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212 Avenida Valencia W San Clemente CA 92672
Price $ 3,450,000
Listing ID OC26015035
Status Active
Property Type Single Family Residence
County Orange
Neighborhood Southwest
Beds 3
Baths 1 Full  1 Half
House Size 1891
Year Built 1929
Days on website 10
Description
Offered for the first time in over 50 years, this exceptional 1929 Spanish Colonial Revival is a rare offering in the coveted Southwest—lovingly maintained in its authentic character and rich with provenance. Designed by architect E.W. Klausen and built by O.M. Berg for William Thom, then Mayor of Pasadena, the home is recognized on the City’s Designated Historic Resources & Landmarks list—an address with history, craft, and quiet gravitas. Set on a rare 9,520 sq. ft. lot-and-a-half and spanning approx. 1,891 sq. ft., the 3 bed, 2.5 bath home is a study in preserved craftsmanship—where the architecture and interiors still speak the same language. True to its roots, a composed roofline blends hip and front-gable forms, finished in Spanish clay tile, while original wood casement windows remain throughout, holding the home’s scale, proportions, and warmth. Inside, the kind of material integrity that rarely survives intact sets the tone: lath-and-plaster walls, original doors and hardware, and glass knobs paired with a classic skeleton key—small, cinematic details that instantly place the home in its era. The interior doors feature distinctive round medallion-style carving, adding texture and artistry to everyday passages. Underfoot, 1” wood planks laid in a meticulous 3–4–5 pattern reflect a level of craftsmanship nearly impossible to replicate today. The living room is anchored by a statement Talavera-tiled fireplace with period ventilation detailing, framed by dramatic wood-beamed ceilings and softened by natural light. In the dining room, original built-in corner curio cabinets add a collected, timeless finish—equal parts function and charm. The grounds feel established and private—staghorn ferns, mature landscaping, and a Spanish pergola-style setting creating an atmosphere of calm. A long gravel driveway leads to the original high-ceiling two-car garage and generous additional parking, with a classic wing wall creating a graceful connection between the residence and the detached garage. Balconies—including a primary balcony with ocean views—bring the coast into everyday life. Just two blocks from the beach, this is San Clemente living at its most timeless—morning surf, sunset strolls, and a home that holds the story of it all. Eligible for the Mills Act, this is legacy with the potential for meaningful property tax advantages. An invitation to preserve and steward one of San Clemente’s historic originals.
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Financial Information
List Price: $ 3450000
Property Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Basement: Unfinished
Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Sidewalks
Electric: Standard
Elementary School: Concordia
Fencing: Masonry
Fireplace Features: Masonry
Flooring: Wood
Foundation Details: Raised
Heating: Central
High School: San Clemente
High School District: Capistrano Unified
Interior Features: Balcony, Pantry
Levels: Two
Lot Features: Landscaped, Lawn, Walkstreet, Yard
Middle Or Junior School: Shorecliff
Other Structures: Gazebo
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Gravel, Private, Storage
Patio And Porch Features: Brick, Deck
Road Surface Type: Paved
Senior Community YN: false
Structure Type: House
View: Hills, Ocean
Water Source: Public
Elementary School: Concordia
High School: San Clemente
High School District: Capistrano Unified
Middle Or Junior School: Shorecliff
Senior Community YN: false
MLS Area Major: SW - San Clemente Southwest
City: San Clemente
Listed By:   Doug Echelberger   Inhabit Collective 
CA Lic#
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