Seller's Agent in 2024
Jay Jung
Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop.
(949) 382-1413
1 in this area
138 Total Sales
27 Vista Colinas Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Estimated Value: $669,000 - $703,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,003
Sq Ft
$475/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Private Pool
- Updated Kitchen
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Trabuco Mesa Elementary School Rated A
- Mountain View
- 5-minute walk to Trabuco Mesa Park
About This Home
As of June 2024*Fully Remodeled* Upper Unit* 2 BED*2 BATH*Welcome to your new home in the picturesque Vista La Cuesta Community! Nestled in the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita with stunning views of the majestic Saddleback Mountains, this upper end unit condo offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and charm. Step inside to discover a spacious layout adorned with an abundance of windows, allowing natural light to illuminate every corner of the house. The soaring cathedral ceilings create an airy and inviting atmosphere, while the cozy fireplace in the living room sets the stage for cozy evenings with loved ones. The home boasts 2 large bedrooms and 2 large bathrooms, providing ample space for relaxation and rejuvenation. The master bedroom features a sizable walk-in closet and a luxurious master bath, offering a private retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Prepare delicious meals in the remodeled kitchen, equipped with stainless steel appliances and a convenient breakfast bar for casual dining. The kitchen features beautiful tile flooring that adds character to the space. Similarly, the bathrooms have been remodeled to offer modern elegance and functionality. Step outside to your expansive covered balcony, where you can unwind and entertain while soaking in the breathtaking views. Take advantage of the community amenities, including a pool and spa, just a short stroll away. For outdoor enthusiasts, Rancho Santa Margarita Lake and hiking trails are conveniently located across the street. Located within close proximity to top-rated schools, restaurants, and shops, as well as easy access to the 241 toll road, this home offers the perfect blend of convenience and luxury. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely stroll around the lake or exploring the nearby parks and entertainment options, this is Southern California living at its finest. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this beautiful home yours. Schedule a showing today and experience the magic of Vista La Cuesta living!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop. Brokerage Phone: 714-620-9902 License #01871184 Listed on: 05/13/2024
Co-Listed By
Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop. Brokerage Phone: 714-620-9902 License #01891648
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,768
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- End Unit
- 1 Common Wall
HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- 1 Open Parking Space
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Assigned Parking
Property Views
- Mountain
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Turnkey
- Tile Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,003 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Home Security
Pool
- Private Pool
- Spa
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Trabuco Mesa Elementary School
- Rancho Santa Margarita Middle School
- Trabucco Hills High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Private Water Source
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 3
- Tax Tract Number 12876
- Assessor Parcel Number 93214284
- $92 per year additional tax assessments
Community Details
Overview
- 138 Units
- Vista La Cuesta Association, Phone Number (714) 285-2626
- Samlarc Association, Phone Number (800) 428-5588
- Vista La Cuesta Subdivision
Amenities
- Outdoor Cooking Area
- Community Barbecue Grill
- Picnic Area
Recreation
- Pickleball Courts
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 13, 2024
Closed on
Jun 14, 2024
Sold by
Chung Candice S
Bought by
Ponce Cristian Romero and Lopez Maritza Evelyn
Seller's Agent
Jay Jung
Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Kent Brostroem
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
List Price
$655,000
Sold Price
$685,000
Premium/Discount to List
$30,000
4.58%
Views
32
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$930
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.12%
Original Mortgage
$635,350
Outstanding Balance
$628,629
Interest Rate
7.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$55,441
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 16, 2017
Closed on
Mar 1, 2017
Sold by
Stringfellow Lariza S and Stringfellow Andrew P
Bought by
Chung Candice S
Seller's Agent
Kimberly Sarnecky
First Team Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jay Jung
Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop.
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$399,900
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.71%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 28, 2001
Sold by
Phalen Kim M and Phalen Linda C
Bought by
Stringfellow Andrew P and Stringfellow Lariza S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$179,450
Interest Rate
6.91%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 19, 2000
Sold by
Barembaum Morrie J and Barembaum Queenie A
Bought by
Phalen Kim M and Phalen Linda C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,920
Interest Rate
9.99%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 13, 1997
Sold by
Barembaum Morrie J and Barembaum Queenie A
Bought by
Barembaum Morrie J and Barembaum Queenie A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$23,000
Interest Rate
6.95%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 8, 1997
Sold by
Conrad Walsh David
Bought by
Barembaum Morrie J and Gelle Queenie A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,850
Interest Rate
7.46%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ponce Cristian Romero | $685,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Chung Candice S | $400,000 | Wester Resources Title Co | |
| Stringfellow Andrew P | $185,000 | Equity Title Company | |
| Phalen Kim M | $155,000 | Commonwealth Land Title | |
| Barembaum Morrie J | -- | Gateway Title | |
| Barembaum Morrie J | $83,000 | Fidelity National Title Ins |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Ponce Cristian Romero | $635,350 | |
| Previous Owner | Stringfellow Andrew P | $176,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Stringfellow Andrew P | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Stringfellow Andrew P | $204,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Stringfellow Andrew P | $179,450 | |
| Previous Owner | Phalen Kim M | $123,920 | |
| Previous Owner | Barembaum Morrie J | $82,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Barembaum Morrie J | $23,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Barembaum Morrie J | $80,850 | |
| Closed | Phalen Kim M | $30,980 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/18/2024 06/18/24 | Sold | $685,000 | 0.0% | $683 / Sq Ft |
| 05/24/2024 05/24/24 | Off Market | $685,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/23/2024 05/23/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/13/2024 05/13/24 | For Sale | $655,000 | 0.0% | $653 / Sq Ft |
| 03/27/2019 03/27/19 | Rented | $2,200 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/18/2019 03/18/19 | Off Market | $2,200 | -- | -- |
| 03/07/2019 03/07/19 | Price Changed | $2,200 | -8.3% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 01/02/2019 01/02/19 | For Rent | $2,400 | +4.3% | -- |
| 05/25/2017 05/25/17 | Rented | $2,300 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/10/2017 05/10/17 | Price Changed | $2,300 | +7.0% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 04/14/2017 04/14/17 | For Rent | $2,150 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/11/2017 04/11/17 | Off Market | $2,150 | -- | -- |
| 04/01/2017 04/01/17 | Price Changed | $2,150 | 0.0% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 03/22/2017 03/22/17 | Sold | $399,900 | 0.0% | $399 / Sq Ft |
| 03/21/2017 03/21/17 | For Rent | $2,200 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/25/2017 02/25/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/16/2017 01/16/17 | For Sale | $399,900 | -- | $399 / 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 | $4,768 | $698,700 | $573,042 | $125,658 |
| 2024 | $4,768 | $455,014 | $351,994 | $103,020 |
| 2023 | $4,660 | $446,093 | $345,093 | $101,000 |
| 2022 | $4,582 | $437,347 | $338,327 | $99,020 |
| 2021 | $4,049 | $428,772 | $331,693 | $97,079 |
| 2020 | $4,463 | $424,376 | $328,292 | $96,084 |
| 2019 | $5,038 | $416,055 | $321,855 | $94,200 |
| 2018 | $4,967 | $407,898 | $315,545 | $92,353 |
| 2017 | $2,806 | $235,479 | $125,016 | $110,463 |
| 2016 | $3,077 | $230,862 | $122,564 | $108,298 |
| 2015 | $3,171 | $227,395 | $120,723 | $106,672 |
| 2014 | $3,115 | $222,941 | $118,358 | $104,583 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jay Jung
-
Sarah Park
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Sarah Park
Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop.
(714) 620-9904
1 in this area
119 Total Sales
-
Kent Brostroem
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Kent Brostroem
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
(949) 518-7219
11 in this area
122 Total Sales
-
Zachary Wolcott
Z
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Zachary Wolcott
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
(949) 599-6567
1 in this area
9 Total Sales
-
Archana Darekar
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Archana Darekar
Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop
(949) 529-0876
1 in this area
47 Total Sales
-
K
Seller's Agent in 2017
Kimberly Sarnecky
First Team Real Estate
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PW24095870
APN: 932-142-84
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