$2,100,000
SOLD APR 25, 2025
2 Beds
2 Baths
2,401 Sq Ft
5,637 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$875 Per Sq Ft

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Fitness Center
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • On Golf Course
  • Senior Community
  • Gated Community

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome to this 2400 square foot highly upgraded, single level home, nestled in the prestigious 55+ gated community of The Gallery in Talega. Perfectly positioned on a premium lot overlooking the Talega Golf Course, this rare opportunity offers breathtaking views and a peek-a-boo glimpse of the ocean—a location that seldom becomes available in this sought-after neighborhood.As you approach the home, a charming front courtyard is inviting and charming. Step inside to discover an elegant and thoughtfully designed interior, featuring solid maple floors leading to the open-concept chef’s kitchen and family room.At the heart of this home is an impressive, oversized quartz island, providing a stunning focal point for both cooking and entertaining. The matching quartz backsplash, custom cabinetry, and top-of-the-line appliances complete this beautifully appointed space. A cozy breakfast nook enhances the kitchen’s warmth, while the adjacent family room features built-in cabinetry, a fireplace, and space for a TV and books. A private dining room with French doors opening to the courtyard provides a space for formal entertaining.The spacious primary bedroom features new plush carpeting and direct access to the outdoor patio. The en-suite spa-like bathroom has been elegantly updated with travertine flooring, dual sinks, a walk-in shower, and a bathtub . The walk-in closet offers all custom cabinetry. The secondary bedroom has been fully remodeled with wainscoting and refined finishes. The adjacent guest bathroom exudes luxury with white marble stone, subway tile backsplash, and high-end silver fixtures—no expense was spared in creating this stunning space. Completing the home is a dedicated office with built-in desk and cabinetry, ideal for work or hobbies.The backyard patio offers sweeping golf course views, cool ocean breezes, and a peek-a-boo ocean view. A new pergola provides a shaded retreat.Additional upgrades include owned solar panels, new windows throughout the home, a new HVAC system, drip irrigation system, and custom cabinetry in the garage and throughout the home.Residents of The Gallery enjoy a resort-style lifestyle, complete with an array of amenities and social activities. This includes a clubhouse with an outdoor lounge, fitness center, various meeting and activity rooms, bocce ball, a croquet field, a putting green, and a stunning pool and spa. Experience the best of luxury living in this wonderful community!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Janet Mitchell

Compass Brokerage Phone: 949-533-6508 License #01035607 Listed on: 03/11/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Kathy Warren

Compass Brokerage Phone: 949-533-6508 License #02121890

Last Buyer's Agent

Janet Mitchell

Compass Brokerage Phone: 949-533-6508 License #01035607 Listed on: 03/11/2025

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,287

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 5,637 Sq Ft Lot
  • On Golf Course
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway Level
  • Automatic Gate

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Golf Course
  • Peek-A-Boo
  • Mountain
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Turnkey
  • Planned Development
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,401 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Entryway
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Kitchen Island
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Pots and Pans Drawers

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Stone Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower

Location

  • Property is near a clubhouse
  • Suburban Location

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 7
  • Tax Tract Number 16213
  • Assessor Parcel Number 70128132
  • $1,745 per year additional tax assessments
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • Senior Community
  • Talega Manaement Company Association, Phone Number (949) 374-3854
  • Tmc HOA

Amenities

  • Community Fire Pit
  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Clubhouse
  • Recreation Room

Recreation

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

Security

  • Controlled Access
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,287

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$570 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Automatic Gate, Gated Community
  • View: Yes
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 70128132
  • Year Built: 2003
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2401.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Quartz Counters
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: Front
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 874.64
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Entry, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Office, Separate Family Room
  • Bathroom Features: Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Main Floor Full Bath, Separate Tub And Shower, Stone Counters, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Quartz Counters

Exterior Features

  • View: Golf Course, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Ocean, Peek-A-Boo
  • Pool Features: Association, Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Tile

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway Level, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Tennis Court(s), Bocce Ball Court, Gym/Ex Room, Clubhouse, Recreation Room, Controlled Access
  • Association Fee: 265.00
  • Association #2 Fee: 305.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Talega Manaement Company
  • Phone: 949-374-3854
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Common Interest: Planned Development
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban
  • Association Management: TMC

Schools

  • School District: Capistrano Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Close to Clubhouse, Level with Street, On Golf Course, Sprinkler System
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5637.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1294

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 5637.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 283
  • Number Of Units Total: 283

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 320.63
  • Tax Lot: 7
  • Tax Tract Number: 16213
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 1745.24

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2025
Closed on
Apr 16, 2025
Sold by
Norma M Cedarstrom Residence Trust and Peterson Ann M
Bought by
Dwight H Johnson Living Trust and Johnson
Seller's Agent
Janet Mitchell
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Janet Mitchell
Compass
List Price
$2,099,999
Sold Price
$2,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1
0.0%
Views
35
Current Estimated Value
$2,111,689

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$11,689
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.00%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2007
Sold by
Messinger Frances A
Bought by
Cedarstrom Norma M and Norma M Cedarstrom Residence Trust #I

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2006
Sold by
Messinger Frances A and Mead Messinger Frances
Bought by
Messinger Frances A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 2003
Sold by
Messinger Roderick
Bought by
Mead Messinger Frances

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$249,999
Interest Rate
5.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2002
Sold by
Mead Messinger Frances
Bought by
Mead Messinger Investments Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 2002
Sold by
Messinger Roderick
Bought by
Mead Messinger Frances

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$202,500
Interest Rate
6.17%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2002
Sold by
Talega Village Llc
Bought by
Mead Messinger Frances

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$202,500
Interest Rate
6.17%
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 $2,100,000 Chicago Title
Grant Deed $1,275,000 Equity Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Equity Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Orange Coast Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Co
Grant Deed $675,000 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $400,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $249,999 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $202,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/25/2025 04/25/25 Sold $2,100,000 0.0% $875 / Sq Ft
03/26/2025 03/26/25 Pending -- -- --
03/11/2025 03/11/25 For Sale $2,099,999 -- $875 / 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 $16,287 $1,674,732 $1,200,411 $474,321
2024 $16,287 $1,450,000 $1,062,816 $387,184
2023 $14,973 $1,329,530 $942,346 $387,184
2022 $14,681 $1,303,461 $923,868 $379,593
2021 $14,385 $1,277,903 $905,753 $372,150
2020 $14,229 $1,264,800 $896,465 $368,335
2019 $13,918 $1,240,000 $878,887 $361,113
2018 $12,456 $1,098,000 $736,887 $361,113
2017 $11,818 $1,038,000 $676,887 $361,113
2016 $12,017 $1,038,000 $676,887 $361,113
2015 $10,981 $933,120 $572,007 $361,113
2014 $10,955 $933,120 $572,007 $361,113
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC25040422

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 701-281-32