$1,660,000
SOLD DEC 17, 2024

26312 Los Alamitos Ave Laguna Hills, CA 92653

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,500 Sq Ft
0.28 Acres

Recently Sold

$664 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Ocean Side of Freeway
  • Open Floorplan
  • La Paz Intermediate School Rated A
  • City Lights View
  • Property is near a park

About This Home

As of December 2024

Welcome to this beautiful and spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with an open floor plan, nestled on the ocean side of the freeway in a highly sought after neighborhood. The high ceilings and dual-pane windows fill the home with natural light, creating a bright and airy feel. The main floor features beautiful hardwood and stone floors, a spacious family room with a gas or wood burning fireplace, built-ins, vaulted ceiling, and sliding doors leading to the expansive yard and patio. The kitchen is designed with a garden window, a large center island, and an open layout perfect for family gatherings and entertaining. Additionally, there is a convenient and spacious main floor bedroom with a remodeled bathroom and walk-in shower.

Upstairs, you'll find a large primary suite with fresh paint, new low-profile carpet and new LVP flooring, along with roomy secondary bedrooms that share a remodeled Jack and Jill bathroom.

The outdoor space is equally impressive, boasting a huge 12,000+ sq ft lot with fresh sod and a big wrap-around yard, perfect for outdoor activities and relaxation. The home also offers fantastic curb appeal with views of hills and city lights from the front porch and yard.

Located centrally, this home is within walking distance to parks and just minutes away from beaches, shops, restaurants, nature trails, bike trails, and the vibrant downtown areas of Dana Point, Aliso Viejo, and Laguna Beach.

Enjoy the benefits of a three car garage, low tax rate and low HOA fees in this wonderful home. The perfect backdrop for South OC living!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Johanna Andren

Compass Brokerage Phone: 949-293-2196 License #00988733 Listed on: 10/23/2024

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Lingfeng Li

Harvest Realty Development License #01989768

Harvest Realty Development

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,533

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard

HOA Fees

  • $78 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Three Garage Doors
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Hills
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Turnkey
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,500 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Garden Windows
  • Entryway
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Built-In Trash or Recycling Cabinet
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Makeup or Vanity Space
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Ocean Side of Freeway
  • Open Patio
  • Lanai
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Front Porch

Location

  • Property is near a park

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Tax Tract Number 11237
  • Assessor Parcel Number 62524325
  • $21 per year additional tax assessments
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • Amberhill Association, Phone Number (949) 429-9583
  • Amber Property Management Co HOA
  • Amberhill Subdivision

Recreation

  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,533

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$78 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Amberhill (AMB)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 62524325
  • Year Built: 1986
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2500.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 664.00
  • Room Type: Entry, Family Room, Great Room, Jack & Jill, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Separate Family Room, Walk-In Closet
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Garden Window(s)
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Main Floor Full Bath, Remodeled, Separate Tub And Shower, Vanity Area, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Built-In Trash/Recycling, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: City Lights, Hills, Neighborhood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Lanai, Patio, Patio Open, Front Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Tile
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Three Door, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, 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 Fee: 78.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Amberhill
  • Phone: 94942995831
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Management: Amber property management co

Schools

  • School District: Saddleback Valley Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12240.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2810

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 12240.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
  • Waterfront Features: Ocean Side of Freeway

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 423.27
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Tract Number: 11237
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 21.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 24, 2008
Sold by
Rettew Bernardine
Bought by
Rettew Bernardine and The Bernardine Rettew Family Trust
Current Estimated Value
$1,672,913

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2006
Sold by
Kelbel Craig J
Bought by
Rettew Bernardine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 2001
Sold by
Kelbel Craig J
Bought by
Kelbel Craig J and Rettew Kelbel Bernardine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 1999
Sold by
Kahealani Martins and Kahealani Udt
Bought by
Kelbel Craig J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Interest Rate
7.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 23, 1998
Sold by
Lani Martins and Lani Udt
Bought by
Martins Kahealani

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,000
Interest Rate
7.02%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 1994
Sold by
Curammeng Lani and Curammeng Bernadette
Bought by
Martins Lani
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $425,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Grant Deed -- --
Grant Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,331,000 New Conventional
Closed $90,000 New Conventional
Closed $221,000 New Conventional
Closed $90,840 Unknown
Closed $135,000 New Conventional
Closed $92,000 Unknown
Closed $340,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $340,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $204,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/17/2024 12/17/24 Sold $1,660,000 -1.4% $664 / Sq Ft
11/01/2024 11/01/24 Pending -- -- --
10/23/2024 10/23/24 For Sale $1,683,000 -- $673 / 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 $6,533 $1,660,000 $1,378,424 $281,576
2024 $6,533 $640,400 $374,559 $265,841
2023 $6,377 $627,844 $367,215 $260,629
2022 $6,262 $615,534 $360,015 $255,519
2021 $6,136 $603,465 $352,956 $250,509
2020 $6,081 $597,278 $349,337 $247,941
2019 $5,958 $585,567 $342,487 $243,080
2018 $5,846 $574,086 $335,772 $238,314
2017 $5,728 $562,830 $329,188 $233,642
2016 $5,632 $551,795 $322,734 $229,061
2015 $5,563 $543,507 $317,886 $225,621
2014 $5,442 $532,861 $311,659 $221,202
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC24220186

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 625-243-25