$725,000
SOLD AUG 5, 2025

26265 Lake St Hemet, CA 92544

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,666 Sq Ft
0.52 Acres

Recently Sold

$272 Per Sq Ft

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Parking available for a boat
  • 0.52 Acre Lot
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • In Ground Pool
  • Mountain View
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to this beautifully upgraded single-story home located in the highly sought-after Saratoga Ranch community. Situated on just over half an acre, this spacious residence offers 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including a convenient Jack-and-Jill setup perfect for families or guests. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, double ovens, a center island with cooktop, and a generous walk-in pantry. Enjoy casual dining at the breakfast bar or in the cozy breakfast nook. Luxury vinyl flooring flows throughout the home, with carpeting in the bedrooms and ceiling fans in every room for year-round comfort. The expansive master suite is a private retreat with sliding doors that open to the backyard oasis. It includes dual walk-in closets and a spa-like bathroom with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. A separate laundry room with built-in cabinetry and a utility sink adds everyday convenience. Step outside to your entertainer’s dream backyard—featuring a Pebble Tec saltwater pool and spa with an in-floor cleaning system, built-in kitchen, covered patio with dual ceiling fans, fire pit, and horseshoe pits. The oversized lot also includes two Tuff sheds, a large concrete pad, multiple fruit trees, and plenty of space for outdoor fun. Additional highlights include a circular driveway, 3-car garage, RV/boat parking, dual A/C units, and a solar system—delivering both comfort and efficiency. With a perfect balance of luxury, functionality, and outdoor entertainment, this home truly has it all. Don’t miss your chance to own a slice of Saratoga Ranch living!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sylvia Weathers

Century 21 Masters Brokerage Phone: 951-283-4161 License #01391678 Listed on: 07/04/2025

Century 21 Masters

Last Buyer's Agent

Rene Oliva

EXP REALTY OF CALIFORNIA INC License #01003337

EXP REALTY OF CALIFORNIA INC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 0.52 Acre Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Front Yard Sprinklers
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
  • Property is zoned R-1-15000

HOA Fees

  • $70 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Two Garage Doors
  • Circular Driveway
  • Parking available for a boat
  • RV Access or Parking

Home Design

  • Patio Home
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,666 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Sliding Doors
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Mountain Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Double Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Heating System

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Heated Spa
  • In Ground Spa
  • Gas Heated Pool
  • Saltwater Pool
  • Waterfall Pool Feature
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill

Utilities

  • Two cooling system units
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 9
  • Tax Tract Number 32458
  • Assessor Parcel Number 552420009
  • $939 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • Saratoga Ranch Association, Phone Number (760) 346-1161
  • Desert Resort Management HOA

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$70 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name Other: Saratoga Ranch
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning: R-1-15000
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 552420009
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2666.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Pantry
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Price Per Square Foot: 271.94
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Family Room, Formal Entry, Jack & Jill, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Spa Features: Private, Heated, In Ground
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Granite Counters, Separate Tub And Shower, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Walk-In Pantry

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Barbecue Private
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio
  • Pool Features: Private, Fenced, Gas Heat, In Ground, Salt Water, Waterfall
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Tile
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Boat, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Concrete, Garage - Two Door, RV Access/Parking
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal
  • Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s), Solar
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air, Dual
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Management
  • Association Fee: 70.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Saratoga Ranch
  • Phone: 760-346-1161
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Street Lights
  • Association Management: Desert Resort Management

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Level with Street, Lot 20000-39999 Sqft, Patio Home, Sprinklers In Front
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 22651.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5200

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 22651.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 433.04
  • Tax Lot: 9
  • Tax Tract Number: 32458
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 939.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 4, 2025
Closed on
Jul 10, 2025
Sold by
Zerkel Living Trust and Zerkel Richard L
Bought by
Metzger Daniel & Yvette Family Trust and Metzger
Seller's Agent
Sylvia Weathers
Century 21 Masters
Buyer's Agent
Rene Oliva
EXP REALTY OF CALIFORNIA INC
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$725,000
Views
6
Current Estimated Value
$725,403

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$403
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.13%
Original Mortgage
$580,000
Outstanding Balance
$575,988
Interest Rate
5.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$149,415

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2022
Sold by
Zerkel Richard L and Zerkel Leighann
Bought by
Zerkel Living Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 14, 2017
Closed on
Jul 5, 2017
Sold by
Post Donovan and Post Betsy Anne
Bought by
Zerkel Richard L and Zerkel Leighann
Seller's Agent
Gene Foley
Community Home Rentals and Pro
Buyer's Agent
Nikki Aguirre
Epoch Realty Group Corp.
List Price
$393,000
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-2.04%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.79%
Original Mortgage
$378,026
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 13, 2008
Sold by
Osborne Development Corporation
Bought by
Post Donovan and Post Betsy Anne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$416,630
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $725,000 Chicago Title
Deed -- --
Grant Deed $385,000 Fidelity National Title Comp
Grant Deed $422,000 Fidelity National Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $580,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $378,026 FHA
Previous Owner $416,630 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/05/2025 08/05/25 Sold $725,000 0.0% $272 / Sq Ft
07/06/2025 07/06/25 Pending -- -- --
07/04/2025 07/04/25 For Sale $725,000 +88.3% $272 / Sq Ft
07/26/2017 07/26/17 Sold $385,000 -2.0% $144 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/14/2017 06/14/17 For Sale $393,000 -- $147 / 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 $1,805 $85,335 $85,335 --
2023 $1,805 $82,022 $82,022 $0
2022 $1,727 $80,414 $80,414 $0
2021 $1,681 $78,838 $78,838 $0
2020 $1,660 $78,030 $78,030 $0
2019 $5,575 $425,238 $76,500 $348,738
2018 $5,052 $385,000 $75,000 $310,000
2017 $5,498 $416,000 $69,000 $347,000
2016 $5,303 $395,000 $66,000 $329,000
2015 $5,252 $387,000 $64,000 $323,000
2014 $4,174 $303,000 $50,000 $253,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SW25150393

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 552-420-009