Welcome to 1 Corte Rivera with it's curb appeal and relaxed coastal California lifestyle! This elegant spacious single level home with its thoughtful architectural detail and floor plan, is in the sought after Talega GALLERY 55+ gated Community, with all of its amenities! Desirably located on a picturesque quiet cul-de-sac, this lovely home has been meticulously maintained by it's original owners who bought it new. Stunning vaulted entry, open floor plan, and 2 bedrooms plus an office are in 2,841 sq. ft. The best value currently for sale in The Gallery based on size and price per square ft! A living/dining room has a central fireplace, great for gathering with friends and family! The open layout kitchen's large island offers counter seating, granite counters, pull out cabinet drawers. **NEWER stainless steel double ovens, range and a vent hood.** It opens to an informal dining space and a family room with a second cozy fireplace and built in entertainment cabinet. Access the peaceful backyard easily, for the best of indoor outdoor living! A comfortable & private primary suite offers new carpet, plantation shutters, a spa like bathroom with a soaking tub, walk-in shower with dual shower heads, two sink areas, and a luxurious walk-in closet with a customized built-in organizer. The guest bedroom and office are located separately with their own bathroom, offering privacy. **NEWER Lennox Furnace & Air Conditioning were installed in 2018, and plumbing was upgraded to epoxy coating in 2012, per seller **. Beautifully landscaped private patio with custom hardscaping, planter beds, and a wood shade cover. Spacious indoor laundry room with ample storage. Bonus, the driveway is longer than many of the homes here, for your comfort! The well appointed Gallery Clubhouse offers many social events and community, a pool, spa, exercise gym, sitting areas, a card room, and so many fun social activities. Living here you have your choice of many activities - practice your golf at the putting green, try your hand at bocce ball, croquet, tennis or pickle ball, swim, work out at the gym, or enjoy a lovely walk in this peaceful community. It's just a short drive to the beach, golf course, restaurants, shops, additional Talega amenities, and all the area has to offer! Come start making your new friendships and memories here in beautiful San Clemente, with it's cool ocean breeze and beautiful sunsets! Watch the included video clip, and come see this home before it's sold!
Sold for $1,600,000 on 05/27/25
Listing Provided by:
Kristin Balalis DRE #01401093 909-771-8040,
Century 21 Masters
$1,600,000
1 Corte Rivera, San Clemente, CA 92673
2beds
2,841sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
6,490 Square Feet Lot
$1,599,000 Zestimate®
$563/sqft
$6,016 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 28, 2025 at 04:12pm
Listing Provided by:
Kristin Balalis DRE #01401093 909-771-8040,
Century 21 Masters
Bought with:
Brandi Brotherton, DRE #01943336
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: CV25053096
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Closet, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Full Bath on Main Level, Granite Counters, Linen Closet, Multiple Shower Heads, Soaking Tub
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Plantation Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,841 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Safe Emergency Egress from Home, Grab Bars, Low Pile Carpet, No Stairs, Accessible Doors
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: First level with 1 step
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: Community, In Ground, Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association, Community, In Ground
- Fencing: Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Peek-A-Boo
Lot
- Size: 6,490 sqft
- Features: Close to Clubhouse, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System
Details
- Parcel number: 70129145
- Special conditions: Standard,Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Appliances, HVAC
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Gate, Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Biking, Golf, Hiking, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated, Pool
Senior living
- Senior community: Yes
Location
- Region: San Clemente
- Subdivision: Sandbridge (Sand)
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $305 monthly
- Amenities included: Bocce Court, Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Sport Court, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Maintenance Grounds, Game Room, Meeting Room, Management, Maintenance Front Yard, Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- Association name: Tallega Gallery
- Association phone: 949-361-4685
- Second HOA fee: $267 monthly
- Second association name: Tallega Maintenance Corp.
- Second association phone: 949-361-8466
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
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