$1,149,000

5520 Via la Mesa Unit A Laguna Woods, CA 92637

Estimated payment $7,356/month

Total Views 4,275
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,551 Sq Ft
$741 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Community Stables
  • 24-Hour Security
  • Senior Community

About This Home

Welcome to 5520A Via La Mesa — a private, sun-drenched single-level villa, "El Prado" model, in the heart of Laguna Woods’ sought-after 55+ gated community. This spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers the ideal blend of privacy, comfort, and style. Enter through a beautifully landscaped gated courtyard. Inside, you’ll find a light and bright open layout with a formal dining area, cozy fireplace, and multiple sliders that flood the home with natural light and create seamless indoor-outdoor living. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large window that looks out onto the private patio. The primary suite includes an oversized closet, ensuite bathroom, and sliding doors that open to a tranquil, enclosed patio — your own peaceful escape. Enjoy a dedicated laundry area, ample storage, and a flex space with skylight that’s perfect for an office, reading room, or hobby nook. Located in Laguna Woods Village, you’ll have access to 7 club houses, 2 golf courses, an equestrian center, over 250 clubs, pools, fitness centers, tennis courts, and more — all just minutes from Laguna Beach.

Listing Agent

Amber Romo

Beach City Brokers Brokerage Phone: 424-236-9575 License #02036543 Listed on: 06/23/2025

Beach City Brokers

Co-Listing Agent

Cristina Arneson-Cabrera

Beach City Brokers Brokerage Phone: 424-236-9575 License #02058796

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,861

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

HOA Fees

  • $855 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Two Garage Doors

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,551 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Accessible Home Design

  • Grab Bar In Bathroom
  • No Interior Steps

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Enclosed patio or porch
  • Exterior Lighting

Additional Features

  • 1 Common Wall
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4
  • Tax Tract Number 7934
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93076401
  • $16 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • Senior Community
  • 13,000 Units
  • Third Mutual Association, Phone Number (949) 597-4600
  • Leisure World Subdivision

Amenities

  • Sauna
  • Clubhouse
  • Recreation Room

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Community Stables

Security

  • 24-Hour Security

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,861

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$855 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Other Phone Number: 310-347-4593
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Security: 24 Hour Security, Gated with Attendant
  • Subdivision Name Other: Leisure World (LW)
  • View: No
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 93076401
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1551.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Accessibility Features: Grab Bars In Bathroom(s), No Interior Steps
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 740.81
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Sun
  • Spa Features: Association
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed
  • Pool Features: Association
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage - Two Door
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Sauna, Golf Course, Tennis Court(s), Gym/Ex Room, Clubhouse, Recreation Room, Guard, Security
  • Association Fee: 855.17
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Third Mutual
  • Phone: 949-597-4600
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Curbs, Golf, Stable(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Management: Third Mutual

Schools

  • School District: Saddleback Valley Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 269759.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 6.1928

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 269759.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 13000
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 626.49
  • Tax Lot: 4
  • Tax Tract Number: 7934
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 16.00

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $1,861 $188,629 $80,735 $107,894
2023 $1,817 $184,931 $79,152 $105,779
2022 $1,782 $181,305 $77,600 $103,705
2021 $1,746 $177,750 $76,078 $101,672
2020 $1,728 $175,928 $75,298 $100,630
2019 $1,697 $172,479 $73,822 $98,657
2018 $1,663 $169,098 $72,375 $96,723
2017 $1,629 $165,783 $70,956 $94,827
2016 $3,627 $362,127 $203,842 $158,285
2015 $3,572 $356,688 $200,780 $155,908
2014 $3,503 $349,701 $196,847 $152,854
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/23/2025 06/23/25 For Sale $1,149,000 +74.9% $741 / Sq Ft
11/25/2016 11/25/16 Sold $657,000 +1.1% $365 / Sq Ft
10/24/2016 10/24/16 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2016 09/24/16 For Sale $650,000 -- $361 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $657,000 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SB25141086

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 930-764-01