Seller's Agent in 2025
Jordan Bennett
Regency Real Estate Brokers
(949) 485-6677
15 in this area
312 Total Sales
26142 Serrano Ct Unit 21 Lake Forest, CA 92630
2
Beds
1
Bath
900
Sq Ft
$495/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Spa
- View of Trees or Woods
- Open Floorplan
- Lake Forest Elementary School Rated A-
- Updated Kitchen
- Clubhouse
About This Home
As of November 2025Beautifully updated and improved lower-level end unit in the desirable Serrano Creek Villas community, blessed with a peaceful and private location tucked back in the community surrounded by green spaces providing a peaceful living environment. Step inside and soak in the light and bright, freshly painted interior with new commercial grade scratch resistant Trail Oak Luxury Vinyl Wide Plank flooring throughout, crown molding, and plantation shutters setting the stage for an ideal living space. The spacious living room has direct access through sliders to the covered patio providing an ideal indoor-outdoor living space. The sparkling kitchen has updated soft close cabinetry, Quartz countertops, new hardware and pulls, undermount sink, subway tile full backsplash, stainless-steel appliances, a large walk-in pantry with plenty of storage, a laundry closet with full size washer and dryer, and a sunny dining area open to the living room, perfect for entertaining friends and family. Two spacious bedrooms with closet organizers, crown molding, plantation shutters, and a handsome upgraded bathroom with granite topped vanity, framed vanity mirror, updated lighting, and tiled shower surround with glass tile details. The covered, enclosed, private patio is a welcoming space for enjoying a morning cup of coffee with a loved one, al fresco dining, or relaxing and gatherings. Additional improvements include a New AC unit installed in 2023. Just a short stroll to the community clubhouse, pool, and spa. 1 covered carport space #253 included. Serrano Creek Villas is a quiet and friendly community with serene walking paths, an abundance of parking, surrounded by lush mature landscapes. HOA covers Water & Trash. Ideally located within walking distance of hiking, biking, and running trails, close to dining and shopping, easy Toll Road and 5 Freeway access, and just minutes from local beaches.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Regency Real Estate Brokers Brokerage Phone: 949-282-9381 License #01850869 Listed on: 10/09/2025
Co-Listed By
Regency Real Estate Brokers Brokerage Phone: 949-282-9381 License #01952009
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Year Built
- Built in 1982 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- End Unit
- No Units Located Below
- Two or More Common Walls
- Wood Fence
- Landscaped
HOA Fees
- $495 Monthly HOA Fees
Property Views
- Woods
- Park or Greenbelt
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Turnkey
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 900 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Chair Railings
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Plantation Shutters
- Sliding Doors
- Living Room
- Vinyl Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Electric Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Quartz Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Upgraded Bathroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Granite Bathroom Countertops
- Private Water Closet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Kitchen
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- 1 Carport Space
- Parking Available
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Schools
- Lake Forest Elementary School
- El Toro High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 1
- Tax Tract Number 11397
- Assessor Parcel Number 93994021
Community Details
Overview
- 125 Units
- Serrano Creek Villas Association, Phone Number (800) 232-7517
- Sea Breeze HOA
- Built by Carma Sandling Group
- Serrano Creek Villas Subdivision, Plan B
- Maintained Community
Amenities
- Community Barbecue Grill
- Clubhouse
Recreation
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 9, 2025
Closed on
Oct 20, 2025
Sold by
Benson Maria
Bought by
Shahbazi Saeed K and Azimzadeh Robab
Seller's Agent
Jordan Bennett
Regency Real Estate Brokers
Buyer's Agent
Carole Farris
Keller Williams OC Coastal Realty
List Price
$525,000
Sold Price
$530,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.95%
Views
20
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-16.12%
Original Mortgage
$106,000
Outstanding Balance
$106,000
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$416,599
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 9, 2020
Closed on
Oct 14, 2020
Sold by
Aiken George W M
Bought by
Benson Maria
Seller's Agent
Yazen Haddad
E Realty
Buyer's Agent
Leland Pfannenstiel
Regency Real Estate Brokers
List Price
$365,000
Sold Price
$365,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.70%
Original Mortgage
$315,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 7, 2016
Closed on
Aug 25, 2016
Sold by
Liu Lina and Li Sean
Bought by
Aiken George W M
Seller's Agent
Tim Morissette
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Yazen Haddad
E Realty
List Price
$315,000
Sold Price
$317,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
0.63%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.50%
Original Mortgage
$311,258
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 17, 2015
Sold by
Teng Fei
Bought by
Liu Lina and Li Sean
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$165,000
Interest Rate
3.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 15, 2012
Closed on
Dec 28, 2012
Sold by
Serrano Trust #26142
Bought by
Teng Fei
Seller's Agent
Julie Skordas
Harcourts Prime Properties
Buyer's Agent
Diana Kyle
RE/MAX TerraSol
List Price
$204,900
Sold Price
$232,500
Premium/Discount to List
$27,600
13.47%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.50%
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
3.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 29, 2012
Sold by
Higa Elizar P
Bought by
Serrano Trust #26142 and Pdq Investments Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
3.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 24, 2005
Sold by
Higa Gerlita
Bought by
Higa Elizar P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 26, 2005
Sold by
Reyes Jason and Reyes Shanna
Bought by
Higa Elizar P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 21, 2003
Sold by
Diaz Samyou Lam
Bought by
Reyes Jason and Reyes Shanna
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,650
Interest Rate
5.72%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 22, 2003
Sold by
Lopez William and Contreras Pablo
Bought by
Diaz Sanyou Lam
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,650
Interest Rate
5.72%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 24, 1999
Sold by
Christine Bristol
Bought by
Lopez William and Contreras Pablo
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$111,550
Interest Rate
7.68%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 18, 1996
Sold by
The Prudential Home Mtg Company
Bought by
Emc Mtg Corp
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$60,750
Interest Rate
7.91%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 18, 1996
Sold by
Residential Portfolio Investment Group I
Bought by
Bristol Christine R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$60,750
Interest Rate
7.91%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 18, 1996
Sold by
Emc Mtg Corp
Bought by
Residential Portfolio Investment Group
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$49,350
Interest Rate
8.23%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 17, 1996
Sold by
Salas Ruben and Salas Christine S
Bought by
The Prudential Home Mtg Company Inc
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $530,000 | First American Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $365,000 | First Amer Ttl Co Res Div | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $317,000 | Western Resources Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $220,000 | Title 365 | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Title 365 | |
| Grant Deed | $232,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Trustee Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Stewart Title Of Ca Inc | |
| Grant Deed | $355,000 | Stewart Title Of Ca Inc | |
| Grant Deed | $211,000 | California Counties Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | -- | California Counties Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $118,000 | Fidelity National Title Ins | |
| Corporate Deed | -- | Continental Lawyers Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $62,000 | Continental Lawyers Title Co | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Trustee Deed | $69,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $106,000 | FHA | |
| Open | $424,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $315,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $311,258 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $165,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $80,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $284,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $71,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $204,650 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $111,550 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $60,750 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $49,350 | Seller Take Back |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2025 11/14/25 | Sold | $530,000 | +1.0% | $589 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/16/2025 10/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/09/2025 10/09/25 | For Sale | $525,000 | +43.8% | $583 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/05/2020 11/05/20 | Sold | $365,000 | 0.0% | $406 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/09/2020 09/09/20 | For Sale | $365,000 | +15.1% | $406 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/29/2016 09/29/16 | Sold | $317,000 | +0.6% | $352 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/20/2016 08/20/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/07/2016 08/07/16 | For Sale | $315,000 | +35.5% | $350 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/08/2013 02/08/13 | Sold | $232,500 | -1.0% | $258 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/24/2012 12/24/12 | Price Changed | $234,900 | +14.6% | $261 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/15/2012 12/15/12 | For Sale | $204,900 | -- | $228 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,089 | $395,086 | $329,576 | $65,510 |
| 2024 | $4,089 | $387,340 | $323,114 | $64,226 |
| 2023 | $3,993 | $379,746 | $316,779 | $62,967 |
| 2022 | $3,922 | $372,300 | $310,567 | $61,733 |
| 2021 | $3,844 | $365,000 | $304,477 | $60,523 |
| 2020 | $3,548 | $336,402 | $278,986 | $57,416 |
| 2019 | $3,477 | $329,806 | $273,515 | $56,291 |
| 2018 | $3,412 | $323,340 | $268,152 | $55,188 |
| 2017 | $3,344 | $317,000 | $262,894 | $54,106 |
| 2016 | $2,685 | $253,812 | $197,057 | $56,755 |
| 2015 | $2,450 | $237,709 | $183,289 | $54,420 |
| 2014 | -- | $233,053 | $179,699 | $53,354 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jordan Bennett
-
Leland Pfannenstiel
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Leland Pfannenstiel
Regency Real Estate Brokers
(949) 282-0088
5 in this area
91 Total Sales
-
Carole Farris
C
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Carole Farris
Keller Williams OC Coastal Realty
(949) 274-0027
1 in this area
1 Total Sale
-
Yazen Haddad
Seller's Agent in 2020
Yazen Haddad
E Realty
(562) 881-9947
1 in this area
95 Total Sales
-
Tim Morissette
Seller's Agent in 2016
Tim Morissette
Coldwell Banker Realty
(949) 412-2233
5 in this area
117 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2013
Julie Skordas
Harcourts Prime Properties
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC25233251
APN: 939-940-21
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