NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,601,000 - $1,758,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,407 Sq Ft
$690/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 25, 2020

Last sale price $983,000 $408 Per Sq Ft

Est. 69% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,230/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Truman Benedict Elementary School Rated A
  • Clubhouse
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of February 2020

Gorgeous Forster Highlands home in the much sought after Ridgemore tract. Soaring ceiling greet you as you enter this 4 bedroom cul-de-sac home. The kitchen features a large center island, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, wine fridge and walk-in pantry. The kitchen is open to the family room with fireplace and builtin entertainment area. The master suite boasts vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, and private deck. The master bathroom has a soaking tub, and tumbled stone floors and counter tops. The 4th bedroom is currently set up as an office with built-in desk, cabinets and a Murphy Bed perfect for guests. The large sprawling backyard includes a large wood burning fireplace, built-in BBQ and numerous entertaining areas. Other features include a 3 car garage, plantation shutters, A/C, new carpet and paint, and wood floors. The Forster Highlands Community includes a playground, pool, kids pool, 2 spas and clubhouse. All this and just minutes to crashing waves and sandy beaches. Welcome Home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Boyd

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01191278 Listed on: 01/16/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

John Jones

Redfin License #01978786

Redfin

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,401

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 6,416 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac

HOA Fees

  • $230 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Planned Development

Interior Spaces

  • 2,407 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Outdoor Fireplace

Schools

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

Additional Features

  • Suburban Location
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 65
  • Tax Tract Number 15864
  • Assessor Parcel Number 67813163

Community Details

Overview

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

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,401

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
  • Subdivision Name Other: Ridgemore (RIDG)
  • View: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 67813163
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2407.00 Square Feet
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Outside
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 408.39
  • Room Type: Master Suite, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Spa Features: Association
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: Association
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Clubhouse
  • Association Fee: 230.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Forster Highlands
  • Phone: 949-716-3998
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Planned Development
  • Community Features: Suburban
  • Association Management: Power Stone

Schools

  • School District: Capistrano Unified
  • Elementary School: Truman Benedict
  • Middle School: Bernice
  • High School: San Clemente
  • 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
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6416.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1473

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6416.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 421.12
  • Tax Lot: 65
  • Tax Tract Number: 15864

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 23, 2025
Sold by
Emsiek Christian Ferguson and Emsiek Kathryn Mari
Bought by
Emsiek Family Trust and Emsiek
Current Estimated Value
$1,661,050

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 16, 2020
Closed on
Feb 3, 2020
Sold by
Barraza Robert John and Barraza Rebecca Sue
Bought by
Emsiek Christian Ferguson and Emsiek Kathryn Marie
Seller's Agent
Michael Boyd
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
John Jones
Redfin
List Price
$965,000
Sold Price
$983,000
Premium/Discount to List
$18,000
1.87%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.78%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2019
Sold by
Barazza Robert and Barazza Rebecca
Bought by
Barraza Robert John and Barraza Rebecca Sue

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 2013
Sold by
Barraza Robert and Barraza Rebecca
Bought by
Barraza Robert and Barraza Rebecca

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$375,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 10, 2001
Sold by
Kb Home Coastal Inc
Bought by
Barraza Robert and Barraza Rebecca

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$35,000
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
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
Emsiek Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Emsiek Christian Ferguson $983,000 Lawyers Title Company
Barraza Robert John -- None Available
Barraza Robert -- Title365
Barraza Robert $477,500 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Emsiek Christian Ferguson $250,000
Previous Owner Barraza Robert $100,000
Previous Owner Barraza Robert $75,000
Previous Owner Barraza Robert $375,000
Previous Owner Barraza Rebecca $367,000
Previous Owner Barraza Rebecca $384,500
Previous Owner Barraza Robert $150,000
Previous Owner Barraza Robert $322,000
Previous Owner Barraza Robert $322,700
Previous Owner Barraza Robert $75,000
Previous Owner Barraza Ii Robert $35,000
Previous Owner Barraza Robert $275,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/25/2020 02/25/20 Sold $983,000 +1.9% $408 / Sq Ft
01/16/2020 01/16/20 For Sale $965,000 -- $401 / 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 $11,401 $1,075,051 $708,835 $366,216
2024 $11,401 $1,053,972 $694,936 $359,036
2023 $11,175 $1,033,306 $681,309 $351,997
2022 $10,974 $1,013,046 $667,950 $345,096
2021 $10,778 $993,183 $654,853 $338,330
2020 $7,185 $644,412 $293,988 $350,424
2019 $7,056 $631,777 $288,224 $343,553
2018 $6,937 $619,390 $282,573 $336,817
2017 $6,813 $607,246 $277,033 $330,213
2016 $6,694 $595,340 $271,601 $323,739
2015 $6,747 $586,398 $267,521 $318,877
2014 $6,633 $574,912 $262,281 $312,631
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC20010359

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 678-131-63