$1,225,000
SOLD MAY 7, 2025
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,000 Sq Ft
3,478 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$612 Per Sq Ft

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 24-Hour Security
  • Senior Community
  • Panoramic View

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to this captivating residence perfectly perched above an open space with dramatic hills, trees, & city views! You’ll love the cul-de-sac location the moment you arrive. Once inside, you will be in awe of the striking view!! This home has been impressively remodeled from top to bottom in a refined elegance and neutral color palette. Greeting you is the beautiful luxury vinyl flooring t/o the home. The reimagined kitchen is strikingly classy, featuring sleek cabinets, stunning quartz counters, stainless appliances, and a large peninsula, making this space any chef's dream. Just off the kitchen is a dining area and living space with an inviting fireplace for relaxing and cool evenings. Adjacent, a den area is ideal for an office or reading room. The primary suite is spacious, with a bay window adding character. The fully remodeled bath features a walk-in shower & a custom rich wood vanity with ample storage. Lastly, there is a nice-sized walk-in closet w/custom built-ins. A delightful secondary bedroom is located on the other side of the home for added privacy & features a window out to the gorgeous view. The secondary remodeled bath is delightful and boasts updated features. This property features an amazing surprise… an added upstairs retreat. An oversized bedroom has been thoughtfully added upstairs, along with a walk-in closet, full bath, and an additional finished storage or craft area. This space is ideal for multi-generational living, an office space, guests, or as a gem of an additional retreat. Other notable features are a newer HVAC, a tankless water heater & newer windows. Stepping outside, you’ll be welcomed by the newly expanded patio featuring pavers & a solid patio cover, where you will relish the quiet, relaxing, and stunning views as you gather with family and friends. Around the corner is a side yard also accessible from the kitchen slider; it’s the perfect place to enjoy more outdoor space or dine al-Fresco. This residence is the epitome of turn-key. Located in the unparalleled 55+guard gated neighborhood of Casta del Sol, this hidden gem has won its residents' hearts for years. With all the added highlights of a community pool, spa, library, art classes, clubs for enthusiasts, social activities and gatherings, a community garden, and so much more, life is just better here; in addition, you'll have membership privileges to the renowned Lake Mission Viejo. This property makes a lasting impression and is ready to welcome you home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julie Merlino

Distinctive Coast Properties License #01422757 Listed on: 04/04/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Julie Merlino

Distinctive Coast Properties License #01422757 Listed on: 04/04/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,376

Year Built

  • Built in 1980 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 3,478 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Vinyl Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Lawn
  • Front Yard
  • On-Hand Building Permits

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Two Garage Doors
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • City Lights
  • Woods
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Spanish Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey
  • Additions or Alterations
  • Planned Development
  • Slab Foundation
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Spanish Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Insulated Windows
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Bay Window
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Storage
  • Vinyl Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Self-Closing Cabinet Doors
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Quartz Bathroom Countertops
  • Makeup or Vanity Space
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Termite Clearance

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 39
  • Tax Tract Number 10202
  • Assessor Parcel Number 78612114
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • Senior Community
  • Casta Del Sol Association, Phone Number (949) 837-4073
  • Lmva Association
  • Powerstone HOA
  • Casta Del Sol Fiesta Subdivision, Custom Rosa Floorplan

Amenities

  • Outdoor Cooking Area
  • Community Fire Pit
  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Clubhouse
  • Billiard Room
  • Meeting Room
  • Card Room
  • Recreation Room

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Bocce Ball Court
  • Ping Pong Table
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Security

  • 24-Hour Security

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,376

Year Built

Built in 1980 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$613 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: 24 Hour Security, Gated with Attendant, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated Community, Gated with Guard, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Casta Del Sol - Fiesta (CF)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Spanish, Traditional
  • Property Condition: Additions/Alterations, Building Permit, Termite Clearance, Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 78612114
  • Year Built: 1980
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2000.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Accessibility Features: See Remarks
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, In Family Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas Starter
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 612.50
  • Room Type: Den, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Suite, Office, Walk-In Closet
  • Spa Features: Association
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s), Insulated Windows, Plantation Shutters, Screens
  • Bathroom Features: Low Flow Toilet(s), Shower, Main Floor Full Bath, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Upgraded, Vanity Area, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open To Family Room, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-Closing Cabinet Doors

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Slab
  • View: City Lights, Hills, Panoramic, Trees/Woods
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Vinyl
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Patio Open, Front Porch
  • Pool Features: Association
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Spanish Tile
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Drywall Walls, Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Number Remotes: 1
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Association: Lake MV
  • Amenities: Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Barbecue, Outdoor Cooking Area, Tennis Court(s), Paddle Tennis, Bocce Ball Court, Gym/Ex Room, Clubhouse, Billiard Room, Card Room, Recreation Room, Meeting Room, Trash, Pet Rules, Guard, Security
  • Association Fee: 584.00
  • Association #2 Fee: 29.00
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Casta Del Sol
  • Phone: 949 837-4073
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Common Interest: Planned Development
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Management: Powerstone
  • Association Management 2: LMVA

Schools

  • School District: Capistrano Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Purchase: No
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Level with Street, Sprinkler System
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3478.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0798

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 3478.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1927
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 320.37
  • Tax Lot: 39
  • Tax Tract Number: 10202

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 4, 2025
Closed on
Apr 10, 2025
Sold by
Lori Ann Franklin Revocable Trust and Webb Douglas Layne
Bought by
Gary Nelson And Sue Nelson Revocable Trust and Nelson
Seller's Agent
Julie Merlino
Distinctive Coast Properties
Buyer's Agent
Julie Merlino
Distinctive Coast Properties
List Price
$1,225,000
Sold Price
$1,225,000
Views
35
Current Estimated Value
$1,209,053

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$15,947
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.35%
Original Mortgage
$980,000
Outstanding Balance
$979,140
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$231,324

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 9, 2022
Closed on
Jul 28, 2022
Sold by
Grant Varner
Bought by
Varner Tomalyne
Seller's Agent
Janie Farris
Regency Real Estate Brokers
Buyer's Agent
Rita Tayenaka
Coast to Canyon Real Estate
List Price
$999,000
Sold Price
$975,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-2.4%
Views
4

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.00%
Original Mortgage
$926,250
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 9, 2022
Closed on
Jul 26, 2022
Sold by
Tomalyne Varner
Bought by
Lori Ann Franklin Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Janie Farris
Regency Real Estate Brokers
Buyer's Agent
Rita Tayenaka
Coast to Canyon Real Estate
List Price
$999,000
Sold Price
$975,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-2.4%
Views
4

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$926,250
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 11, 2018
Sold by
Varner Tomalyne
Bought by
Varner Tomalyne

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2011
Sold by
Welsh George T and Welsh Arlene E
Bought by
Welsh George T and Welsh Arlene E
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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 $1,225,000 Western Resources Title
Grant Deed -- Western Resources Title
Deed -- --
Grant Deed $975,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $980,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $926,250 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/07/2025 05/07/25 Sold $1,225,000 0.0% $613 / Sq Ft
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2025 04/04/25 For Sale $1,225,000 +25.6% $613 / Sq Ft
09/12/2022 09/12/22 Sold $975,000 -2.4% $488 / Sq Ft
08/22/2022 08/22/22 Pending -- -- --
08/09/2022 08/09/22 For Sale $999,000 0.0% $500 / Sq Ft
07/25/2022 07/25/22 Pending -- -- --
07/09/2022 07/09/22 For Sale $999,000 -- $500 / 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 $8,376 $849,725 $694,437 $155,288
2024 $8,376 $833,064 $680,820 $152,244
2023 $8,197 $816,730 $667,471 $149,259
2022 $2,794 $274,479 $140,944 $133,535
2021 $2,719 $267,078 $138,180 $128,898
2020 $2,671 $262,260 $136,763 $125,497
2019 $2,619 $257,118 $134,081 $123,037
2018 $2,498 $252,077 $131,452 $120,625
2017 $2,448 $247,135 $128,875 $118,260
2016 $2,400 $242,290 $126,348 $115,942
2015 $2,379 $238,651 $124,450 $114,201
2014 $2,332 $233,977 $122,013 $111,964
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC25068750

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 786-121-14