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$1,435,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,992 Sq. Ft.
  • 3 Car Garage
  • Updated 1 day ago

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21281 Calle Recreo,Lake Forest, CA 92630

21281 Calle RecreoLake ForestCA92630

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Welcome to exceptional single-story living in this beautifully upgraded 4-bedroom, 2-bath home, offering 1,992 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space and a spacious 3-car garage. Ideally situated on a prime cul-de-sac in Serrano Park-one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods-this home blends comfort, style, and functionality with an impressive list of upgrades. Inside, you'll find beautiful wood flooring, plantation shutters throughout, remodeled bathrooms, vinyl double pane windows, a whole-house fan, ceiling fans in every bedroom and 1 in the living room, Smart Home features, re-piped with copper, a HOUSEPURE Classic Plus Water Filtration System, tankless water heater, and convenient pull-down stairs providing access to two separate attic storage areas, just to name a few of the many home enhancements. The remodeled kitchen is a true standout, featuring custom cabinetry with soft-close doors and soft-close drawers, pull-out shelving, a walk-in pantry, butcher block island, and a great selection of high-end stainless-steel appliances, including a Bertazzoni 6-burner gas cooktop, Bosch convection oven and dishwasher, Insinkerator hot and cold water dispenser, and a KOBE range hood exhaust to outside. Perfect for preparing meals and entertaining family and friends. The beautifully designed outdoor spaces are equally impressive, featuring eco-conscious synthetic turf, extensive paver hardscape in both the front and with backyard up and down lighting, a putting green, nine mature fruit trees, and a Weber gas BBQ-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Paid-for solar panels add energy efficiency and long-term value. Residents of Serrano Park enjoy an exceptional array of community amenities, including two swimming pools, a spa/hot tub, a clubhouse/meeting room, four tennis courts, a sand volleyball court, two playgrounds/tot lots, plus greenbelts, walking paths, and open spaces. All of this is offered with a low monthly HOA of just $150, a low tax rate, and no Mello-Roos. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, highly regarded schools, major freeways, and the Irvine Spectrum, this exceptional Serrano Park home offers the ideal combination of an upgraded interior, versatile outdoor living, resort-style community amenities, and an unbeatable location. A thoughtfully improved home in a fantastic Serrano Park setting-ready to be enjoyed for years to come.This is a home you won't want to miss!

Full Property Details for 21281 Calle Recreo

General

  • Price: $1,435,000
  • HOA FEE: $150/month
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRMLS
  • MLS ID: OC26164389
  • Updated: 8/10/2026
  • Days on Market: 12 days
  • Added to Site: 12 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Suite, Laundry, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Living Room, Walk-In Pantry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Great Room, Entry, All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen
  • Interior Features: Quartz Counters, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Pull-Down Stairs to Attic, Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room
  • Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, Family Kitchen, Dining Room
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Convection Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Instant Hot Water, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Dishwasher
  • Flooring: Tile, Bamboo, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Inside, Individual Room, Washer Included, Dryer Included

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Sport Court, Playground, Tennis Court(s), Pool, Meeting Room, Barbecue, Outdoor Cooking Area, Spa/Hot Tub, Picnic Area, Other Courts
  • Pool Description: Association, Community
  • Spa Description: Association, Community

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: Covered, Front Porch, Patio

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking: Garage (Direct Access), Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage (Two Doors)

Location

  • County: Orange
  • Subdivision: Serrano Park III (SP3)
  • Driving Directions: From Tranquilo, left on Paseo Vendaval, then left on Calle Recreo, and 21281 is on the right

School Information

  • School District: Saddleback Valley Unified
  • Elementary School: RANCAN
  • Middle School: SERINT
  • High School: ELTOR

Community

  • Community Features: Curbs, Hiking, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Suburban, Park
  • Assoc. Name: Keystone Mgmt

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Whole House Fan, Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Structure Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction: Stucco
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Windows: Double-Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Casement Windows, Screens
  • Doors: Sliding Doors, Double-Door Entry
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Stories Description: One
  • Square Feet: 1,992
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Lot Features

  • Property View: None
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.154
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 6,710
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Description: Cul-de-Sac, Lot 6500-9999, Landscaped, Level, Park Nearby, Front Yard, Back Yard, Lawn, Yard
  • Fencing (Description): Stucco Wall

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $720.38
  • Association Fee: $150
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Inclusions: Potted plants in front, BBQ, 2 TVs, Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Murphy Bed

Listed by Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty, Linda Birck

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Schools serving 21281 Calle Recreo

School District:Saddleback Valley Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Rancho Canada Elementary School
21801 Winding Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630
K-60.6 mi
Serrano Intermediate School
24642 Jeronimo Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630
7-81.1 mi
El Toro High School
25255 Toledo Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630
9-121.2 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 21281 Calle Recreo Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/30/2026
Listed
$1,435,000
510.64%
MLS
8/11/1995
Sold
$235,000
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Tax History for 21281 Calle Recreo

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,096
—
$407,301
2%
2025
$4,096
2%
$399,315
2%
2024
$4,021
2%
$391,486
2%
2023
$3,925
2%
$383,810
2%
2022
$3,854
2%
$376,285
2%
2021
$3,775
1%
$368,907
1%
2020
$3,741
2%
$365,125
2%
2019
$3,665
2%
$357,966
2%
2018
$3,596
2%
$350,948
2%
2017
$3,522
2%
$344,067
2%
2016
$3,463
1%
$337,321
2%
2015
$3,420
2%
$332,255
2%
2014
$3,344
1%
$325,747
—
2013
$3,312
—
$324,275
—
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21281 Calle Recreo, Lake Forest, CA 92630 (MLS# OC26164389) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 21281 Calle Recreo is currently listed for $1,435,000 and was received on July 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 21281 Calle Recreo? 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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