$675,000
SOLD JUN 16, 2017

33926 La Serena Dr Unit 7 Dana Point, CA 92629

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,246 Sq Ft
$315/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$542 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open Floorplan
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Marco Forster Middle School Rated A-
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 3-minute walk to Lantern Village Community Park

About This Home

As of December 2021

Don't miss this remodeled, single level beach cottage condo located in the heart of the Lantern District. Stroll through the private serene gardens of this small quiet 15 unit complex or take a leisurely walk to the beach and nearby shops and restaurants. This bright airy condo with multiple sky lights feels like a single family home with its private front and back patios, cathedral beamed ship lap ceilings and attached garage. This beach close home which is less than a mile from the ocean has been recently remodeled to include beautiful porcelain plank flooring, quartz counter tops, new tile, upgraded cabinets, high end stainless steel appliances, LED lighting throughout and all new interior pex piping. There is generous amounts of storage including an indoor laundry room, kitchen pantry and third bedroom walk-in closet. Come enjoy the year round coastal breezes and on certain days a peek-a-boo view of ocean.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sandee Spencer

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01929977 Listed on: 05/23/2017

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Peggy Larson

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01981441

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,983

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • 1 Common Wall
  • Wood Fence
  • Brick Fence
  • Garden

HOA Fees

  • $315 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Cottage

Interior Spaces

  • 1,246 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • L-Shaped Dining Room
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Gas Oven
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Self-Closing Drawers
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Quartz Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • No Interior Steps
  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Accessible Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 9
  • Tax Tract Number 861
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93365007

Community Details

Overview

  • 15 Units
  • La Cresta Association, Phone Number (949) 215-8455
  • Built by La Cresta Gardens
  • Maintained Community

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,983

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$315 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name Other: Lantern Village Central (LDC)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 93365007
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1246.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: Ground Level
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall, End Unit
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits, No Interior Steps, Parking
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Ell
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 541.73
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Quartz Counters, Remodeled
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open To Family Room, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-Closing Drawers, Walk-In Pantry

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Brick, Wood
  • Builder Name: La Cresta Gardens
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed
  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Direct Garage Access
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, Dryer Included, Inside, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Maintenance Grounds, Pets Permitted
  • Association Fee: 315.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: La Cresta
  • Phone: 949.215.8455
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Capistrano Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Garden

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 15
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 423.13
  • Tax Lot: 9
  • Tax Tract Number: 861

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2024
Sold by
Crane Steven and Crane Susan
Bought by
Crane Family Trust and Crane

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2017
Closed on
Jun 1, 2017
Sold by
Harding Duncan and Harding Jamie
Bought by
Lerose Joan M and Joan M Lerose Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Sandee Spencer
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Peggy Larson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$655,000
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
3.05%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.66%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 2016
Sold by
Harding Duncan and Harding Jamie
Bought by
Harding Duncan and Harding Jamie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$412,000
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 2015
Sold by
Harding Duncan
Bought by
Harding Belinda M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$420,000
Interest Rate
3.61%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2015
Sold by
Nelson Carl C and Jane Nelson M
Bought by
Harding Duncan and Harding Jamie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$420,000
Interest Rate
3.61%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2003
Sold by
James Everett R and James Carol A
Bought by
Nelson Carl C and Jane Nelson M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 20, 2001
Sold by
Strauss David Jonathan and Strauss David J
Bought by
James Everett R and James Carol A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$156,000
Interest Rate
6.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2000
Sold by
Strauss Gail
Bought by
Strauss David J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.71%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $675,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Title 365
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- California Title Company
Grant Deed $525,000 California Title Company
Grant Deed $299,000 Chicago Title Co
Individual Deed $208,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $412,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $420,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $156,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/27/2025 06/27/25 Price Changed $1,245,000 -1.6% $1,051 / Sq Ft
05/27/2025 05/27/25 For Sale $1,265,000 0.0% $1,068 / Sq Ft
02/21/2022 02/21/22 Rented $4,500 +12.6% --
01/23/2022 01/23/22 Off Market $3,995 -- --
01/20/2022 01/20/22 For Rent $3,995 0.0% --
12/10/2021 12/10/21 Sold $890,000 +2.4% $751 / Sq Ft
11/02/2021 11/02/21 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2021 10/02/21 For Sale $869,000 +28.7% $733 / Sq Ft
06/16/2017 06/16/17 Sold $675,000 +3.1% $542 / Sq Ft
05/23/2017 05/23/17 For Sale $655,000 -- $526 / 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 $10,983 $925,956 $837,101 $88,855
2023 $10,517 $907,800 $820,687 $87,113
2022 $10,291 $890,000 $804,595 $85,405
2021 $8,554 $723,736 $642,232 $81,504
2020 $8,349 $716,315 $635,646 $80,669
2019 $8,175 $702,270 $623,182 $79,088
2018 $7,979 $688,500 $610,962 $77,538
2017 $6,642 $543,666 $461,826 $81,840
2016 $6,332 $533,006 $452,770 $80,236
2015 $4,534 $380,264 $293,796 $86,468
2014 $4,460 $372,816 $288,041 $84,775
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC17114284

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 933-650-07