$1,600,000
SOLD SEP 25, 2024
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,517 Sq Ft
3,748 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$636 Per Sq Ft

8% Above List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Built-In Features
  • Paularino Elementary School Rated A-
  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4-minute walk to Shiffer Park

About This Home

As of September 2024

Beautifully maintained spacious 5 bedroom 3 bath home in the gated community of "Lifestyles". This warm 2,517 square foot family home offers a pride of ownership and casual elegance throughout. Tons of natural light pervasively adds to this inviting atmosphere. From the moment you turn onto the interior cul-de-sac of Megan Court you are impressed with the stateliness of this home. Once inside you enter into the Living Room which is in in the center of the home. The living area includes a beautiful tile fireplace with granite accents. Perfect for entertaining family and friends, or maybe you just want to cozy up with a good book! From the living space you enter into your dining room to enjoy your meals that were created in your chef’s kitchen. Another delightful area for family and friends. Also on the main level is the spacious Primary Suite brightened by an expansive window wall
allowing for plenty of light, a luxurious bath and a walk-in closet- a perfect retreat at the end of the day. Then, on the lower level, you enter into your spacious family room an expansive area framed by views of a luxurious outside garden. This level is where you will find an additional 3 bedrooms which includes a Jack and Jill bath and the laundry room. The downstairs level has been converted into a mother in-law suite as you have direct access to this space from the garage. From this lower level you enter the beautiful backyard with Endicott hardscape pony walls framing
the entire backyard space. Features include a decorative water fountain, beautiful roses and foliage that attract delicate butterflies making this the perfect spot to enjoy some rest and relaxation. A must see. And if this isn't enough...this home offers "PAID SOLAR and new Anlin double pane replacement windows and outdoor slider"!! This community is seldom on the market. Schedule your showing today. Close to all major freeways, John Wayne Airport and world famous South Coast Plaza with all the great shopping and fabulous dining.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kimberlee Drake

Compass Brokerage Phone: 949-500-7108 License #01068050 Listed on: 08/23/2024

Compass

Co-Listed By

Kevin Ellstrom

GUARDIAN REALTY SERVICES INC Brokerage Phone: 949-500-7108 License #01179921

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian Gonzales

Golden Sails Realty License #01940379

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,437

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 3,748 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

HOA Fees

  • $130 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Planned Development

Interior Spaces

  • 2,517 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Schools

  • Paularino Elementary School
  • Costa Mesa High School

Additional Features

  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 63
  • Tax Tract Number 15211
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14151347
  • $918 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • Lifestyle Association, Phone Number (562) 402-1171
  • Lifestyle HOA
  • Life Style Subdivision

Amenities

  • Picnic Area

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Park
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,437

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$130 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: Life Style (LIFE)
  • View: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 14151347
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2517.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Accessibility Features: 2+ Access Exits
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 635.68
  • Room Type: Family Room, Formal Entry, Jack & Jill, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Exhaust Fan(s)

Exterior Features

  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Picnic Area, Playground
  • Association Fee: 130.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Lifestyle
  • Phone: 562 402-1171
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Planned Development
  • Community Features: Biking, Park, Street Lights
  • Association Management: Lifestyle HOA

Schools

  • School District: Newport Mesa Unified
  • Elementary School: Paularino
  • High School: Costa Mesa
  • Elementary School: Paularino
  • High School: Costa Mesa
  • Elementary School #2: PAULAR
  • High School2: COSMES

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3748.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0860

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 3748.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 639.08
  • Tax Lot: 63
  • Tax Tract Number: 15211
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 918.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 23, 2024
Closed on
Sep 10, 2024
Sold by
Ennis Family Trust and Ennis James John
Bought by
Rowlands Daniel T
Seller's Agent
Kimberlee Drake
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Brian Gonzales
Golden Sails Realty
List Price
$1,479,000
Sold Price
$1,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
$121,000
8.18%
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$1,639,813

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$39,813
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.76%
Original Mortgage
$1,280,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,271,751
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$354,658

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2018
Sold by
Ennis James John and Ennis Linda Denise
Bought by
Ennis James John and Ennis Linda Denise

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 1997
Sold by
Ennis James J and Ennis Linda D
Bought by
Polygon South Coast Associates Lp

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 1996
Sold by
Polygon South Coast Associates Lp
Bought by
Ennis James J and Ennis Linda D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$298,000
Interest Rate
7.46%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,600,000 Wfg National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed -- First American Title Ins Co
Grant Deed $334,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,280,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $350,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $304,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $311,900 No Value Available
Previous Owner $191,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $417,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $270,443 New Conventional
Previous Owner $378,915 Unknown
Previous Owner $225,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $322,700 Unknown
Previous Owner $50,000 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $375,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $100,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $0 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $298,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/25/2024 09/25/24 Sold $1,600,000 +8.2% $636 / Sq Ft
08/30/2024 08/30/24 Pending -- -- --
08/23/2024 08/23/24 For Sale $1,479,000 -- $588 / 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 $6,437 $1,600,000 $1,248,223 $351,777
2024 $6,437 $522,670 $148,719 $373,951
2023 $6,216 $512,422 $145,803 $366,619
2022 $6,002 $502,375 $142,944 $359,431
2021 $5,821 $492,525 $140,141 $352,384
2020 $5,750 $487,475 $138,704 $348,771
2019 $5,627 $477,917 $135,984 $341,933
2018 $5,513 $468,547 $133,318 $335,229
2017 $5,421 $459,360 $130,704 $328,656
2016 $5,306 $450,353 $128,141 $322,212
2015 $5,254 $443,589 $126,216 $317,373
2014 $5,135 $434,900 $123,743 $311,157
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: NP24173256

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 141-513-47