$790,000
SOLD JUN 9, 2017
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,201 Sq Ft
4,550 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$359 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Greenhouse
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Las Flores Middle School Rated A
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of May 2025

Beautiful corner lot on a private cul-de-sac, this home is surrounded by lush palm trees, tropical landscaping and a stone walkway leading to the entrance. A split level layout, boasting 4 bedroom and 3 bath with the spacious master suite on the main upstairs level. True open concept living with a great room, dining room and kitchen that are ideal for entertaining or simply relaxing with the family in front of the stone fireplace. An oversized balcony is located just off of the dining and kitchen area providing additional outdoor living space. Granite counter tops, stone backsplash, island and separate beverage refrigerator are just a few highlights to this updated kitchen. Downstairs has it's own separate family/lounge area with 3 additional bedrooms and 1 bathroom and easy access to the back patio. Attention to detail surrounds this property from crown moulding, plantation shutters, neutral paint colors, stone work, ceiling fans and much more. An award winning elementary school is within walking distance as well as community parks and pool. Come see this highly coveted jewel location and make it your next home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marshawn Berecz

Bullock Russell RE Services License #02016045 Listed on: 03/24/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Shawnna Rogalla

RE Home Source License #01302718

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,104

Year Built

  • Built in 1996 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 4,550 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Front Yard Sprinklers
  • Lawn
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

HOA Fees

  • $116 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Three Garage Doors
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Split Level Home

Interior Spaces

  • 2,201 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Multi-Level Bedroom
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Private Water Closet
  • Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch
  • Greenhouse

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 40
  • Tax Tract Number 15133
  • Assessor Parcel Number 78007139

Community Details

Overview

  • Not Known Association, Phone Number (949) 448-6000
  • Foothills

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,104

Year Built

Built in 1996 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$116 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Other Phone Description: 949-607-7597
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: California Somerset (CASM)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 78007139
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2201.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Granite Counters, Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floorplan, Tile Counters
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Masonry
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 358.93
  • Room Type: Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Suite, Multi-Level Bedroom, Office
  • Window Features: Plantation Shutters
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Privacy Toilet Door, Separate Tub And Shower, Tile Counters
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Other Structures: Greenhouse
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage - Three Door, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool
  • Association Fee: 116.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: not known
  • Phone: 9494486000
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Foothills, Golf, Sidewalks

Schools

  • School District: Capistrano Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Landscaped, Lawn, Sprinklers In Front
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4550.00

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 320.56
  • Tax Lot: 40
  • Tax Tract Number: 15133

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 17, 2025
Closed on
Apr 24, 2025
Sold by
Goldstein Family Trust and Goldstein Steven N
Bought by
Koss Michael Thomas
Seller's Agent
Sarah Abramowicz
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Christian Walsh
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$1,299,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$101,000
7.78%
Views
55

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.60%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 2018
Sold by
Goldstein Steven N and Goldstein Shari L
Bought by
Goldstein Steven N and Goldstein Shari L

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 24, 2017
Closed on
May 8, 2017
Sold by
Bereez Michael E and Bereez Marinor Yap
Bought by
Goldstein Steven N and Goldstein Shari L
Seller's Agent
Marshawn Berecz
Bullock Russell RE Services
Buyer's Agent
Shawnna Rogalla
RE Home Source
List Price
$824,900
Sold Price
$790,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,900
-4.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.01%
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 2010
Sold by
Bereez Michael E
Bought by
Bereez Michael E and Yap Marinor Quinto

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 2008
Sold by
Widner Steven B
Bought by
Berecz Michael E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Interest Rate
5.97%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2004
Sold by
Widner Michelle E
Bought by
Widner Steven B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
1%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 11, 2004
Sold by
Ylinen Woolsey Luz Arlette and Woolsey Bert
Bought by
Widner Steven B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
1%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2002
Sold by
Woolsey Bert L
Bought by
Ylinen Luz Arlette

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$435,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2002
Sold by
Keir Rose
Bought by
Ylinen Luz Arlette

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$435,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2000
Sold by
Rose Ekholm and Rose R
Bought by
Keir Rose

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2000
Sold by
Keier Wayne Alonzo
Bought by
Keir Rose

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 1999
Sold by
Roger Ekholm Carl and Rose Ekholm Rose
Bought by
Ekhol Rose

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 1996
Sold by
Kaufman & Broad Coastal Inc
Bought by
Ekholm Carl Roger and Ekholm Rose

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$183,100
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,400,000 Consumers Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $790,000 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $600,000 California Counties Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Alliance Title
Grant Deed $750,000 Alliance Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title
Grant Deed $435,000 Commonwealth Land Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- United Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- United Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $229,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $350,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $344,999 New Conventional
Previous Owner $360,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $52,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $125,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $112,941 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $600,000 Negative Amortization
Previous Owner $423,000 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $435,000 Stand Alone First
Previous Owner $10,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $200,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $16,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $183,100 Seller Take Back
Closed $75,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/08/2025 05/08/25 Sold $1,400,000 +7.8% $636 / Sq Ft
04/23/2025 04/23/25 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2025 04/17/25 For Sale $1,299,000 +64.4% $590 / Sq Ft
06/09/2017 06/09/17 Sold $790,000 -1.1% $359 / Sq Ft
05/03/2017 05/03/17 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2017 04/11/17 Price Changed $799,000 -3.1% $363 / Sq Ft
03/24/2017 03/24/17 For Sale $824,900 -- $375 / 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
2024 $9,104 $898,883 $616,426 $282,457
2023 $8,900 $881,258 $604,339 $276,919
2022 $8,731 $863,979 $592,489 $271,490
2021 $9,595 $847,039 $580,872 $266,167
2020 $9,652 $838,354 $574,916 $263,438
2019 $10,537 $821,916 $563,643 $258,273
2018 $10,370 $805,800 $552,591 $253,209
2017 $9,099 $665,745 $365,781 $299,964
2016 $9,103 $652,692 $358,609 $294,083
2015 $9,193 $642,888 $353,222 $289,666
2014 $9,121 $630,295 $346,303 $283,992
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC17061961

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 780-071-39