl flooring, white shaker cabinetry, quartzite kitchen counters, stainless steel appliances, a full backsplash, and wine refrigerator. The kitchen opens comfortably to the main living spaces, creating an ideal layout for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, the primary suite offers hillside views, a private balcony, Milgard sliding door, and an en-suite bath with a relaxing jetted tub. Three secondary bedrooms, a full bath, and an upstairs laundry room complete the second level. Energy-efficient premium upgrades that enhance comfort while reducing monthly utility costs include owned 9 kW solar system including battery for added energy efficiency and owned whole-house SpringWell water filtration and water softening system providing high quality water throughout the home. The low-maintenance backyard is designed for outdoor enjoyment with artificial turf, custom brick hardscaping, accent lighting, a pergola, and built-in BBQ/kitchen area. Enjoy Forster Highlands amenities including pools, spas, clubhouse, tot lot, parks, tennis courts, and nearby award-winning schools. No Mello Roos.
Features of 5503 Costa Escondida
| MLS® # | OC26142351 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,799,990 |
| Sold Price | $1,800,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 2,407 |
| Lot Sqft | 5,760 |
| Acres | 0.13 |
| Year Built | 2001 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Mediterranean |
| Status | Closed |
| # Of Units | 1 |
Community Information
| Address | 5503 Costa Escondida |
|---|---|
| Area | FR - Forster Ranch |
| Subdivision | Ridgemore (RIDG) |
| City | San Clemente |
| County | Orange |
| Zip Code | 92673 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Outdoor Cooking Area, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Trail(s) |
|---|---|
| Utilities | Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Parking | Garage, Direct Access, Door-Multi, Garage Faces Front, Paved |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Garage, Direct Access, Door-Multi, Garage Faces Front, Paved |
| View | Neighborhood, Canyon, City Lights, Hills, Panoramic, Trees/Woods |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Association |
Interior
| Interior | Vinyl |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Built-in Features, Separate/Formal Dining Room, All Bedrooms Up, Balcony, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry |
| Appliances | Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, High Efficiency Water Heater, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater |
| Heating | Central, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, High Efficiency |
| Cooling | Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Family Room |
| # of Stories | 2 |
| Stories | Two |
Exterior
| Exterior | Drywall, Stucco |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Lighting, Rain Gutters |
| Lot Description | Front Yard, Back Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Sprinkler System |
| Windows | Double Pane Windows, Screens |
| Roof | Concrete, Tile |
| Construction | Drywall, Stucco |
| Foundation | Slab |
School Information
| District | Capistrano Unified |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Truman Benedict |
| Middle | Bernice |
| High | San Clemente |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | June 30th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Date Sold | September 8th, 2026 |
| Days on Market | 33 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| HOA Fees | 325 |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Monthly |
Listing Details
| Agent | Holly Mckhann |
|---|---|
| Office | First Team Real Estate |