NOT LISTED FOR SALE

26172 Serrano Ct Unit 3 Lake Forest, CA 92630

Estimated Value: $557,000 - $587,281

2 Beds
1 Bath
918 Sq Ft
$400/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold June 03, 2022

Last sale price $527,500 $575 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,910/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near a clubhouse
  • Lake Forest Elementary School Rated A-
  • Clubhouse
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of June 2022

Beautiful private ground floor unit in Serrano Creek Villas. Premium lot location! No neighbors behind. Rear windows open to a luscious green hill. Large living room features deluxe water-proof vinyl wood floor that opens out to a private enclosed patio. Spacious country kitchen features fresh white cabinets with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, ceiling fan and a convenient pantry & laundry closet. Association offers pool, jacuzzi spa, club house. Water & trash service are included in HOA dues. Easy walk to Nature Park, Serrano Creek Trail, Lake Forest Sports Park, Ice Palace, Barker Ranch Dog Park, etc. Short drive to Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park, Lake Forest business centers, Foothill Towne Center Carport, shopping and dining. Carport #257 located near unit. Come as our guest, stay as the host!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steven Yu

Top Ten Real Estate Inc License #00892580 Listed on: 05/11/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Erica Parker

eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles, Inc. License #01934003

eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles, Inc.

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,721

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

HOA Fees

  • $400 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Turnkey

Interior Spaces

  • 918 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Park or Greenbelt Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Country Kitchen
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • 1 Carport Space
  • Parking Available
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Lake Forest Elementary School
  • Serrano Intermediate
  • El Toro High School

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Property is near a clubhouse
  • Central Air

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 11397
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93994003
  • $82 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • 125 Units
  • Serrano Creek Villas Association, Phone Number (949) 225-0200
  • Mcm HOA
  • Serrano Creek Villas Subdivision
  • Greenbelt

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,721

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$400 per month

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Multi Family
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Subdivision Name Other: Serrano Creek Villas (SO)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 93994003
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 918.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Pantry
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: In Kitchen, Country Kitchen
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 574.62
  • Room Type: Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom
  • Spa Features: Association
  • Bathroom Features: Shower In Tub, Exhaust Fan(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Quartz Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Park/Greenbelt
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Enclosed, Patio
  • Pool Features: Association
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Carport
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Range Hood
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Clubhouse
  • Association Fee: 400.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Serrano Creek Villas
  • Phone: 9492250200
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Management: MCM

Schools

  • School District: Saddleback Valley Unified
  • Elementary School: Lake Forest
  • Middle School: Serrano Intermediate
  • High School: El Toro
  • Elementary School: Lake Forest
  • High School: El Toro
  • Middle Or Junior School: Serrano Intermediate
  • Elementary School #2: LAKFOR
  • High School2: ELTOR

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Close to Clubhouse, Greenbelt

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 125
  • Number Of Units Total: 125

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 524.25
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 11397
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 82.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 2019
Sold by
Song Chun I Calvin and Song Wendy Hsi Yao
Bought by
Song Chun I Calvin and Song Wendy Hsi Yao
Total Days on Market
3
Current Estimated Value
$571,570

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 6, 2015
Closed on
Oct 6, 2015
Sold by
Yao Song Wendy Hsi
Bought by
Song Wendy Hsi Yao
Seller's Agent
Joey Leisz
CENTURY 21 Affiliated
Buyer's Agent
Ginger Aliotta
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
Sold Price
$1,850

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.90%
Original Mortgage
$202,500
Outstanding Balance
$161,440
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$410,130

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 25, 2015
Closed on
Sep 28, 2015
Sold by
Huntley Heidi Elaine
Bought by
Song Wendy Hsi Yao
Seller's Agent
Jamie Atallah
First Team Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joey Leisz
CENTURY 21 Affiliated
List Price
$268,000
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
$7,000
2.61%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$202,500
Outstanding Balance
$161,440
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$410,130

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2007
Sold by
Salazar Ernesto and Salazar Lesley
Bought by
Huntley Heidi Elaine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$271,920
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2005
Sold by
Maccall Elizabeth
Bought by
Salazar Ernesto and Salazar Lesley

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$248,000
Interest Rate
5.61%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 1997
Sold by
Elizabeth Maccall
Bought by
Maccall Elizabeth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$15,000
Interest Rate
7.45%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 1994
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$74,100
Interest Rate
8.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 1994
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Maccall Elizabeth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$74,100
Interest Rate
8.25%
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
Song Chun I Calvin -- None Available
Song Wendy Hsi Yao -- First American Title
Song Wendy Hsi Yao $275,000 First American Title
Huntley Heidi Elaine $340,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Salazar Ernesto $310,000 Ticor Title
Maccall Elizabeth -- First American Title Ins Co
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation $77,000 World Title Company
Maccall Elizabeth $78,000 World Title Company
Maccall Elizabeth $78,000 --
Seidman Roger -- Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Song Wendy Hsi Yao $202,500
Previous Owner Huntley Heidi Elaine $271,920
Previous Owner Huntley Heidi Elaine $67,980
Previous Owner Salazar Ernesto $248,000
Previous Owner Maccall Elizabeth $100,000
Previous Owner Maccall Elizabeth $160,000
Previous Owner Maccall Elizabeth $23,000
Previous Owner Maccall Elizabeth $112,000
Previous Owner Maccall Elizabeth $15,000
Previous Owner Maccall Elizabeth $74,100
Closed Salazar Ernesto $62,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/03/2022 06/03/22 Sold $527,500 +8.1% $575 / Sq Ft
05/11/2022 05/11/22 For Sale $488,000 0.0% $532 / Sq Ft
11/17/2015 11/17/15 Rented $1,850 0.0% --
11/06/2015 11/06/15 For Rent $1,850 0.0% --
10/30/2015 10/30/15 Sold $275,000 +2.6% $297 / Sq Ft
07/01/2015 07/01/15 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2015 06/25/15 For Sale $268,000 0.0% $290 / Sq Ft
03/09/2015 03/09/15 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2014 08/20/14 For Sale $268,000 -- $290 / 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 $5,721 $548,811 $481,623 $67,188
2023 $5,585 $538,050 $472,179 $65,871
2022 $3,231 $306,766 $244,408 $62,358
2021 $3,167 $300,751 $239,615 $61,136
2020 $3,138 $297,668 $237,158 $60,510
2019 $3,076 $291,832 $232,508 $59,324
2018 $3,019 $286,110 $227,949 $58,161
2017 $2,959 $280,500 $223,479 $57,021
2016 $2,910 $275,000 $219,097 $55,903
2015 $2,767 $261,000 $198,167 $62,833
2014 $2,362 $223,250 $160,417 $62,833
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC22075376

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 939-940-03