$535,500
SOLD JAN 30, 2025
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,722 Sq Ft
5,227 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$311 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

84 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 24-Hour Security
  • Senior Community
  • 4-minute walk to California Oaks Sports Park

About This Home

As of January 2025

Discover the epitome of modern living in this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home with a DOWNSTAIRS PRIMARY BEDROOM & BATHROOM located in the highly sought-after 55+ community of The Colony in Murrieta! Nestled on a private corner lot with no rear neighbors, this 1,722 sq. ft. residence offers both tranquility and convenience, making it the perfect retreat. Step inside to find an open, airy floor plan, enhanced by recent renovations. The updated kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring sleek granite countertops, modern stainless steel appliances, and freshly painted cabinets that blend style with functionality. The main living areas boast luxury vinyl plank flooring, offering both durability and elegance, while a cozy fireplace in the family room adds warmth and charm. The spacious primary bedroom is conveniently located on the first floor, offering ease of access and privacy. It includes a remodeled en-suite bathroom with updated cabinets and countertops, providing a spa-like experience at home. Upstairs, a versatile bonus room awaits—ideal for a home office, guest space, or an extra bedroom. Outdoors, enjoy the low-maintenance backyard under a large patio cover, perfect for year-round entertaining or quiet relaxation. The epoxy-coated garage floor not only adds a polished look but also enhances durability. Additional features include a large indoor laundry room with ample storage and a utility sink, ensuring that every aspect of this home is designed for comfort and convenience. Situated just minutes from shopping, dining, and the 15 Freeway, this home is perfectly positioned for those who appreciate both community living and easy access to city amenities. The Colony offers a guard-gated entrance, ensuring security and peace of mind, along with a wealth of community amenities, including a clubhouse, pool, spa, gym, tennis courts, and more. With solar panels enhancing energy efficiency and a meticulously maintained exterior, this move-in-ready home offers the best of Murrieta living. Don’t miss your chance to make 40525 Via Francisco your new address—where modern upgrades meet timeless style in a premier community setting.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Justin Short

KW Temecula Brokerage Phone: 951-634-9322 License #01959434 Listed on: 08/23/2024

KW Temecula

Last Buyer's Agent

Justin Short

KW Temecula Brokerage Phone: 951-634-9322 License #01959434 Listed on: 08/23/2024

KW Temecula

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,236

Year Built

  • Built in 1989 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Corner Lot
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Private Yard
  • Lawn
  • Back Yard

HOA Fees

  • $333 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Single Garage Door
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway Level
  • Automatic Gate

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Hills
  • Park or Greenbelt
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Turnkey
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,722 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Two Story Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Awning
  • Tinted Windows
  • Roller Shields
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Blinds
  • Double Door Entry
  • French Doors
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Loft
  • Bonus Room
  • Game Room
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom
  • Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Accessible Home Design

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Accessible Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near a clubhouse
  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Central Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 123
  • Tax Tract Number 210
  • Assessor Parcel Number 947240073
  • $224 per year additional tax assessments
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • Senior Community
  • Front Yard Maintenance
  • The Colony At Cal Oaks Association, Phone Number (951) 677-4341
  • Pcm Associa HOA
  • Maintained Community

Amenities

  • Outdoor Cooking Area
  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Dog Park
  • Hiking Trails

Security

  • 24-Hour Security
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Controlled Access

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,236

Year Built

Built in 1989 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$333 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Small Shed In Back
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: 24 Hour Security, Gated with Attendant, Automatic Gate, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System, Gated Community, Gated with Guard, Smoke Detector(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 947240073
  • Year Built: 1989
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1722.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Storage, Two Story Ceilings
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits, Parking
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Double Door Entry, French Doors
  • Eating Area: Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Family Kitchen, In Family Room, Dining Room, In Kitchen, In Living Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 310.98
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Den, Entry, Family Room, Game Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Loft, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Office, Walk-In Closet
  • Spa Features: Community
  • Window Features: Blinds, Drapes, Roller Shields, Tinted Windows
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Closet In Bathroom, Double Sinks In Bath(s), Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Exhaust Fan(s), Granite Counters, Linen Closet/Storage, Remodeled, Separate Tub And Shower, Tile Counters, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen, Stone Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s), Lighting
  • View: Hills, Neighborhood, Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block, Wrought Iron
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Covered, Porch, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Tile
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Number Remotes: 1
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Concrete, Paved, Driveway Level, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater Central, Water Heater, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Electric: Standard
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside, Washer Hookup, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Barbecue, Outdoor Cooking Area, Picnic Area, Tennis Court(s), Gym/Ex Room, Clubhouse, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Guard, Security, Controlled Access, Maintenance Front Yard
  • Association Fee: 333.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: The Colony at Cal Oaks
  • Phone: 951-677-4341
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Community Features: Curbs, Dog Park, Hiking, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban
  • Association Management: PCM Associa

Schools

  • School District: Murrieta

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Corner Lot, Landscaped, Lawn, Level with Street, Rectangular Lot, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Drip System, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5227.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1200

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 5227.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 432.29
  • Tax Lot: 123
  • Tax Tract Number: 210...
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 224.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2024
Closed on
Mar 10, 2025
Sold by
Weinberg Family 1999 Trust and Weinberg Stanley H
Bought by
Weinberg Family 1999 Trust and Weinberg
Seller's Agent
Justin Short
KW Temecula
Buyer's Agent
Justin Short
KW Temecula
List Price
$600,000
Sold Price
$535,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$64,500
-10.75%
Views
85
Current Estimated Value
$545,167

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,667
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.27%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2024
Closed on
Jan 7, 2025
Sold by
Linda Frances Caricato Trust and Capps Linda Caricato
Bought by
Weinberg Family 1999 Trust and Weinberg
Seller's Agent
Justin Short
KW Temecula
Buyer's Agent
Justin Short
KW Temecula
List Price
$600,000
Sold Price
$535,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$64,500
-10.75%
Views
85

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 27, 2021
Closed on
Jun 3, 2021
Sold by
Strong Verne A and Strong Patricia Ann
Bought by
Capps Walter and Capps Linda Caricato
Seller's Agent
Liz Jones
KW Temecula
Buyer's Agent
Justin Short
KW Temecula
List Price
$439,900
Sold Price
$455,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,100
3.43%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.63%
Original Mortgage
$364,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1998
Sold by
Wickman George A and Wickman Mary Ellen B
Bought by
Strong Verne A and Strong Patricia Ann

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 1996
Sold by
Wickman George and Wickman Mary Ellen
Bought by
Wickman George A and Wickman Mary Ellen B

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 1996
Sold by
Byrd Cois M and Byrd Evelyn
Bought by
Wickman George and Wickman Mary Ellen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Interest Rate
8.01%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 1994
Sold by
Cielo Oak Ranch Ltd
Bought by
Byrd Cois M and Byrd Evelyn
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
Grant Deed -- First American Title
Grant Deed $535,500 First American Title
Grant Deed $455,000 Ticor Title Riverside
Grant Deed $163,000 Orange Coast Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $135,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $75,000 Stewart Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $364,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $22,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $108,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/30/2025 01/30/25 Sold $535,500 -2.6% $311 / Sq Ft
11/15/2024 11/15/24 Pending -- -- --
11/07/2024 11/07/24 Price Changed $550,000 -2.7% $319 / Sq Ft
10/17/2024 10/17/24 Price Changed $565,000 -1.7% $328 / Sq Ft
10/02/2024 10/02/24 Price Changed $575,000 -2.5% $334 / Sq Ft
09/18/2024 09/18/24 Price Changed $589,995 -1.7% $343 / Sq Ft
08/23/2024 08/23/24 For Sale $600,000 +31.9% $348 / Sq Ft
06/25/2021 06/25/21 Sold $455,000 +3.4% $264 / Sq Ft
05/27/2021 05/27/21 For Sale $439,900 -- $255 / 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 $4,236 $380,522 $100,358 $280,164
2023 $4,236 $473,382 $124,848 $348,534
2022 $5,417 $464,100 $122,400 $341,700
2021 $2,826 $236,051 $43,438 $192,613
2020 $2,798 $233,631 $42,993 $190,638
2019 $2,746 $229,050 $42,150 $186,900
2018 $2,695 $224,560 $41,324 $183,236
2017 $2,659 $220,158 $40,514 $179,644
2016 $2,625 $215,842 $39,720 $176,122
2015 $2,597 $212,602 $39,124 $173,478
2014 $2,481 $208,439 $38,358 $170,081
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SW24171415

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 947-240-073