22 Acres in San Juan Capistrano to Be Auctioned Off without Reserve

From an edited press release:

Five years ago, when Mike Barth had the chance to purchase 22 undeveloped acres in his hometown of San Juan Capistrano, he jumped at the opportunity. A SoCal contractor, Barth is not unfamiliar with the real estate market — the acreage was a rarity then, and today, represents one of the largest single parcels of land available.

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“As the years passed and the land stood undeveloped, I decided that the property deserves to be enjoyed by someone with the same passion I once had. I want to see it reach its true potential,” stated Barth. “Which is why I decided to sell, and why I chose a format that would allow for a timely transaction, contingency-free; a win-win for both me and the next owner.”

Barth hired Queue New York-based luxury real estate auction firm Concierge Auctions to sell his pristine acreage, now known as The Hills of Juliana Farms. Once offered for $3.95 million, the property will be sold during a live auction on Dec. 11. So what does that mean for the sale price? It’s 100 percent up to the bidders.

“Selling without reserve, we look forward to enabling a diversity of buyers to name their price. Ultimately, the highest bidder will win,” explained Concierge Auctions President Laura Brady.

The acreage has the potential as a housing site with a state-of-the-art equestrian riding stable — or, sectioned into two parts: 17+ acres zoned residential/agricultural, ideal for an estate, and nearly 5 acres, potentially sub dividable into single-family home sites.

The auction of The Hills of Juliana Farms, located at 31495 Juliana Farms Road in San Juan Capistrano, will be held live on Dec. 11th. A 3 percent commission is offered to the buyer’s representing broker. The property is available for preview from 1-4 p.m. on Wednesday and weekends, and daily by appointment. See Auction Terms and Conditions for full details. For more information, call (212) 257-5018.

The 4-1-1 on The Hills of Juliana Farms

• One of the largest buildable parcels available in the SoCal market
• 22+ acres in San Juan Capistrano set among meandering equestrian trails in the gated community of Juliana Farms
• Offers seclusion with ocean views
• 17.3 ac zones residential/agricultural
• 4.73 ac zoned single-family with potential to subdivide
• Near Orange County beaches and Dana Point Harbor
• Minutes to elementary, junior, and high schools (public and private)
• Close proximity to Marabella and San Juan Hills County Clubs

PHOTO Courtesy Concierge Auctions

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