NOT LISTED FOR SALE

25246 Birch Grove Ln Unit 5 Lake Forest, CA 92630

Estimated Value: $682,000 - $780,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
995 Sq Ft
$270/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold September 21, 2018

Last sale price $457,000 $459 Per Sq Ft

Est. 60% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,680/month

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Rancho Canada Elementary School Rated A-
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Neighborhood Views

About This Home

As of September 2018

Brand New Remodel with beautiful features and finishes. This upgraded condo is on the second floor in the desirable Serrano Park Area situated in Tierra Vista. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a 1 car garage with an extra driveway parking spot in front of the garage gives you 955 square feet feeling like 2,000. The highlights are the gorgeous quartz counters, extra deep sink, stainless steel 4 burner gas stove/oven, premium laminate water proof flooring, custom cabinets, refinished tub and custom backsplash. The open floor plan has a breakfast counter that separates the kitchen to the living area. Brand new paint job, New AC system and all new plumbing. The large patio is perfect for lounging and bbq! This custom condo brings luxury to your life and is a short walk to parks, hiking and great shops and restaurants. You'll want to call this place home! Access is through the front shared door, up the stairs and condo to the left.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bill Hobbs

Berkshire Hathaway HomeService License #01241331 Listed on: 08/06/2018

Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

Last Buyer's Agent

Alexander Yu

First Team Real Estate License #01492674

First Team Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,197

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 1 Common Wall
  • Landscaped
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 995 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Gas Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Quartz Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Upgraded Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Quartz Bathroom Countertops
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Balcony
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 11907
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93994664

Community Details

Overview

  • 168 Units
  • Tierra Vista Association, Phone Number (949) 716-3998
  • Serrano Highlands Association, Phone Number (714) 285-2626
  • Maintained Community

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Trash Chute

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Hiking Trails

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,197

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$270 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Assessments: No
  • Other Phone Description: Michael Hussey
  • Other Phone Number: 9494393320
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name Other: Tierra Vista (TV)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 93994664
  • Year Built: 1987
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 995.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Trash Chute
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 459.30
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Spa Features: Association, Community
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Quartz Counters, Upgraded
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • View: Neighborhood
  • Pool Features: Association, Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Drywall Walls, Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Faces Front
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Association: Serrano Highlands
  • Amenities: Pool, Barbecue, Hiking Trails, Maintenance Grounds, Trash
  • Association Fee: 255.00
  • Association #2 Fee: 45.00
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Tierra Vista
  • Phone: 949-716-3998
  • Association Phone #2: 714-285-2626
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Storm Drains, Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Saddleback Valley Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 995.00

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 168
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 524.22
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 11907

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 6, 2018
Closed on
Aug 29, 2018
Sold by
Puffer Dennis B and Puffer Delores D
Bought by
Murakami Kellen C and Murakami Dianne H
Seller's Agent
Bill Hobbs
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Buyer's Agent
Alexander Yu
First Team Real Estate
List Price
$458,888
Sold Price
$457,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,888
-0.41%
Current Estimated Value
$729,943

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$272,943
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.95%
Original Mortgage
$365,000
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2008
Sold by
Boyd Denise and Puffer Denise
Bought by
Puffer Dennis B and Puffer Delores D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 31, 2003
Sold by
Koch Michele Mary
Bought by
Puffer Denise

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$191,200
Interest Rate
5.83%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 19, 2000
Sold by
Hibbard Roberta R
Bought by
Hibbard Bruce L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,000
Interest Rate
7.96%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2000
Sold by
Hibbard Bruce L
Bought by
Koch Michele Mary

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,000
Interest Rate
7.96%
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
Murakami Kellen C $457,000 Chicago Title Co
Puffer Dennis B $300,000 Fnt
Puffer Denise $239,000 Equity Title Company
Hibbard Bruce L -- --
Koch Michele Mary $169,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Murakami Kellen C $356,700
Closed Murakami Kellen C $365,000
Previous Owner Puffer Denise $191,200
Previous Owner Koch Michele Mary $164,400
Previous Owner Koch Michele Mary $149,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/21/2018 09/21/18 Sold $457,000 -0.4% $459 / Sq Ft
08/06/2018 08/06/18 For Sale $458,888 -- $461 / 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 $5,197 $509,789 $419,168 $90,621
2024 $5,197 $499,794 $410,949 $88,845
2023 $5,074 $489,995 $402,892 $87,103
2022 $4,982 $480,388 $394,992 $85,396
2021 $4,882 $470,969 $387,247 $83,722
2020 $4,837 $466,140 $383,276 $82,864
2019 $4,740 $457,000 $375,760 $81,240
2018 $3,641 $346,317 $243,159 $103,158
2017 $3,569 $339,527 $238,391 $101,136
2016 $3,510 $332,870 $233,717 $99,153
2015 $3,468 $327,870 $230,206 $97,664
2014 $3,213 $304,325 $214,961 $89,364
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: NP18189933

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 939-946-64