$569,000
PENDING $569K PRICE INCREASE

22261 Vista Verde Dr Lake Forest, CA 92630

Estimated payment $4,274/month

Total Views 5,617
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,224 Sq Ft
$465 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Open Floorplan
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Serrano Intermediate School Rated A-
  • High Ceiling
  • Open to Family Room

About This Home

The BEST Value in Lake Forest! 22281 Vista Verde sold for $625,000 on 11/24 and 22277 Vista Verde is currently listed for $639,888. Ask for Inspection and Repairs already completed! The fully renovated 2-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with no one above or below includes both privacy and comfort. Step inside to discover a bright, open layout with low-maintenance flooring, dual pane windows and sliders.
The kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. Each bedroom suite includes an updated bathroom, while two private balconies provide peaceful views of the surrounding greenbelt, ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The heating and air conditioning system were replaced in the last couple of years. Unlike most condos and townhomes, this property includes single family ownership on the title of this home. HOA fee includes trash and membership to Lake Forest Beach and Tennis Club. Conveniently located near parks, trails, shopping, and top-rated schools, this home blends stylish living with practical amenities.

Listing Agent

Alexander Yu

First Team Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 949-759-5747 License #01492674 Listed on: 06/21/2025

First Team Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,478

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • Two or More Common Walls

HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Turnkey
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,224 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • High Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Entryway
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Living Room Balcony
  • Dining Room
  • Vinyl Flooring

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Range
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • <<tubWithShowerToken>>
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Home Security

Parking

  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 1 Carport Space
  • Parking Available

Schools

  • Santiago Elementary School
  • El Toro High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 28
  • Tax Tract Number 10668
  • Assessor Parcel Number 61416328
  • $114 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • 40 Units
  • Vista Verde Townhomes Association, Phone Number (949) 000-0000
  • Elite Prop Association, Phone Number (714) 357-9111
  • Vista Verde Subdivision
  • Maintained Community

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,478

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$759 per month

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Vista Verde (VV)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 61416328
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1224.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings, Living Room Balcony, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 464.87
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up, Entry, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Bathroom Features: Shower, Shower In Tub, Exhaust Fan(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open To Family Room

Exterior Features

  • View: Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Carport
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, In Closet, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Association: Lake Forest
  • Amenities: Maintenance Grounds, Trash
  • Association Fee: 635.00
  • Association #2 Fee: 124.00
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Vista Verde Townhomes
  • Phone: 949-000-0000
  • Association Phone #2: 714-357-9111
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Association Management: UNK
  • Association Management 2: Elite Prop

Schools

  • School District: Saddleback Valley Unified
  • Elementary School: Santiago
  • Middle School: Serrano
  • High School: El Toro
  • Elementary School: Santiago
  • High School: El Toro
  • Middle Or Junior School: Serrano
  • Elementary School #2: SANTIA
  • High School2: ELTOR

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 704.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0162

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 704.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 40
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 524.15
  • Tax Lot: 28
  • Tax Tract Number: 10668
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 114.00

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $4,478 $424,483 $332,836 $91,647
2023 $4,373 $416,160 $326,310 $89,850
2022 $4,295 $408,000 $319,911 $88,089
2021 $4,210 $400,000 $313,638 $86,362
2020 $2,599 $247,188 $147,422 $99,766
2019 $2,548 $242,342 $144,532 $97,810
2018 $2,500 $237,591 $141,698 $95,893
2017 $2,378 $232,933 $138,920 $94,013
2016 $2,338 $228,366 $136,196 $92,170
2015 $2,308 $224,936 $134,150 $90,786
2014 $2,257 $220,530 $131,522 $89,008
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/07/2025 07/07/25 Pending -- -- --
07/02/2025 07/02/25 Price Changed $569,000 +56899900.0% $465 / Sq Ft
06/21/2025 06/21/25 For Sale $1 0.0% $0 / Sq Ft
04/06/2021 04/06/21 Rented $2,450 0.0% --
03/16/2021 03/16/21 Under Contract -- -- --
03/07/2021 03/07/21 Price Changed $2,450 -2.0% $2 / Sq Ft
02/16/2021 02/16/21 Price Changed $2,500 -3.8% $2 / Sq Ft
02/07/2021 02/07/21 For Rent $2,600 0.0% --
12/14/2020 12/14/20 Sold $400,000 0.0% $331 / Sq Ft
11/11/2020 11/11/20 Pending -- -- --
10/30/2020 10/30/20 For Sale $399,900 -- $331 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $400,000 Lawyers Title Oc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Grant Deed $183,000 Orange Coast Title Company
Grant Deed $96,000 First American Title Ins Co
Corporate Deed -- Continental Lawyers Title Co
Trustee Deed $137,772 Continental Lawyers Title Co
Quit Claim Deed -- Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,000 New Conventional
Closed $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $5,490 Unknown
Previous Owner $20,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $180,172 FHA
Previous Owner $98,057 FHA
Previous Owner $128,971 FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC25139061

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 614-163-28