NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,551,000 - $1,662,542

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,594 Sq Ft
$621/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 31, 2023

Last sale price $1,375,000 $530 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,002/month

51 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • City Lights View
  • Open Floorplan
  • Truman Benedict Elementary School Rated A
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

As of October 2023

Welcome to 5617 Costa Maritima, a well-appointed residence nestled in the country-coastal neighborhood of Forster Highlands. This stunning two-story home offers a perfect blend of modern design and coastal charm, providing an exceptional living experience for its fortunate residents.

As you approach the property, you are greeted by a landscaped front yard with lush greenery and a graceful pathway leading to the front door. The stylish exterior features a blend of stone accents and freshly painted exterior.

Upon entering, you will be captivated by the open-concept layout that seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas. The living room is open to the dining area complete with built in cabinetry.

The newly remodeled gourmet kitchen is a chef's delight, with Quartz Slab counters, new soft close cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, pantry, and a large center island. Whether you are hosting a grand dinner party or enjoying a casual meal with family, this kitchen provides all the amenities you need.

The house offers three bedrooms, including a magnificent master suite located on the upper level. The master bedroom is a true retreat with a private balcony overlooking the neighborhood, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite bathroom featuring a luxurious soaking tub, a spacious walk-in shower, and convenient dual vanities. Additional features of the home include an upstairs loft or fourth bedroom option. The third car garage, which is separate from the two-car garage can function as additional living space or private home office. Other highlights to the home include, newer luxury vinyl plank flooring downstairs, interior painted in 2020, window coverings throughout, and convenient upstairs laundry room with sink.

Outside, the backyard is a private oasis, featuring a built-in barbecue with an entertaining island. This space is perfect for hosting gatherings, relaxing under the sun, or unwinding in the evenings with friends and family.

The Forster Highlands Community offers cool ocean breezes, a resort style clubhouse, community pool, Jacuzzi’s, and a tot lot. The neighborhood is surrounded by rolling hills, greenbelts, parks, tennis courts, and hiking trails. Walking distance to award winning elementary and junior high schools. No Mello Roos. Welcome Home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sandy Marquez

Re/Max Coastal Homes License #01181253 Listed on: 08/11/2023

Re/Max Coastal Homes

Last Buyer's Agent

Shelly Reyland

Re/Max Coastal Homes License #01401259

Re/Max Coastal Homes

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2001 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 4,754 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System
  • Private Yard
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard

HOA Fees

  • $233 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Woods
  • Canyon
  • Hills
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey
  • Planned Development
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,594 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Blinds
  • Entryway
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Loft

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Gas Oven
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Mirrored Closets Doors
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Private Water Closet
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom
  • Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool
  • Heated Spa
  • In Ground Spa
  • Gunite Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Rain Gutters
  • Front Porch

Location

  • Property is near clubhouse

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Heating
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 32
  • Tax Tract Number 15864
  • Assessor Parcel Number 67812132

Community Details

Overview

  • Forster Highlands Association, Phone Number (949) 716-3998
  • Powerstone HOA
  • Ridgemore Subdivision
  • Maintained Community

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2001 | Remodeled

Lot Details

4,754 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$233 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System
  • Subdivision Name Other: Ridgemore (RIDG)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 67812132
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2594.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: Mirror Closet Door(s)
  • Eating Area: Area, Dining Room, In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 530.07
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up, Entry, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Loft, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Spa Features: Association, Community, Gunite, Heated, In Ground
  • Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Closet In Bathroom, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Exhaust Fan(s), Linen Closet/Storage, Privacy Toilet Door, Separate Tub And Shower, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-Closing Cabinet Doors, Self-Closing Drawers, Walk-In Pantry

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Slab
  • View: Canyon, City Lights, Hills, Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wrought Iron
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Patio, Front Porch
  • Pool Features: Association, Community, Gunite, Heated, In Ground
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Concrete, Tile
  • Spa: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Concrete, Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Barbecue, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Individual Room, Upper Level, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Barbecue, Playground, Biking Trails, Hiking Trails, Clubhouse, Maintenance Grounds
  • Association Fee: 233.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Forster Highlands
  • Phone: 9497163998
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Planned Development
  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Hiking, Gutters, Sidewalks, Storm Drains
  • 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

  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Purchase: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Sprinkler System, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4754.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1091

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 4754.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 32
  • Tax Tract Number: 15864

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 11, 2023
Closed on
Oct 2, 2023
Sold by
Joseph E Thomas And Masae Thomas Trust
Bought by
Covington Michael Jon and Browne Jennifer Shannon
Seller's Agent
Sandy Marquez
Re/Max Coastal Homes
Buyer's Agent
Shelly Reyland
Re/Max Coastal Homes
List Price
$1,499,000
Sold Price
$1,375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$124,000
-8.27%
Views
144
Current Estimated Value
$1,610,636

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$235,636
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.78%
Original Mortgage
$1,025,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,005,071
Interest Rate
7.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$605,565

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 2011
Sold by
Thomas Joseph E and Thomas Masae
Bought by
Thomas Joseph E and Thomas Masae

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$145,793
Interest Rate
4.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2003
Sold by
Thomas Joseph E and Thomas Masae
Bought by
Thomas Joseph E and Thomas Masae

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 7, 2003
Sold by
Thomas Joseph E and Thomas Masae
Bought by
Thomas Joseph E and Thomas Masae

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$163,000
Interest Rate
5.76%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2001
Sold by
Kb Home Coastal Inc
Bought by
Thomas Joseph E and Thomas Masae

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
6.89%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Covington Michael Jon $1,375,000 First American Title
Thomas Joseph E -- Accommodation
Thomas Joseph E -- Lsi
Thomas Joseph E -- --
Thomas Joseph E -- First Southwestern Title Co
Thomas Joseph E $413,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Covington Michael Jon $1,025,000
Previous Owner Thomas Joseph E $145,793
Previous Owner Thomas Joseph E $163,000
Previous Owner Thomas Joseph E $160,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/31/2023 10/31/23 Sold $1,375,000 -1.7% $530 / Sq Ft
10/01/2023 10/01/23 Pending -- -- --
09/19/2023 09/19/23 Price Changed $1,399,000 -3.5% $539 / Sq Ft
08/31/2023 08/31/23 Price Changed $1,450,000 -3.3% $559 / Sq Ft
08/11/2023 08/11/23 For Sale $1,499,000 -- $578 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $14,648 $1,402,500 $988,707 $413,793
2024 $14,648 $1,375,000 $969,320 $405,680
2023 $2,404 $171,741 $54,293 $117,448
2022 $2,369 $168,374 $53,228 $115,146
2021 $2,337 $165,073 $52,184 $112,889
2020 $2,321 $163,381 $51,649 $111,732
2019 $2,289 $160,178 $50,636 $109,542
2018 $2,261 $157,038 $49,643 $107,395
2017 $2,244 $153,959 $48,669 $105,290
2016 $2,197 $150,941 $47,715 $103,226
2015 $2,318 $148,674 $46,998 $101,676
2014 $2,288 $145,762 $46,077 $99,685
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC23148757

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 678-121-32

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