$1,150,000
SOLD FEB 28, 2023
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,941 Sq Ft
4,202 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$592 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

80 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Truman Benedict Elementary School Rated A
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of February 2023

Price improvement and kitchen refreshed! The lowest priced detached SFR in all of San Clemente. Don’t miss this meticulously maintained 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bath home with approx. 1,941 sq. ft. loaded with many upgrades! Located in the highly desirable Ashton neighborhood within the very popular community of Forster Highlands. This fantastic home with an incredibly charming exterior, features a great open-concept floor plan offering fluidity from room to room, and includes a large living room and an additional family room area with a modern fireplace. The bright spacious kitchen, offers plenty of granite countertop space, with newly painted white cabinets and new modern hardware, ample storage, high-end stainless steel appliances, large eat in dining area and a built in desk. The bright primary suite includes a large walk in closet and the generously sized secondary bedrooms share a jack and jill bathroom with a newer vanity and designer backsplash. All upstairs rooms are joined by an open hallway with architectural cut outs allowing lots of natural lighting and views of the main floor living area. Other recent upgrades include luxury vinyl planking throughout, custom shaker baseboards and crown molding, window casings, plantation shutters, ceiling fans, a newer energy efficient HVAC system (newer furnace and AC unit) with premium air quality filtration and all new air ducting, whole house water filtration and water-softening system, a reverse osmosis, alkaline drinking water filtration system and more…. The backyard is very private and super low maintenance with a grassy area and a selection of easy to maintain plants and two large side yards. There is plenty of space for gathering, relaxing, and BBQing. The two car garage includes convenient overhead storage. This fabulous home is in close proximity to the award winning schools of Truman Benedict / Bernice Ayers and is very close to community amenities. The Forster Highlands community includes an Olympic sized pool, 2 spas, kiddie pool, clubhouse and tot lot. The surrounding neighborhood features tons of hiking / biking trails, parks and tennis courts. San Clemente offers World famous beaches, Avenida Del Mar with all of the shops and restaurants, the outlets at San Clemente and amazing year round weather. Built in 2001 with no mello roos.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Walker

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01425531 Listed on: 11/15/2022

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Carlos Hernandez

Re/Max Coastal Homes License #01430223

Re/Max Coastal Homes

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,605

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 4,202 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard

HOA Fees

  • $230 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Single Garage Door
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Turnkey
  • Planned Development
  • Slab Foundation
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Roof
  • Pre-Cast Concrete Construction
  • Copper Plumbing
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,941 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Laminate Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Double Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas and Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub
  • Separate Shower
  • Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on upper level
  • Gas And Electric Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Front Porch

Location

  • Property is near a clubhouse
  • Property is near a park

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • High-Efficiency Water Heater
  • Water Purifier
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 18
  • Tax Tract Number 15863
  • Assessor Parcel Number 67808109
  • $739 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

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

Recreation

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

Additional Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,605

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$230 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System, Fire Sprinkler System
  • Subdivision Name Other: Ashton (ASHT)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 67808109
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1941.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Copper Plumbing Full, Crown Molding, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Two Story Ceilings
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Eating Area: Area, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, In Kitchen, In Living Room
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 592.48
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up, Family Room, Jack & Jill, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Master Suite, Walk-In Closet
  • Spa Features: Community
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters
  • Bathroom Features: Shower, Closet In Bathroom, Double Sinks In Bath(s), Double Sinks In Master Bath, Separate Tub And Shower, Soaking Tub
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • View: Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Patio, Front Porch
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Concrete, Tile
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Drywall Walls, Glass, Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Number Remotes: 2
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Concrete, Garage, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener, Private
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Double Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Disposal, Gas & Electric Range, High Efficiency Water Heater, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Purifier
  • Electric: Standard
  • Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Upper Level
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air, Energy Star Qualified Equipment
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Playground, Clubhouse, Maintenance Grounds, Call for Rules, Management
  • 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: Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Hiking, Gutters, Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Management: Powerstone

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: Back Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Level, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers Timer, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4202.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0965

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 4202.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 144
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 421.12
  • Tax Lot: 18
  • Tax Tract Number: 15863
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 739.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 15, 2022
Closed on
Feb 6, 2023
Sold by
Kevin And Debbie Hill Family Trust
Bought by
Yoder Rebekah and Yoder Karsten
Seller's Agent
Chris Walker
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Carlos Hernandez
Re/Max Coastal Homes
List Price
$1,255,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$105,000
-8.37%
Views
77

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.71%
Original Mortgage
$1,035,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,002,526
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$391,269

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 2022
Sold by
Hill Kevin Philip and Hill Debbie Veronica
Bought by
Kevin And Debbie Hill Family Trust and Hill

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 10, 2021
Closed on
Dec 14, 2021
Sold by
Long Linda Marie
Bought by
Hill Kevin Philip and Hill Debbie Veronica
Seller's Agent
Sandy Marquez
Re/Max Coastal Homes
Buyer's Agent
Sandy Marquez
Re/Max Coastal Homes
List Price
$1,175,000
Sold Price
$1,175,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.62%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 25, 2018
Closed on
Jan 15, 2019
Sold by
Antonio Christopher L and Franco Sarah B
Bought by
Long Linda Marie
Seller's Agent
Sandy Marquez
Re/Max Coastal Homes
Buyer's Agent
Scott Pflaster
Keller Williams OC Coastal Realty
List Price
$775,000
Sold Price
$743,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$32,000
-4.13%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.51%
Original Mortgage
$594,400
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2007
Sold by
South Point Inc
Bought by
Antonio Christopher L and Antonio Sarah E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
6.42%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 2007
Sold by
Allen Shirlena
Bought by
Merrill Lynch Mortgage Lending Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 26, 2005
Sold by
Lt Financial Services
Bought by
Allen Shirlena

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$608,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2005
Sold by
Wilson Anita
Bought by
Lt Financial Services

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 4, 2005
Sold by
Wilson Emanuel
Bought by
Wilson Anita

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2004
Sold by
Dejoie James Irwin
Bought by
Wilson Anita

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 12, 2001
Sold by
Dejoie Latonya
Bought by
Dejoie James Irwin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$299,992
Interest Rate
7.21%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,150,000 First American Title
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $1,175,000 First Amer Ttl Co Res Div
Grant Deed $743,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $641,000 Lsi Title
Quit Claim Deed -- Lsi Title
Trustee Deed $645,969 Lsi Title
Grant Deed $760,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $760,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $700,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $375,500 Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,035,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $594,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $417,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $608,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $560,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $299,992 No Value Available
Closed $74,998 No Value Available
Closed $140,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/11/2025 09/11/25 Pending -- -- --
08/15/2025 08/15/25 For Sale $1,399,000 +21.7% $721 / Sq Ft
02/28/2023 02/28/23 Sold $1,150,000 -4.1% $592 / Sq Ft
01/23/2023 01/23/23 Price Changed $1,199,000 -4.5% $618 / Sq Ft
12/29/2022 12/29/22 Price Changed $1,255,000 0.0% $647 / Sq Ft
12/29/2022 12/29/22 For Sale $1,255,000 +9.1% $647 / Sq Ft
12/20/2022 12/20/22 Off Market $1,150,000 -- --
11/15/2022 11/15/22 For Sale $1,299,000 +10.6% $669 / Sq Ft
12/22/2021 12/22/21 Sold $1,175,000 0.0% $605 / Sq Ft
12/12/2021 12/12/21 Pending -- -- --
12/10/2021 12/10/21 For Sale $1,175,000 +58.1% $605 / Sq Ft
02/19/2019 02/19/19 Sold $743,000 -0.9% $383 / Sq Ft
01/07/2019 01/07/19 Price Changed $750,000 -3.2% $386 / Sq Ft
10/25/2018 10/25/18 For Sale $775,000 -- $399 / 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 $12,605 $1,196,460 $931,030 $265,430
2024 $12,605 $1,173,000 $912,774 $260,226
2023 $12,773 $1,198,500 $967,538 $230,962
2022 $12,610 $1,175,000 $948,566 $226,434
2021 $8,408 $765,711 $530,266 $235,445
2020 $8,332 $757,860 $524,829 $233,031
2019 $8,300 $754,771 $487,988 $266,783
2018 $8,157 $739,972 $478,420 $261,552
2017 $8,009 $725,463 $469,039 $256,424
2016 $7,867 $711,239 $459,842 $251,397
2015 $7,902 $700,556 $452,935 $247,621
2014 $7,481 $658,627 $432,055 $226,572
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC22238807

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 678-081-09