NOT LISTED FOR SALE

26462 Elmcrest Way Lake Forest, CA 92630

Estimated Value: $1,593,626 - $1,741,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,509 Sq Ft
$657/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 30, 2019

Last sale price $905,000 $361 Per Sq Ft

Est. 82% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,185/month

49 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Lake Forest Elementary School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • 4-minute walk to Pittsford Park

About This Home

As of September 2019

Nestled on a wonderful cul-de-sac street & just around the corner from Pittsford Park & LF Elementary school in the highly desirable neighborhood of San Rita Ridge is this beautifully appointed home that features a popular floor plan that is sure to delight the entire family. As you enter the foyer you'll notice the handsome travertine flooring, the custom wrought iron staircase, the spacious formal living & dining rooms all graced with soaring ceilings & crown molding. Venture into the kitchen with gas cooktop, oven, microwave & dishwasher with views to the backyard! The kitchen opens to the kitchen nook & expansive family room with crown molding, gas fireplace, in ceiling speakers & provides direct access to the backyard! DOWNSTAIRS BEDROOM with slider to side yard, updated bathroom with a walk-in shower, 3-car garage, laundry room with storage are all part of the lower level. As you walk up the sweeping staircase, you are welcomed into the large master bedroom which offers high ceilings, multiple closets with built-ins, sunken tub, separate walk-in shower & dual vanities with granite counters & planation shutters. This is a wonderful & PRIVATE lot with a HUGE BACKYARD ideal for entertaining or a building a custom pool. Mature landscaping, trees, colorful blooms & a gazebo with ceiling fan. Fabulous schools are so close by, as is the Lake Forest Sports Park, trials, mountain biking & easy access to freeways. Low HOA and no Mello Roos. A 10-YEAR ROOF CERT WILL BE OFFERED.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ines Negrete

Regency Real Estate Brokers License #01784762 Listed on: 06/28/2019

Regency Real Estate Brokers

Last Buyer's Agent

Marion Schuller

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01349430

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,203

Year Built

  • Built in 1985

Lot Details

  • 10,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • South Facing Home
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard

HOA Fees

  • $80 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Two Garage Doors
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Turnkey
  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,509 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wired For Sound
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Custom Window Coverings
  • Blinds
  • Window Screens
  • French Doors
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • L-Shaped Dining Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Built-In Trash or Recycling Cabinet

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Mirrored Closets Doors
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Private Water Closet
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Multiple Shower Heads
  • Separate Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom
  • Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Gazebo
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

  • Lake Forest Elementary School
  • El Toro High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Standard Electricity

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 153
  • Tax Tract Number 11234
  • Assessor Parcel Number 61345307

Community Details

Overview

  • San Rita Ridge Association, Phone Number (949) 768-7261
  • Pcm HOA
  • Built by Standard Pacific

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Park
  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,203

Year Built

Built in 1985

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$80 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator in the kitchen. Clock on wall near staircase.
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: San Rita Ridge (SRR)
  • View: No
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 61345307
  • Year Built: 1985
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2509.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Wired for Sound
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: French Doors, Mirror Closet Door(s)
  • Eating Area: Area, Breakfast Nook, Dining Ell, Dining Room, In Kitchen, Separated
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Wood Burning
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 360.70
  • Room Type: Entry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Master Suite, Separate Family Room
  • Window Features: Blinds, Custom Covering, Drapes, Plantation Shutters, Screens, Shutters
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Closet In Bathroom, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Dual Shower Heads (or Multiple), Exhaust Fan(s), Granite Counters, Jetted Tub, Linen Closet/Storage, Privacy Toilet Door, Separate Tub And Shower, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Built-In Trash/Recycling, Granite Counters, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: South
  • Other Structures: Gazebo
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block
  • Builder Name: Standard Pacific
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Concrete, Tile
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Two Door, Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 7.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 4.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Water Available
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Electric: Standard
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Playground, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 80.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: San Rita Ridge
  • Phone: 949-768-7261
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Hiking, Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Management: PCM

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10400.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2388

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 10400.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 524.23
  • Tax Lot: 153
  • Tax Tract Number: 11234

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 28, 2019
Closed on
Aug 22, 2019
Sold by
Lewis Edward B and Lewis Olivia
Bought by
Hoyt Patricia and Hoyt Michael
Seller's Agent
Ines Negrete
Regency Real Estate Brokers
Buyer's Agent
Marion Schuller
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$924,900
Sold Price
$905,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-2.15%
Total Days on Market
49
Current Estimated Value
$1,648,657

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$743,657
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.17%
Original Mortgage
$485,000
Outstanding Balance
$431,259
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,137,489

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 3, 1999
Sold by
Edward Lewis and Edward Olivia
Bought by
Lewis Edward B and Lewis Olivia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$296,250
Interest Rate
3.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 1998
Sold by
Domingo Lopez and Domingo Delia
Bought by
Lewis Edward B and Lewis Olivia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$265,000
Interest Rate
8.75%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 1994
Sold by
Bergholtz Richard E and Bergholtz Ruthelia P
Bought by
Lopez Domingo and Lopez Delia Zamona

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
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
Hoyt Patricia $905,000 Orange Coast Title
Lewis Edward B -- North American Title Co
Lewis Edward B $355,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Lopez Domingo $315,000 Stewart Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hoyt Patricia $485,000
Previous Owner Lewis Edward B $807,000
Previous Owner Lewis Edward B $688,000
Previous Owner Lewis Edward B $86,000
Previous Owner Lewis Edward B $630,000
Previous Owner Lewis Edward B $457,000
Previous Owner Lewis Edward B $296,250
Previous Owner Lewis Edward B $265,000
Previous Owner Lopez Domingo $213,000
Previous Owner Lopez Domingo $220,000
Closed Lewis Edward B $39,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/30/2019 09/30/19 Sold $905,000 -2.2% $361 / Sq Ft
08/16/2019 08/16/19 Pending -- -- --
07/19/2019 07/19/19 For Sale $924,900 0.0% $369 / Sq Ft
07/08/2019 07/08/19 Pending -- -- --
06/28/2019 06/28/19 For Sale $924,900 -- $369 / 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 $10,203 $970,341 $737,492 $232,849
2023 $9,963 $951,315 $723,031 $228,284
2022 $9,786 $932,662 $708,854 $223,808
2021 $9,591 $914,375 $694,955 $219,420
2020 $9,505 $905,000 $687,829 $217,171
2019 $5,217 $498,899 $271,112 $227,787
2018 $5,119 $489,117 $265,796 $223,321
2017 $5,017 $479,527 $260,584 $218,943
2016 $4,934 $470,125 $255,475 $214,650
2015 $4,875 $463,064 $251,638 $211,426
2014 $4,769 $453,994 $246,709 $207,285
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC19136498

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 613-453-07