Seller's Agent in 2023
Donna Empfield
Laguna Premier Realty Inc.
(949) 939-5747
228 in this area
232 Total Sales
3028 Calle Sonora Unit A Laguna Woods, CA 92637
Estimated Value: $383,930 - $495,000
1
Bed
1
Bath
811
Sq Ft
$781/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Golf Course Community
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Community Stables
- 24-Hour Security
- No Units Above
About This Home
As of April 202355+ community! Remodeled single level "La Casita" CONDO located just inside Gate 7 with no steps and no one above or below. This home has been remodeled for maximum efficiency - check out the photos! Front patio area is covered with extra light from a skylight, the block wall has been smoothed and floor tiled to create a functional extra living area. French doors lead inside, providing an inviting entrance and great way to enjoy indoor/outdoor living and create the feel of a larger space! You'll enjoy central heat/air, dual pane windows, plantation shutters, smooth ceilings, tile flooring, crown molding and upgraded baseboards throughout. Inside, the kitchen has been remodeled with wood cabinets, leathered granite countertops, stainless appliances, recessed lights and Solartube. There are matching cabinets in the dining area for extra storage and built-in dry bar area. The comfortable living area was created to multi-task as guest room when needed with a Murphy bed surrounded by built-in cabinets and shelving, electric fireplace and ceiling fan. The hallway is retrofitted with stylish shaker style doors with glass fronts. Behind the doors are slide out shelves for extra storage. Enter the en suite through the matching door with privacy glass and you'll notice the bedroom contains an ample amount of built-in drawers and cabinets for hanging clothes and brightened by the recessed lightning. The remodeled bathroom houses a large, tiled walk-in shower, upgraded vanity, mirror, Solartube and washer/dryer. Carport and guest parking right in front! A wonderful home and convenient location from which to enjoy LW and all the great amenities -- 27 hole championship golf course, 9-hole executive par 3 course, PICKLEBALL, tennis, lawn bowling, gyms, clubhouses, swimming pools, horse stables, gardening centers, art studio, world-class woodshop and art center, computer workrooms and classes plus over 200 clubs and organizations to stay active and social! CHECK OUT THE MATTERPORT TOUR - CLICK ON THE WHITE CIRCLES TO WALT THROUGH, THE 360 ICON TO WALK OUTSIDE AND WALKING MAN ICON TO COME BACK INSIDE
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Laguna Premier Realty Inc. License #01386605 Listed on: 11/29/2022
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,613
Year Built
- Built in 1971 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- No Units Above
- End Unit
- No Units Located Below
- Two or More Common Walls
- Northwest Facing Home
HOA Fees
- $781 Monthly HOA Fees
Property Views
- Woods
- Park or Greenbelt
- Neighborhood
Home Design
- Cottage
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Turnkey
- Common Roof
Interior Spaces
- 811 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Recessed Lighting
- Decorative Fireplace
- Electric Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Plantation Shutters
- Window Screens
- French Doors
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Tile Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Water Line To Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Main Level Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Granite Bathroom Countertops
- Private Water Closet
- Low Flow Toliet
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- 1 Detached Carport Space
- Parking Available
- Guest Parking
- Assigned Parking
Accessible Home Design
- Lowered Light Switches
- No Interior Steps
- More Than Two Accessible Exits
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Rain Gutters
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Hot Water Heating System
- Underground Utilities
- Natural Gas Not Available
- Electric Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 2
- Tax Tract Number 7128
- Assessor Parcel Number 93172025
- $15 per year additional tax assessments
Community Details
Overview
- Active Adult
- 12,734 Units
- Third Mutual Association, Phone Number (949) 597-4200
- Village Management Services HOA
- Leisure World Subdivision, La Casita Floorplan
- Maintained Community
- RV Parking in Community
Amenities
- Clubhouse
- Banquet Facilities
- Billiard Room
- Meeting Room
- Card Room
- Recreation Room
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Pickleball Courts
- Sport Court
- Bocce Ball Court
- Ping Pong Table
- Fitness Center
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Dog Park
- Community Stables
- Horse Trails
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
Security
- 24-Hour Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
- Controlled Access
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Matterport 3D Tour
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 21, 2024
Sold by
Marshall Family Trust and Kiser Beverly R
Bought by
Marshall Family Trust and Marshall
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 29, 2022
Closed on
Apr 5, 2023
Sold by
Effie Montoya Irrevocable Trust
Bought by
Marshall Family Trust
Seller's Agent
Donna Empfield
Laguna Premier Realty Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Leland Chesley
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$343,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$56,000
-14.04%
Views
125
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.64%
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 7, 2022
Sold by
Montoya Effie
Bought by
Effie Montoya Irrevocable Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 1, 2016
Closed on
Mar 1, 2016
Sold by
Shapiro Gail G
Bought by
Montoya Effie and Byrne Cristina
Seller's Agent
Gail Shapiro
Laguna Premier Realty Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Donna Horn
Seven Gables Real Estate
List Price
$224,900
Sold Price
$206,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$18,900
-8.4%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.30%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 30, 2015
Closed on
May 14, 2015
Sold by
Whitman Gerald B
Bought by
Shapiro Gail G
Seller's Agent
Marie Miller
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
Buyer's Agent
Gail Shapiro
Laguna Premier Realty Inc.
List Price
$110,000
Sold Price
$118,000
Premium/Discount to List
$8,000
7.27%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
110.21%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 26, 2004
Sold by
Whitman Shepard and Whitman Shirley
Bought by
Whitman Shephard H and Shephard H Whitman Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall Family Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Marshall Family Trust | $343,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Effie Montoya Irrevocable Trust | -- | -- | |
| Montoya Effie | -- | -- | |
| Montoya Effie | $206,000 | North American Title Company | |
| Shapiro Gail G | $118,000 | Fidelity Natl Title Orange C | |
| Whitman Shephard H | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Marshall Family Trust | $125,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/14/2023 04/14/23 | Sold | $343,000 | -4.5% | $423 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/01/2023 03/01/23 | Price Changed | $359,000 | -5.3% | $443 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/16/2023 02/16/23 | Price Changed | $379,000 | -2.6% | $467 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/07/2023 02/07/23 | Price Changed | $389,000 | -2.5% | $480 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/29/2022 11/29/22 | For Sale | $399,000 | +93.7% | $492 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/14/2016 03/14/16 | Sold | $206,000 | 0.0% | $206 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/01/2016 03/01/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/27/2016 02/27/16 | Off Market | $206,000 | -- | -- | |
| 02/02/2016 02/02/16 | Price Changed | $215,000 | -1.8% | $215 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/14/2015 12/14/15 | Price Changed | $219,000 | -2.6% | $219 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/13/2015 12/13/15 | For Sale | $224,900 | +9.2% | $225 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/10/2015 12/10/15 | Off Market | $206,000 | -- | -- | |
| 10/26/2015 10/26/15 | Price Changed | $224,900 | -1.8% | $225 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/29/2015 09/29/15 | For Sale | $229,000 | 0.0% | $229 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/29/2015 09/29/15 | Price Changed | $229,000 | +11.2% | $229 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/22/2015 09/22/15 | Off Market | $206,000 | -- | -- | |
| 08/20/2015 08/20/15 | For Sale | $239,000 | +102.5% | $239 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/15/2015 06/15/15 | Sold | $118,000 | +7.3% | $164 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/08/2015 05/08/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/30/2015 04/30/15 | For Sale | $110,000 | -- | $153 / 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 | $3,613 | $428,428 | $304,981 | $123,447 |
| 2024 | $3,613 | $349,860 | $234,684 | $115,176 |
| 2023 | $3,528 | $343,000 | $230,082 | $112,918 |
| 2022 | $2,373 | $229,795 | $176,049 | $53,746 |
| 2021 | $2,326 | $225,290 | $172,597 | $52,693 |
| 2020 | $2,305 | $222,980 | $170,827 | $52,153 |
| 2019 | $2,259 | $218,608 | $167,477 | $51,131 |
| 2018 | $2,217 | $214,322 | $164,193 | $50,129 |
| 2017 | $2,173 | $210,120 | $160,973 | $49,147 |
| 2016 | $1,249 | $119,799 | $69,034 | $50,765 |
| 2015 | $1,097 | $104,779 | $36,146 | $68,633 |
| 2014 | $1,073 | $102,727 | $35,438 | $67,289 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Donna Empfield
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Leland Chesley
L
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Leland Chesley
eXp Realty of California Inc
(949) 309-6104
46 in this area
51 Total Sales
-
Gail Shapiro
Seller's Agent in 2016
Gail Shapiro
Laguna Premier Realty Inc.
(949) 929-7540
55 in this area
55 Total Sales
-
D
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Donna Horn
Seven Gables Real Estate
-
M
Seller's Agent in 2015
Marie Miller
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
-
V
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Vera Jacques
HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC22242522
APN: 931-720-25
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