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  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,474 Sq. Ft.
  • 3 Car Garage
  • Updated 14 hours ago

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21036 Kensington,Lake Forest, CA 92630

21036 KensingtonLake ForestCA92630

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    21036 Kensington,Lake Forest, CA 92630
    21036 KensingtonLake ForestCA92630
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Beautifully upgraded and thoughtfully designed, this exceptional home in the Upscale Community of Normandale Heights offers modern style and comfort on a pool-sized lot, in a premier location with no homes behind, backing to a sycamore tree-lined greenbelt with stunning Saddleback Mountain views-a rare and highly desirable setting. Inside, extensive renovations and high-quality improvements create a truly move-in-ready residence. As you enter this truly remarkable home, you'll notice the grand living and dining area with high vaulted ceilings accented with loads of windows. The heart of the house is the fully remodeled kitchen, featuring premium ceramic countertops, crisp shaker cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, and sleek modern finishes-ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. High-end plank flooring flows throughout the downstairs, staircase, and landing, providing a cohesive, contemporary aesthetic with durability and ease of maintenance. Designed with entertaining in mind, the custom-built-in bar showcases shaker cabinetry, a dual-zone climate-controlled wine refrigerator, and elegant floating walnut shelves-an impressive focal point for gatherings. A contemporary stacked-stone fireplace transformation further elevates the spacious family room, adding clean lines and modern sophistication. The spacious primary suite features a luxuriously updated bathroom with a tiled walk-in shower, contemporary flooring, and refreshed finishes. All bedrooms have been updated with premium carpeting and fresh interior paint, offering a bright, comfortable feel. Plantation shutters throughout the home add timeless style, privacy, and charm. Additional upgrades include a newer air conditioner and furnace, smart home enhancements such as a Google Nest thermostat, smart switches, and a Ring doorbell, upgraded baseboards, crown molding, recessed lighting, mirrored wardrobes, wainscoting, upgraded light fixtures, ceiling fans, PEX re-piping downstairs for long-term reliability, and a stylishly updated half bath. A 3-car garage provides ample storage and functionality. You'll love spending countless hours in the spacious backyard with a spa, fire pit, victory garden, utility shed, and a large covered patio, perfect for Al Fresco Dining. With over $150,000 in upgrades, generous living space, breathtaking views, and a peaceful greenbelt backdrop, this home offers the perfect blend of quality, comfort, and location-ready to be enjoyed for years to come.

Full Property Details for 21036 Kensington

General

  • Price: $1,594,900
  • HOA FEE: $112/month
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRMLS
  • MLS ID: OC25276446
  • Updated: 1/16/2026
  • Days on Market: 5 days
  • Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Up, Attic, Center Hall, Entry, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Interior Features: Bar, Block Walls, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Ceramic Counters, Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Wainscoting, Wired for Data, Wired for Sound
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Outside, Gas, Gas Starter, Firepit
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Breakfast Nook, In Living Room
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Icemaker, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Biking Trails, Hiking Trails
  • Pool Description: None
  • Spa Description: Private, Above-Ground, Heated

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Concrete, Covered, Open Patio, Wood

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking: Garage (Direct Access), Driveway, Concrete, Garage Faces Front, Garage (Three Doors), Garage Door Opener, Side-by-Side, Street

Location

  • County: Orange
  • Subdivision: Normandale Heights (NDH)
  • Driving Directions: see goggle maps
  • Direction Faces: West

School Information

  • School District: Saddleback Valley Unified
  • Elementary School: LAKFOR
  • Middle School: SERRAN
  • High School: ELTOR

Community

  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Hiking, Gutters, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban
  • Assoc. Name: Keystone

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction: Brick, Concrete, Drywall Walls, Stucco
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Concrete
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Windows: Blinds, Double-Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Screens
  • Doors: Double-Door Entry, Mirror Closet Door(s), Panel Doors, Sliding Doors
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Stories/Levels: Two
  • Stories Description: Two
  • Square Feet: 2,474
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Property Condition: Turnkey

Unit Information

  • Units in Complex: 149

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Features

  • Property View: City Lights, Hills, Mountain(s), Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1377
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,000
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Cul-de-Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Lawn, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers in Front, Sprinklers in Rear, Sprinklers on the Side, Sprinklers Timer, Yard
  • Fencing (Description): Block, Excellent Condition, Glass

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $644.66
  • Association Fee: $112
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
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Schools serving 21036 Kensington

School District:Saddleback Valley Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Lake Forest Elementary School
21801 Pittsford Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630
K-61 mi
Serrano Intermediate School
24642 Jeronimo Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630
7-82.8 mi
Trabuco Hills High School
27501 Mustang Run, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
9-120.5 mi
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Price & Sales History for 21036 Kensington Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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1/12/2026
Listed
$1,594,900
77.21%
MLS
1/30/2020
Sold
$900,000
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Tax History for 21036 Kensington

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$10,324
2%
$984,280
2%
2024
$10,138
2%
$964,981
2%
2023
$9,899
2%
$946,060
2%
2022
$9,723
2%
$927,510
2%
2021
$9,530
6%
$909,324
5%
2020
$9,015
2%
$865,945
2%
2019
$8,834
2%
$848,966
2%
2018
$8,667
2%
$832,320
2%
2017
$8,493
12%
$816,000
12%
2016
$7,610
1%
$730,526
2%
2015
$7,517
2%
$719,553
2%
2014
$7,354
6%
$705,458
5%
2013
$6,966
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$675,000
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21036 Kensington, Lake Forest, CA 92630 (MLS# OC25276446) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 21036 Kensington is currently listed for $1,594,900 and was received on January 12, 2026. This property is listed by Tim Morissette from our Newport Beach Office.Want to learn more about 21036 Kensington? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lake Forest? You can browse all Lake Forest real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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