$2,398,000
SOLD DEC 19, 2025

181 Buckeye Lake Forest, CA 92630

5 Beds
5.5 Baths
3,861 Sq Ft
4,400 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$621 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

49 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Solar Power System
  • Open Floorplan
  • Melinda Heights Elementary School Rated A-
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of December 2025

SELLER MOTIVATED!!! STUNNING 5-BED / 5.5-BATH HOME IN EVERGREENS AT THE MEADOWS — LARGEST FLOOR PLAN IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD and PREMIER LOCATION JUST STEPS TO THE CLUBHOUSE. The OPEN-CONCEPT LAYOUT delivers a WARM, ELEGANT AMBIANCE with HIGH CEILINGS, DESIGNER LIGHTING, CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS, PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPING, and an ENERGY-EFFICIENT SOLAR SYSTEM — TRULY MOVE-IN READY. CHEF’S KITCHEN showcases PROFESSIONAL-GRADE APPLIANCES, an OVERSIZED ISLAND finished with STRIKING “WATER-INK” VEINED STONE, and ABUNDANT STORAGE — PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING. RECENT WHOLE-HOME WOOD FLOORING UPGRADE adds a seamless, LUXE feel throughout. Ideal for MULTI-GENERATIONAL LIVING, the MAIN-LEVEL PRIVATE IN-LAW SUITE includes ITS OWN BEDROOM + LIVING ROOM for COMFORT and PRIVACY. Upstairs, the SPACIOUS PRIMARY SUITE offers a LARGE WALK-IN CLOSET and SPA-LIKE BATH with a LUXE WALK-IN SHOWER. Three ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS WITH ENSUITE BATHS plus an OPEN LOFT provide FLEXIBLE LIVING — perfect as a MEDIA ROOM, STUDY AREA, or SECOND FAMILY ROOM. Enjoy INDOOR-OUTDOOR CALIFORNIA LIVING with SLIDERS to a LOW-MAINTENANCE YARD and COVERED OUTDOOR LOUNGE. Community RESORT-STYLE AMENITIES include POOLS, SPAS, PLAYGROUNDS, PICNIC AREAS & MORE. Located with CONVENIENT ACCESS to SHOPPING, DINING, a 24-HOUR FITNESS CENTER, IRVINE SPECTRUM, MAJOR FREEWAYS, and JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT. THIS IS THE ONE!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Linjiao Lu

Pacific Sterling Realty Brokerage Phone: 626-328-6877 License #02071496 Listed on: 10/13/2025

Pacific Sterling Realty

Co-Listed By

Kelly Qiu

MGR Real Estate, Inc Brokerage Phone: 626-328-6877 License #02226450

Last Buyer's Agent

Grace Gui

Compass License #02052024

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2023

Lot Details

  • 4,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

HOA Fees

  • $290 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 3,861 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Loft

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Double Oven
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Multi-Level Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 220 Volts in Garage
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 52
  • Tax Tract Number 19128
  • Assessor Parcel Number 61222940
  • $296 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • The Medows Community Owners Association, Phone Number (888) 882-0588
  • The Medows HOA
  • Built by Toll Brothers

Amenities

  • Outdoor Cooking Area
  • Community Fire Pit
  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Picnic Area

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2023

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$290 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • View: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 61222940
  • Year Built: 2023
  • Special Features: NewHome

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 3861.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floorplan, Pantry
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 621.08
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Loft, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite, Multi-Level Bedroom, Separate Family Room, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Spa Features: Association
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Walk-In Pantry

Exterior Features

  • Builder Name: Toll Brothers
  • Pool Features: Association
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Barbecue, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Range, High Efficiency Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Garage
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Barbecue, Outdoor Cooking Area, Picnic Area, Playground
  • Association Fee: 290.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: The Medows Community Owners
  • Phone: 888-882-0588
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights
  • Association Management: The Medows

Green Features

  • Green Power: Solar

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4400.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1010

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 4400.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 250
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 52
  • Tax Tract Number: 19128
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 296.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 13, 2025
Closed on
Dec 6, 2025
Sold by
Cheng Shang and Cheng Yutong Liu
Bought by
Zhang Wenhong
Seller's Agent
Linjiao Lu
Pacific Sterling Realty
Buyer's Agent
Grace Gui
Compass
List Price
$2,598,000
Sold Price
$2,398,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$200,000
-7.7%
Views
41

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
678.00%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 13, 2025
Closed on
Dec 3, 2025
Sold by
Shang Xueting
Bought by
Zhang Wenhong
Seller's Agent
Linjiao Lu
Pacific Sterling Realty
Buyer's Agent
Grace Gui
Compass
List Price
$2,598,000
Sold Price
$2,398,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$200,000
-7.7%
Views
41

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 2023
Sold by
Toll Brothers West Inc
Bought by
Shang Cheng and Liu Yutung

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,237,374
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,062,500 Westminster Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,237,374 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/19/2025 12/19/25 Sold $2,398,000 -6.0% $621 / Sq Ft
12/01/2025 12/01/25 Pending -- -- --
10/30/2025 10/30/25 Price Changed $2,550,000 -1.8% $660 / Sq Ft
10/13/2025 10/13/25 For Sale $2,598,000 -- $673 / Sq Ft
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
2025 $21,498 $2,103,536 $1,002,760 $1,100,776
2024 $21,498 $2,062,291 $983,098 $1,079,193
2023 $2,103 $198,581 $198,581 $0
2022 $2,066 $194,688 $194,688 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC25239001

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 612-229-40