NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5521 Via la Mesa Unit B Laguna Woods, CA 92637

Estimated Value: $1,007,000 - $1,134,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,600 Sq Ft
$672/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold June 15, 2021

Last sale price $835,000 $522 Per Sq Ft

Est. 29% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,090/month

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Community Stables
  • Gated with Attendant
  • No Units Above

About This Home

As of June 2021

Remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath “EL PRADO” in lovely section of Laguna Woods far from noisy highways & busy roads. Gorgeous curb appeal w/palms & birds of paradise. Tropical landscaping continues in front courtyard w/fruit trees & other colorful plants. Side patio w/attractive stone flooring & electric powered shade ideal for outdoor social gatherings or private outdoor dining/entertaining. Home hooked up to gas line–extremely rare in Laguna Woods. Kitchen opens up to living room/dining area creating huge common area easily accommodating large furnishings. Kitchen features granite counters, stainless steel appliances, ample cabinet storage & island w/add’l storage & casual seating for 3. Kitchen window looks onto the attractive front courtyard. Beautiful view from living room & rear patio of expansive greenbelt. Rear patio w/enclosed w/skylights, tile flooring, ceiling fans & many windows boasts panoramic greenbelt view. Master bedroom suite w/lots of closet space w/mirrored sliding doors & separate entrance to rear patio. Master bath w/dual sinks & walk-in shower w/grab bar & accessory shelf. Amenities incl. tile flooring (except carpeting in 2 bedrooms), fireplace w/gas starter, smooth ceilings, crown molding, dual-pane windows, ceiling fans & skylights. Garage has epoxy flooring, lots of storage, work desk & washer/dryer. Room in driveway for 2 additional vehicles. [Note: Original plans for the El Prado show sq. ft. of 1389. Enclosed patio adds approx. 200 add'l sq. ft.]

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Framan

Century 21 Rainbow Realty License #01482033 Listed on: 03/24/2021

Century 21 Rainbow Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Im Sook Lee

Village Real Estate Services License #01889300

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1980 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • No Units Above
  • No Units Located Below
  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Landscaped

HOA Fees

  • $672 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Single Garage Door
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Permit Required

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Woods
  • Neighborhood
  • Courtyard

Interior Spaces

  • 1,600 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Blinds
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • L-Shaped Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Convection Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Mirrored Closets Doors
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Accessible Home Design

  • Grab Bar In Bathroom
  • No Interior Steps

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4
  • Tax Tract Number 7934
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93076404

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • 13,000 Units
  • Third Mutual Association, Phone Number (949) 597-4600
  • Vms HOA
  • Leisure World Subdivision, El Prado Floorplan
  • Maintained Community
  • RV Parking in Community
  • Greenbelt

Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Banquet Facilities
  • Billiard Room
  • Meeting Room
  • Card Room
  • Recreation Room

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Bocce Ball Court
  • Ping Pong Table
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Community Stables
  • Horse Trails

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Gated with Attendant
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Controlled Access
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1980 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$672 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Triplex
  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: refrigerator, washer, dryer
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Security: Gated with Attendant, Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Leisure World (LW)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 93076404
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1600.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Granite Counters, Recessed Lighting
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls, No One Above, No One Below
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Accessibility Features: Grab Bars In Bathroom(s), No Interior Steps
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Mirror Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Ell
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas Starter
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 521.88
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Master Suite
  • Spa Features: Association
  • Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Skylight(s)
  • Bathroom Features: Low Flow Toilet(s), Shower, Shower In Tub, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Remodeled, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • View: Courtyard, Neighborhood, Panoramic, Trees/Woods
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Patio
  • Pool Features: Association
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener, Permit Required
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage, 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, Golf Course, Tennis Court(s), Paddle Tennis, Bocce Ball Court, Horse Trails, Gym/Ex Room, Clubhouse, Billiard Room, Card Room, Banquet Facilities, Recreation Room, Meeting Room, Common RV Parking, Cable TV, Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Sewer, Water, Pets Permitted, Management, Security, Controlled Access
  • Association Fee: 672.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Third Mutual
  • Phone: 949-597-4600
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Curbs, Golf, Gutters, Horse Trails, Stable(s), Sidewalks
  • Association Management: VMS

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Greenbelt, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1600.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0367
  • Latitude Manual: 33.60077300

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 1600.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 13000
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 4
  • Tax Tract Number: 7934

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 24, 2021
Closed on
May 4, 2021
Sold by
Kim Yong Jae and Kim Tae Ja
Bought by
Kim Tack and Kim Young Ja
Seller's Agent
Chris Framan
Century 21 Rainbow Realty
Buyer's Agent
Im Sook Lee
Village Real Estate Services
List Price
$839,900
Sold Price
$835,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-0.58%
Current Estimated Value
$1,079,295

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$244,295
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.84%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 5, 2018
Closed on
Apr 17, 2018
Sold by
Harris David William and Harris Della Dillon
Bought by
Kim Young Jae and Kim Tae Ja
Seller's Agent
Stanley Kerlick
Laguna Premier Realty Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Sandra Smith
Century 21 Rainbow Realty
List Price
$819,900
Sold Price
$799,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-2.44%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2013
Sold by
Harris David W and Harris Della Dillon
Bought by
Harris David William and Harris Della Dillon

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2012
Closed on
Aug 7, 2012
Sold by
Barnathan Phyllis M
Bought by
Harris David W and Harris Della Dillon
Seller's Agent
Karyn Sontag
KMS Properties
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Larkin
Laguna Premier Realty Inc.
List Price
$472,500
Sold Price
$460,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,500
-2.65%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.64%
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
3.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2001
Sold by
Barnathan Morris and Barnathan Phyllis
Bought by
Barnathan Morris and Barnathan Phyllis M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 16, 2000
Sold by
Gilbert Orrin W and Gilbert Jean L
Bought by
Barnathan Morris and Barnathan Phyllis

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 1997
Sold by
Gilbert Orrin W and Gilbert Jean L
Bought by
Gilbert Orrin W and Gilbert Jean L
Source: Public Records

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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
Kim Tack $835,000 North American Title Company
Kim Young Jae $800,000 Lawyers Title Co
Harris David William -- None Available
Harris David W $460,000 None Available
Barnathan Morris -- --
Barnathan Morris $315,000 North American Title Co
Gilbert Orrin W -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Harris David W $250,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/15/2021 06/15/21 Sold $835,000 -0.6% $522 / Sq Ft
03/24/2021 03/24/21 For Sale $839,900 +5.0% $525 / Sq Ft
05/17/2018 05/17/18 Sold $799,900 0.0% $500 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/11/2018 04/11/18 Pending -- -- --
03/31/2018 03/31/18 Price Changed $799,900 -2.4% $500 / Sq Ft
02/05/2018 02/05/18 For Sale $819,900 +78.2% $512 / Sq Ft
09/18/2012 09/18/12 Sold $460,000 -2.6% $333 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/04/2012 08/04/12 Pending -- -- --
06/27/2012 06/27/12 For Sale $472,500 -- $342 / 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 $8,946 $903,830 $761,614 $142,216
2024 $8,946 $886,108 $746,680 $139,428
2023 $8,739 $868,734 $732,039 $136,695
2022 $8,574 $851,700 $717,685 $134,015
2021 $8,539 $840,836 $708,624 $132,212
2020 $8,451 $832,215 $701,358 $130,857
2019 $8,306 $815,898 $687,606 $128,292
2018 $5,004 $497,838 $376,498 $121,340
2017 $4,904 $488,077 $369,116 $118,961
2016 $4,811 $478,507 $361,878 $116,629
2015 $4,739 $471,320 $356,442 $114,878
2014 $4,647 $462,088 $349,460 $112,628
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC21057425

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 930-764-04