NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5524 Via la Mesa Unit A Laguna Woods, CA 92637

Estimated Value: $787,000 - $990,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,331 Sq Ft
$672/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold December 06, 2021

Last sale price $680,000 $511 Per Sq Ft

Est. 28% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,118/month

44 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • RV Parking in Community
  • End Unit
  • Senior Community
  • Clubhouse
  • Community Pool

About This Home

As of December 2021

This much sought after and rarely on the market Villa Franchesca model in the 55+ Community of Laguna Woods Village, is located on a cul-de-sac off of Avenida Soseiga on a corner lot with quick and easy access to Gate 9. This remodeled Manor has two equal sized Master Bedroom suites. This Manor has been fully remodeled with new flooring throughout, new smooth ceiling, new kitchen with soft closure doors and drawers, new stainless steel appliances, counter depth side by side stainless steel refrigerator, quartz counter tops, new fixtures, new recessed lighting, new ceiling fan, new bathroom mirrors, fixtures, lights, new paint, new dual pane windows and patio door sliders and new Heating and Air controls. The property features a large sized front patio and back patio. Enjoy the privacy of this home and the resort style living afforded by the numerous amenities of the Laguna Woods village with 7 clubhouses, 5 pools, 2 golf courses, tennis courses, free bus service, horse facilities, 2 fitness centers, and over 200 clubs and activities.

Last Listed By

Donna Blanchard

Donna Blanchard, Broker License #01522011 Listed on: 08/24/2021

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,131

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • 1 Common Wall

HOA Fees

  • $672 Monthly HOA Fees

Interior Spaces

  • 1,331 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 4
  • Tax Tract Number 7934
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93076415
  • $15 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • Senior Community
  • 12,736 Units
  • Third Laguna Hills Mutual Association, Phone Number (949) 597-4600
  • Laguna Woods HOA
  • Leisure World Subdivision
  • Maintained Community
  • RV Parking in Community
  • Foothills

Amenities

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

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Bocce Ball Court
  • Ping Pong Table
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pet Restriction

Security

  • Security Guard
  • Controlled Access

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,131

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$672 per month

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name Other: Leisure World (LW)
  • View: No
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 93076415
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1331.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall, End Unit
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 510.89
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: Association
  • Pool Private: No

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Paddle Tennis, Bocce Ball Court, Gym/Ex Room, Clubhouse, Billiard Room, Card Room, Banquet Facilities, Recreation Room, Meeting Room, Common RV Parking, Cable TV, Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Sewer, Water, Pet Rules, Pets Permitted, Call for Rules, Guard, Security, Controlled Access
  • Association Fee: 672.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Third Laguna Hills Mutual
  • Phone: 9495974600
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Sidewalks
  • Association Management: Laguna Woods

Schools

  • School District: Saddleback Valley Unified

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 12736
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 626.49
  • Tax Lot: 4
  • Tax Tract Number: 7934
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 15.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 24, 2021
Closed on
Oct 9, 2021
Sold by
Woodruff Kelly and The Woodruff Survivors Trust
Bought by
Ho Edward C and Ho Fanny P
Seller's Agent
Donna Blanchard
Donna Blanchard, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Mike Abedi
CENTURY 21 Affiliated
List Price
$699,900
Sold Price
$680,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-2.84%
Total Days on Market
44
Current Estimated Value
$870,944

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$190,944
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.20%
Original Mortgage
$544,000
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2018
Sold by
Woodruff Patricia Jane
Bought by
Woodruff Patricia J and The Woodruff Survivor Trusyt

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 2017
Sold by
Berg George
Bought by
Woodruff Patricia Jane

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 22, 2016
Closed on
Jul 22, 2016
Sold by
Berg George
Bought by
Woodruff Patricia Jane
Seller's Agent
Jan Leavitt
HomeSmart Realty West
Buyer's Agent
Joan Bannigan
Bullock Russell RE Services
List Price
$558,000
Sold Price
$553,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-0.9%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.00%
Original Mortgage
$442,400
Interest Rate
3.42%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2001
Sold by
Goldfarb Raymond M
Bought by
Goldfarb Raymond M and Raymond M & Annemarie Goldfarb Trust

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
Ho Edward C $680,000 Ticor Title Riverside
Woodruff Patricia J -- None Available
Woodruff Patricia Jane -- Orange Coast Title Company O
Woodruff Patricia Jane $553,000 Orange Coast Title Company
Goldfarb Raymond M -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Ho Edward C $544,000
Previous Owner Woodruff Patricia Jean $442,400
Previous Owner Woodruff Patricia Jane $442,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/06/2021 12/06/21 Sold $680,000 -2.8% $511 / Sq Ft
10/07/2021 10/07/21 Pending -- -- --
08/24/2021 08/24/21 For Sale $699,900 +26.6% $526 / Sq Ft
08/16/2016 08/16/16 Sold $553,000 -0.9% $415 / Sq Ft
07/05/2016 07/05/16 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2016 06/22/16 For Sale $558,000 -- $419 / 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
2024 $7,131 $707,472 $582,076 $125,396
2023 $6,967 $693,600 $570,662 $122,938
2022 $6,906 $680,000 $559,472 $120,528
2021 $5,955 $592,926 $478,290 $114,636
2020 $5,893 $586,847 $473,386 $113,461
2019 $5,791 $575,341 $464,104 $111,237
2018 $5,677 $564,060 $455,004 $109,056
2017 $5,635 $553,000 $446,082 $106,918
2016 $3,609 $360,325 $225,488 $134,837
2015 $3,554 $354,913 $222,101 $132,812
2014 $3,485 $347,961 $217,750 $130,211
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: SW21187800

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 930-764-15