NOT LISTED FOR SALE

21261 Forest Meadow Dr Lake Forest, CA 92630

Estimated Value: $857,000 - $1,024,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,069 Sq Ft
$905/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 7, 2024

Last sale price $899,900 $842 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,357 / mo

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Yard
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Lake Forest Elementary School Rated A-
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 3-minute walk to Vintage Park

About This Home

As of November 2024

This charming property is nestled in a tranquil cul-de-sac, perfect for families with its kid-friendly vibe and wonderful neighbors. The upgraded kitchen boasts stunning countertops, recessed lighting, and elegant travertine floors. The spacious living room features a striking stacked stone fireplace and vaulted ceilings, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy the beautiful wood-look tile flooring throughout. The master bedroom offers a private slider to the backyard, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite full bath for your convenience. With dual-pane windows, newer central AC and heating, and a modern water heater, this home is both comfortable and efficient. Step outside to your serene backyard oasis, complete with a waterfall, koi pond, and raised garden beds. Plus, you’ll have easy access to shopping and dining options nearby. Don’t miss your chance to make this lovely home yours!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Don De Grote

Realty One Group West Brokerage Phone: 714-357-6082 License #00835311 Listed on: 09/19/2024

Realty One Group West

Last Buyer's Agent

Elissa Vaught

Douglas Elliman of California License #01372033

Douglas Elliman of California

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 4,050 Sq Ft Lot
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Private Yard
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,069 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Schools

  • Lake Forest Elementary School
  • Trabuco High School

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Wind Rows Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 86
  • Tax Tract Number 9768
  • Assessor Parcel Number 83737154
  • $21 per year additional tax assessments

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

4,050 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: Wind Rows (WR)
  • View: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 83737154
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1069.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Area
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 841.81
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lake Forest
  • High School: Trabuco
  • Middle Or Junior School: Serrano
  • Elementary School #2: LAKFOR
  • High School2: TRABUC

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4050.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0930

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 4050.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 320.29
  • Tax Lot: 86
  • Tax Tract Number: 9768
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 21.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 2025
Sold by
Pajela Novy Eserio and Joy So
Bought by
Pajela Novy Eserio and Pajela Joy So
Current Estimated Value
$967,187

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$918,192
Outstanding Balance
$916,899
Interest Rate
4.13%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$50,288

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 19, 2024
Closed on
Oct 14, 2024
Sold by
Vinyard Dan W
Bought by
Pajela Novy Eserio and Pajela Joy So
Seller's Agent
Don De Grote
Realty One Group West
Buyer's Agent
Elissa Vaught
Douglas Elliman of California
List Price
$1,039,000
Sold Price
$899,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$139,100
-13.39%
Views
40

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.10%
Original Mortgage
$869,865
Interest Rate
6.08%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 15, 2004
Sold by
Vinyard Dan W and Vinyard Lori S
Bought by
Vinyard Dan W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$329,600
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 8, 1997
Sold by
Mark David L and Mark Shari E
Bought by
Vinyard Dan W and Vinyard Lori S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$164,571
Interest Rate
7.54%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Pajela Novy Eserio -- None Listed On Document
Pajela Novy Eserio $900,000 Fidelity National Title
Vinyard Dan W -- Fidelity National Title
Vinyard Dan W -- First American Title Co Los
Vinyard Dan W $170,000 Commonwealth Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Pajela Novy Eserio $918,192
Previous Owner Pajela Novy Eserio $869,865
Previous Owner Vinyard Dan W $329,600
Previous Owner Vinyard Dan W $164,571
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/07/2024 11/07/24 Sold $899,900 0.0% $842 / Sq Ft
10/05/2024 10/05/24 Price Changed $899,900 -10.0% $842 / Sq Ft
09/25/2024 09/25/24 Price Changed $999,900 -3.8% $935 / Sq Ft
09/19/2024 09/19/24 For Sale $1,039,000 -- $972 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $2,683 $899,900 $784,928 $114,972
2024 $2,683 $265,957 $149,354 $116,603
2023 $2,619 $260,743 $146,426 $114,317
2022 $2,571 $255,631 $143,555 $112,076
2021 $2,518 $250,619 $140,740 $109,879
2020 $2,495 $248,050 $139,297 $108,753
2019 $2,444 $243,187 $136,566 $106,621
2018 $2,397 $238,419 $133,888 $104,531
2017 $2,348 $233,745 $131,263 $102,482
2016 $2,308 $229,162 $128,689 $100,473
2015 $2,279 $225,720 $126,756 $98,964
2014 $2,228 $221,299 $124,273 $97,026
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PW24195029

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 837-371-54

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