NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,580,000 - $1,746,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,407 Sq Ft
$692/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 01, 2020

Last sale price $1,051,000 $437 Per Sq Ft

Est. 58% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,998/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Truman Benedict Elementary School Rated A
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

As of July 2020

This stunning home is situated in the highly sought-after Ridgemore neighborhood in Forster Highlands. Located on a cul-de-sac location this 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath “Stunner” has been highly upgraded, meticulously maintained and shows like a model home. This remarkable home exudes quality & superior craftsmanship thru-out. Welcoming front entry, living room and dining room. The upgraded kitchen features white cabinetry, granite slab counters w/ custom backsplash, stainless steel appliances, convenient center island, custom pantry door, new pendant lighting and sphere chandelier. The adjoining family room is complete with a gorgeous built-in media cabinet and features a “fire and ice” dramatic fireplace. A half bath completes the first level. Upstairs highlights include a master suite with a walk-in closet and custom closet built-ins. Master bath features an oversized shower and a relaxing soaking tub. French Doors open to the quaint front balcony area. Two secondary bedrooms, a loft (could be 4th bedroom option) full bath and convenient upstairs laundry. See supplement for complete list of upgrades for this amazing home. This is the perfect home for entertaining and/or relaxing while enjoying this amazing rear yard! An elaborate entertainer’s yard with a sparkling saltwater pool and spa with waterfall features, top of the line built-in BBQ & island, freshly landscaped, tranquil water fountain, custom outdoor lighting, all surrounded by a lush private hillside with mature trees.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sandy Marquez

Re/Max Coastal Homes License #01181253 Listed on: 05/29/2020

Re/Max Coastal Homes

Last Buyer's Agent

Edgar Scholte

Seven Gables Real Estate License #01954841

Seven Gables Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,068

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 5,726 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

HOA Fees

  • $230 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Two Garage Doors
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Mountain
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Turnkey
  • Slab Foundation
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Roof
  • Partial Copper Plumbing
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,407 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Shutters
  • Custom Window Coverings
  • Blinds
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Dining Room
  • Loft

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Home Security

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

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa
  • Gunite Pool
  • Gunite Spa
  • Waterfall Pool Feature

Outdoor Features

  • Slab Porch or Patio
  • Fire Pit
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Truman Benedict Elementary School
  • Bernice Middle School
  • San Clemente High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Sewer Paid
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 18
  • Tax Tract Number 15864
  • Assessor Parcel Number 67812118

Community Details

Overview

  • Forster Highlands Association, Phone Number (949) 716-3998
  • Powerstone HOA

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Hiking Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,068

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$230 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System, Fire Sprinkler System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Ridgemore (RIDG)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 67812118
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2407.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Copper Plumbing Partial, Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Eating Area: Dining Room, In Kitchen
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Fire Pit
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 436.64
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up, Family Room, Kitchen, Loft, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Spa Features: Private, Association, Gunite, In Ground
  • Window Features: Blinds, Custom Covering, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Shutters
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Exhaust Fan(s), Tile Counters, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Walk-In Pantry

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Exterior Features: Barbecue Private, Lighting, Rain Gutters
  • View: Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio Open, Slab
  • Pool Features: Private, Association, Gunite, In Ground, Waterfall
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Concrete, Tile
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Drywall Walls, Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Paved, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Two Door
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Self Cleaning Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Electric: Standard
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Sewer Paid
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Playground
  • Association Fee: 230.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Forster Highlands
  • Phone: 9497163998
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Hiking, Gutters, Sidewalks
  • Association Management: Powerstone

Schools

  • Elementary School: Truman Benedict
  • High School: San Clemente
  • Middle Or Junior School: Bernice
  • Elementary School #2: TRUBEN
  • High School2: SANCLE

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5726.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1315

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 5726.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 421.12
  • Tax Lot: 18
  • Tax Tract Number: 15864

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 29, 2020
Closed on
Jun 3, 2020
Sold by
Kozlowski David A and Kozlowski Constance J
Bought by
Ballard Robert Steven and Robert S Ballard Revocable Tru
Seller's Agent
Sandy Marquez
Re/Max Coastal Homes
Buyer's Agent
Edgar Scholte
Seven Gables Real Estate
List Price
$1,050,000
Sold Price
$1,051,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000
0.1%
Current Estimated Value
$1,665,690

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$614,690
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.02%
Original Mortgage
$748,300
Outstanding Balance
$663,311
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,002,379

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 2002
Sold by
Primacy Closing Corp
Bought by
Kozlowski David A and Kozlowski Constance J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$386,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2002
Sold by
Lay Christopher K and Lay Janelle R
Bought by
Primacy Closing Corp

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$386,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 2001
Sold by
Kb Home Coastal Inc
Bought by
Lay Christopher K and Lay Janelle R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$348,000
Interest Rate
7.15%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ballard Robert Steven $1,051,000 First American Title
Kozlowski David A $558,000 First American Title Ins Co
Primacy Closing Corp $558,000 First American Title Ins Co
Lay Christopher K $435,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ballard Robert Steven $748,300
Previous Owner Kozlowski David A $386,000
Previous Owner Lay Christopher K $348,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/01/2020 07/01/20 Sold $1,051,000 +0.1% $437 / Sq Ft
05/31/2020 05/31/20 Pending -- -- --
05/29/2020 05/29/20 For Sale $1,050,000 -- $436 / 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 $12,068 $1,149,419 $739,480 $409,939
2024 $12,068 $1,126,882 $724,981 $401,901
2023 $11,826 $1,104,787 $710,766 $394,021
2022 $11,611 $1,083,125 $696,829 $386,296
2021 $11,401 $1,061,888 $683,166 $378,722
2020 $8,726 $796,843 $386,014 $410,829
2019 $8,567 $781,219 $378,445 $402,774
2018 $8,419 $765,901 $371,024 $394,877
2017 $8,266 $750,884 $363,749 $387,135
2016 $8,119 $736,161 $356,616 $379,545
2015 $8,151 $725,104 $351,260 $373,844
2014 $8,010 $710,901 $344,380 $366,521
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC20098360

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 678-121-18