NOT LISTED FOR SALE

968 N Big Sky Ln Orange, CA 92869

Estimated Value: $1,654,303 - $1,796,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,868 Sq Ft
$596/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 23, 2019

Last sale price $1,025,000 $357 Per Sq Ft

Est. 67% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,343/month

218 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Linda Vista Elementary School Rated A-
  • Property is near park and public transit
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of July 2019

Be welcomed home by relaxing zen-like water sounds as you enter the private gated courtyard. This luxurious Single Story home sits on a beautifully landscaped cul-de-sac street in one of the City’s most sought after developments. Rockhurst/Fontaine homes offer the best in quality and design. This award winning open floor plan is perfect for entertaining. The double doors invite your guests to a gorgeous formal living room with special lighting for that perfect piece of art. The fabulous high ceilings enhance the designer colors creating a lovely soft palate that dances on the walls. Enjoy formal dining, and creating memories, in the oversized dining room. The family room, located off the gourmet kitchen, is complete with a fireplace, & custom built-ins, for romantic evenings, or creating ambiance on those cool CA nights. Perfect for cuddling up with a good book, or your special someone. The family room helps conserve energy with remote controlled electronic blinds. Invite Gordon Ramsey over to create gastronomic masterpieces in the lovely gourmet kitchen, with center island; ready for any Master Chef. The expansive master wing is complete with walk-in closet, dual vanity, high ceilings and opens to the lush back yard; complete with new covered patio to enjoy alfresco dining. From the 3 car garage, enter the home through the enormous laundry room to find the separate guest wing with bath. The 4th bedroom, one of the Jack/Jill bedrooms, is currently being used as a den/office.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nancy DuShane-Bank

RE/MAX New Dimension License #01134869 Listed on: 10/29/2018

RE/MAX New Dimension

Last Buyer's Agent

Ari Mastorakis

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01373388

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 8,130 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Stucco Fence
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Sprinklers Throughout Yard
  • Private Yard
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard

HOA Fees

  • $80 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Two Garage Doors
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Up Slope from Street
  • Driveway Up Slope From Street
  • On-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Neighborhood
  • Courtyard

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Turnkey
  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,868 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Blinds
  • Double Door Entry
  • French Doors
  • Sliding Doors
  • Panel Doors
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Double Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Tile Countertops
  • Built-In Trash or Recycling Cabinet
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dressing Area
  • Mirrored Closets Doors
  • Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Makeup or Vanity Space
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Accessible Home Design

  • Doors swing in
  • Doors are 32 inches wide or more
  • No Interior Steps
  • Entry Slope Less Than 1 Foot

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment for Heating

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting

Location

  • Property is near park and public transit
  • Suburban Location

Schools

  • Linda Vista Elementary School
  • Santiago Middle School
  • El Modina High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Underground Utilities
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Sewer Paid
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Hewes In Orange Association, Phone Number (949) 833-2600
  • Maintained Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6
  • Tax Tract Number 15371
  • Assessor Parcel Number 37846127

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$80 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Maintained, Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Rockhurst (ROCH)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 37846127
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2868.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Tile Counters
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Accessibility Features: 32 Inch Or More Wide Doors, Doors - Swing In, Entry Slope Less Than 1 Foot, No Interior Steps
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: Double Door Entry, French Doors, Mirror Closet Door(s), Panel Doors, Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Area, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, In Kitchen
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 357.39
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Dressing Area, Formal Entry, Jack & Jill, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Suite, Office, Separate Family Room, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Bathroom Features: Shower, Shower In Tub, Double Sinks In Bath(s), Double Sinks In Master Bath, Exhaust Fan(s), Linen Closet/Storage, Separate Tub And Shower, Tile Counters, Vanity Area, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Built-In Trash/Recycling, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Tile Counters, Walk-In Pantry

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • View: Courtyard, Neighborhood
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block, Stucco Wall
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Covered, Patio, Patio Open, Front Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Concrete, Tile
  • Spa: No
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Concrete, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener, Side by Side, Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Electric: Electricity - On Property
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside, Washer Hookup
  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Paid
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air, Energy Star Qualified Equipment
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Maintenance Grounds
  • Association Fee: 80.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Hewes in Orange
  • Phone: 949-833-2600
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban

Schools

  • Elementary School: Linda Vista
  • High School: El Modina
  • Middle Or Junior School: Santiago
  • Elementary School #2: LINVIS
  • High School2: ELMOD

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Lot 6500-9999, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers Timer, Up Slope from Street, Walkstreet, Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8130.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1866

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 8130.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 99
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 219.13
  • Tax Lot: 6
  • Tax Tract: Rockhurst/Fontaine
  • Tax Tract Number: 15371

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 29, 2018
Closed on
Jun 7, 2019
Sold by
Stewart Robert J and Stewart Joan L
Bought by
Luciene John Merle and Luciene Georgia Ann
Seller's Agent
Nancy DuShane-Bank
RE/MAX New Dimension
Buyer's Agent
Ari Mastorakis
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,089,800
Sold Price
$1,025,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$64,800
-5.95%
Current Estimated Value
$1,710,576

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$685,576
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.18%
Original Mortgage
$317,750
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2013
Sold by
Stewart Robert J and Stewart Joan L
Bought by
Stewart Robert J and Stewart Joan L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$290,000
Interest Rate
3.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 23, 2009
Sold by
Stewart Robert J and Stewart Joan L
Bought by
Stewart Robert J and Stewart Joan L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 13, 1998
Sold by
Rockhurst Fontaine Ltd Partnership
Bought by
Stewart Robert Joseph and Stewart Joan Lavonne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$293,000
Interest Rate
6.42%
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
Luciene John Merle $1,025,000 First American Title Company
Stewart Robert J -- Lawyers Title San Diego
Stewart Robert J -- Lawyers Title San Diego
Stewart Robert J -- None Available
Stewart Robert Joseph $429,000 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Luciene John Merle $317,750
Previous Owner Stewart Robert J $290,000
Previous Owner Stewart Robert Joseph $293,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/23/2019 07/23/19 Sold $1,025,000 -3.8% $357 / Sq Ft
06/04/2019 06/04/19 Pending -- -- --
04/26/2019 04/26/19 Price Changed $1,065,000 -2.3% $371 / Sq Ft
01/05/2019 01/05/19 For Sale $1,089,800 +6.3% $380 / Sq Ft
01/02/2019 01/02/19 Off Market $1,025,000 -- --
10/29/2018 10/29/18 For Sale $1,089,800 -- $380 / 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 $4,348 $381,636 $74,269 $307,367
2024 $4,348 $374,153 $72,812 $301,341
2023 $4,250 $366,817 $71,384 $295,433
2022 $4,166 $359,625 $69,984 $289,641
2021 $4,053 $352,574 $68,612 $283,962
2020 $3,634 $312,537 $67,909 $244,628
2019 $6,643 $602,896 $261,275 $341,621
2018 $6,540 $591,075 $256,152 $334,923
2017 $6,267 $579,486 $251,130 $328,356
2016 $6,145 $568,124 $246,206 $321,918
2015 $6,055 $559,591 $242,508 $317,083
2014 $5,924 $548,630 $237,758 $310,872
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PW18259359

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 378-461-27