$739,000
SOLD JUL 26, 2024

25232 Birch Grove Ln Unit 2 Lake Forest, CA 92630

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,022 Sq Ft
$393/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$723 Per Sq Ft

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • City Lights View
  • Open Floorplan
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Rancho Canada Elementary School Rated A-
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Community Pool

About This Home

As of July 2024

Such a great location! Enjoy the openness and serenity beyond your flower filled patio. Great floorplan with en-suite main bedroom and secondary bedroom next to full bath. Both bedrooms and living room open out to the patio. Freshly painted throughout. Inside laundry and direct access garage plus a long driveway. Low maintenance concrete patio with pull-down blinds and large planting area. Lots of upgrades -- new double-pane sliders and windows, crown molding, luxury vinyl flooring throughout, quartz countertops, newer water heater, dishwasher, air conditioner, and bath fixtures. Ceiling fans in bedrooms and living room. This area of Lake Forest is perfect for easy access to Irvine, the 241 toll road, Lake Forest Sports Park, Etnies Skatepark, shopping and restaurants. The Homeowner's Association has a pool and spa plus there are nearby parks and lots of hiking trails.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carmen Zeller

Coldwell Banker Realty Brokerage Phone: 949-307-6003 License #01027770

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Christopher Phipps

Fleur De Lis Properties, Inc. License #01504980

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,264

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 1,022 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Wainscoting
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Dining Room
  • City Lights Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Schools

  • Rancho Canada Elementary School
  • El Toro High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • 1 Common Wall

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 1 / 14
  • Tax Tract Number 11907
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93994661
  • $75 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • 166 Units
  • Terra Vistas Association, Phone Number (714) 285-2626
  • Serrano Association
  • Tierra Vistas HOA
  • Tierra Vista Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Park
  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,264

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$393 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • Assessments: No
  • Other Phone Number: 949-307-6003
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Subdivision Name Other: Tierra Vista (TV)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 93994661
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1022.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: ground
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 723.09
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Exhaust Fan(s)

Exterior Features

  • View: City Lights
  • Pool Features: Association, Community
  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Association: SERRANO
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub
  • Association Fee: 340.00
  • Association #2 Fee: 160.00
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: TERRA VISTAS
  • Phone: 714-285-2626
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Hiking, Park
  • Association Management: Tierra Vistas

Schools

  • School District: Saddleback Valley Unified
  • Elementary School: Rancho Canada
  • Middle School: Serrano
  • High School: El Toro
  • Elementary School: Rancho Canada
  • High School: El Toro
  • Middle Or Junior School: Serrano
  • Elementary School #2: RANCAN
  • High School2: ELTOR

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Latitude Manual: 33.65256400

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 166
  • Number Of Units Total: 166

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 14
  • Tax Census Tract: 524.22
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 11907
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 75.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2024
Closed on
Jul 23, 2024
Sold by
Gerald Smith Living Trust and Smith Gerald Dale
Bought by
Mohammadizadeh Mandi
Seller's Agent
Carmen Zeller
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Phipps
Fleur De Lis Properties, Inc.
List Price
$739,000
Sold Price
$739,000
Total Days on Market
4
Views
74
Current Estimated Value
$722,107

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$16,893
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.57%
Original Mortgage
$701,057
Outstanding Balance
$697,524
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$13,305

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 2023
Sold by
Smith Family Trust
Bought by
Gerald Smith Living Trust and Smith

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 26, 2019
Sold by
Smith Gerald D
Bought by
Smith Gerald D and The Smith Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 6, 2011
Sold by
Gmac Mortgage Llc
Bought by
Smith Gerald D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2011
Sold by
Brackez Lisa A
Bought by
Gmac Mortgage Llc and Gmac Mortgage Corporation

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 12, 2004
Sold by
Davis Sherry Lynn and Levick Caroline Ruth
Bought by
Brackez Lisa A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$280,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 29, 2003
Sold by
Brown Shirley A
Bought by
Brown Shirley Anne and The Shirley Anne Brown Separate Property

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 1995
Sold by
Escalante Luis Ricardo and Escalante Vickie Lynn
Bought by
Brown Shirley A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,900
Interest Rate
7.88%

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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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $739,000 Equity Title
Grant Deed -- Equity Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $247,000 Equity Title Orange County-I
Trustee Deed $234,000 Accommodation
Grant Deed $371,000 New Century Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $120,000 Benefit Land Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $701,057 FHA
Previous Owner $115,900 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $280,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $113,400 Unknown
Previous Owner $60,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $30,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $20,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $107,900 No Value Available
Closed $70,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/26/2024 07/26/24 Sold $739,000 0.0% $723 / Sq Ft
06/27/2024 06/27/24 For Sale $739,000 -- $723 / 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
2024 $3,264 $310,120 $213,951 $96,169
2023 $3,188 $304,040 $209,756 $94,284
2022 $3,131 $298,079 $205,643 $92,436
2021 $3,069 $292,235 $201,611 $90,624
2020 $3,041 $289,239 $199,544 $89,695
2019 $2,981 $283,568 $195,631 $87,937
2018 $2,925 $278,008 $191,795 $86,213
2017 $2,867 $272,557 $188,034 $84,523
2016 $2,820 $267,213 $184,347 $82,866
2015 $2,786 $263,200 $181,578 $81,622
2014 $2,725 $258,045 $178,021 $80,024
Source: Public Records

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC24132131

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 939-946-61