NOT LISTED FOR SALE

23191 Vista Way Lake Forest, CA 92630

Estimated Value: $986,000 - $1,253,848

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,724 Sq Ft
$669/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 12, 2022

Last sale price $925,000 $537 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,077/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Access To Lake
  • Fitness Center
  • Lake View
  • Serrano Intermediate School Rated A-
  • Spa
  • 3-minute walk to Veteran's Park

About This Home

As of December 2022

Situated on peaceful Veteran's Park, this lovely waterfront home is a special offering in Lake Forest. Enjoy fantastic views of the lake and park from your large back yard and main living areas. This beautiful serene setting with sparkling water, park and trees is interwoven into this home. As you arrive, the front of the home greets you with cottage charm and warm details. The large, open concept living room and dining room with vaulted ceilings and clear story windows provides the perfect space to enjoy the lake view. A huge sliding glass door opens to the backyard deck, inviting the best in indoor/outdoor living. A fireplace and wet bar make this ideal space to entertain and enjoy. A quaint kitchen with a breakfast nook features ample cabinetry and newer appliances. Two guest bedrooms and a full bath complete the downstairs layout. The master suite occupies the second level. Incredible views of the lake and park are offered through the large slider and master bedroom deck. The oversized master suite features a sitting area with a fireplace and a walk in closet. Dual vanities and a walk in shower add comfort to the private master bath. The backyard deck is the true heart of this amazing home. Veteran's Park is front and center with tons of space to entertain and enjoy the tranquil view. Mature landscaping and a patio cover add privacy and shade. The attached two car garage features epoxy flooring and plenty of built in cabinetry. All this, plus membership to the association Beach and Tennis Club with swimming, tennis, Preschool, Gym, sport courts, clubhouse, year round family activities, including the beautiful lake. All included in your LOW HOA monthly dues. Great location near freeway access, shopping and restaurants.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elly Harris

Distinctive Coast Properties License #01335031 Listed on: 11/10/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Dawn White

CENTURY 21 Affiliated License #01896876

CENTURY 21 Affiliated

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,721

Year Built

  • Built in 1976

Lot Details

  • 4,641 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Vinyl Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Front Yard

HOA Fees

  • $145 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Single Garage Door

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Planned Development
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,724 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Blinds
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Corian Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Access To Lake
  • Lake Privileges
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Olivewood Elementary School
  • El Toro High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 15
  • Tax Tract Number 8891
  • Assessor Parcel Number 61729303
  • $20 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • Lake Forest Community Assoc Association, Phone Number (949) 837-6100
  • Elite Property Management HOA
  • Vista Laguna Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Amenities

  • Community Fire Pit
  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,721

Year Built

Built in 1976

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$145 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: Vista Laguna (VL)
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 61729303
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1724.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Two Story Ceilings
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Gas
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 536.54
  • Room Type: Great Room, Kitchen, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Spa Features: Association
  • Window Features: Blinds, Drapes
  • Bathroom Features: Shower, Shower In Tub, Closet In Bathroom, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Main Floor Full Bath
  • Room Kitchen Features: Corian Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Lake, Park/Greenbelt, Water
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Vinyl, Wrought Iron
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Features: Association
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Barbecue, Playground, Tennis Court(s), Gym/Ex Room, Clubhouse
  • Association Fee: 145.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Lake Forest Community Assoc
  • Phone: 949-837-6100
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Planned Development
  • Community Features: Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Management: Elite Property Management

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4641.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1065

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 4641.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
  • Waterfront Features: Lake, Lake Privileges

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 524.11
  • Tax Lot: 15
  • Tax Tract Number: 8891
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 20.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2022
Closed on
Nov 19, 2022
Sold by
Underwood Ronald
Bought by
Underwood Brenda
Seller's Agent
Elly Harris
Distinctive Coast Properties
Buyer's Agent
Dawn White
CENTURY 21 Affiliated
List Price
$875,000
Sold Price
$925,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
5.71%
Views
7
Current Estimated Value
$1,153,462

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$228,462
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.76%
Original Mortgage
$415,000
Outstanding Balance
$404,838
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$769,292

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2022
Closed on
Nov 17, 2022
Sold by
Marcella Mary Ortega Family Trust
Bought by
Underwood Brenda
Seller's Agent
Elly Harris
Distinctive Coast Properties
Buyer's Agent
Dawn White
CENTURY 21 Affiliated
List Price
$875,000
Sold Price
$925,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
5.71%
Views
7

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$415,000
Outstanding Balance
$404,838
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$769,292

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 2021
Sold by
Ortega Marcella Mary
Bought by
Whitehurst Nina and Marcella Mary Ortega Family Tr

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2021
Sold by
Whitehurst Nina and Whitehurst Albert
Bought by
Ortega Marcella Mary

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 2017
Sold by
Ortega Albert A and Ortega Marcella M
Bought by
Ortega Albert Arthur and Ortega Marcella Mary

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 19, 2010
Sold by
Miller Shirley J
Bought by
Ortega Albert A and Ortega Marcella M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
4.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2006
Sold by
Miller Shirley J
Bought by
Miller Shirley J and Miller Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 17, 2006
Sold by
Miller Shirley J
Bought by
Miller Shirley J and Miller Trust
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Underwood Brenda -- Western Resources
Underwood Brenda $925,000 Western Resources
Whitehurst Nina -- None Available
Ortega Marcella Mary -- None Available
Ortega Albert Arthur -- None Available
Ortega Albert A $440,000 Pacific Coast Title Company
Miller Shirley J -- Accommodation
Miller Shirley J -- California Title Company
Miller Shirley J -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Underwood Brenda $415,000
Previous Owner Ortega Albert A $240,000
Previous Owner Ortega Albert A $260,000
Previous Owner Miller Shirley J $250,000
Previous Owner Miller Shirley J $300,000
Previous Owner Miller Shirley J $200,000
Previous Owner Miller Shirley J $70,000
Previous Owner Miller Shirley J $185,000
Previous Owner Miller Shirley J $165,000
Previous Owner Miller Shirley J $175,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/12/2022 12/12/22 Sold $925,000 +5.7% $537 / Sq Ft
11/15/2022 11/15/22 Pending -- -- --
11/10/2022 11/10/22 For Sale $875,000 0.0% $508 / Sq Ft
01/30/2020 01/30/20 Rented $3,500 0.0% --
08/28/2019 08/28/19 For Rent $3,500 -- --
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $9,721 $943,500 $797,818 $145,682
2023 $9,491 $925,000 $782,174 $142,826
2022 $2,944 $292,046 $115,687 $176,359
2021 $2,884 $286,320 $113,419 $172,901
2020 $2,858 $283,385 $112,256 $171,129
2019 $2,800 $277,829 $110,055 $167,774
2018 $2,746 $272,382 $107,897 $164,485
2017 $2,690 $267,042 $105,782 $161,260
2016 $2,644 $261,806 $103,707 $158,099
2015 $2,611 $257,874 $102,149 $155,725
2014 $2,553 $252,823 $100,148 $152,675
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC22238211

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 617-293-03