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Property Description
Architect's own home, equestrian zoned, amazing views to the ocean! Every inch of this home has been improved. This incredible residence is situated in the sought after, exclusive community of Montbury on the Hill, nestled in North Lake Forest. The community boasts wide streets, large lots surrounded by equestrian & hiking trails, & for your enjoyment, 4 community pickle ball courts & 2 tennis courts. Close to everything, yet you will feel like you are in the country! Come & sit on the front patio of this gorgeous home & enjoy the custom landscaping. Walk through the Dutch door entry into the great room. You will be amazed at the beauty, elegance, & warmth, enticing you to sit & stay awhile! Delight in the volume ceilings with custom beaming; two wood-burning fireplaces w/custom mantels; reading area & TV area; dining area illuminated by a beautiful Laura Lee chandelier; private side yard patio w/Eldorado Stone walls & the stunning beauty of the stone being carried through to the living area & to the backyard walls. The spacious great room is complimented with built-in cabinetry & 2 sets of paired French doors leading to the resort-style back yard. The bedroom/office situated off the great room is enhanced w/ custom beaming, built-in desks & bookcases, & an exercise area. The incredible kitchen is a chef's delight w/ spacious Giallo Antico stone countertops, two stone sinks, two dishwashers, Viking side-by-side built-in refrigerator, Thermador double oven, Thermador 6-burner range-top with griddle, custom cabinetry, & pantry. White paneling provides elegance to the hallway, bathrooms, laundry room & bedrooms; built-in cabinetry throughout! The secondary bathroom is beautiful w/ white custom cabinetry, quartzite countertop w/ waterfall edge, & spacious shower w/ skylight. The secondary bedroom opens to a private patio & climb the ladder in this bedroom to a special 'hang place.' The main bedroom is one of beauty & perfect organization! The main bathroom boasts dual shower heads, soaking tub, white custom cabinetry & quartzite countertop w/ waterfall ends. The jaw dropping, resort-style backyard has incredible mountains, city lights, & sparkling ocean peek-a-boo views. A detached studio in the backyard was created by the Architect as his place for reflection & creative endeavors. The 3-car garage side yard area is perfect for your outdoor getaway items - a trailer, boat, or off-road vehicles. There is simply not enough space to describe this phenomenal home…
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 21701 Montbury
General
- Sold For: $2,250,000
- HOA FEE: $200/month
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRMLS
- MLS ID: OC26030318
- Added to Site: 58 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Art Studio, Primary Suite, Laundry, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Loft, Office, Living Room, Walk-In Pantry, Family Room, Great Room, Entry, All Bedrooms Down, Kitchen, Walk-In Closet
- Interior Features: High Ceilings, Unfurnished, Wired for Sound, Phone System, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Stone Counters, Open Floorplan, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Block Walls, Wired for Data, Built-in Features, Wainscoting, Pull-Down Stairs to Attic
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Living Room, Family Room
- Eating Areas: Breakfast Counter/Bar, In Living Room, In Family Room
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater, Electric Oven, Double Oven, Gas Oven, Convection Oven, Gas Cooktop, Water Purifier, Water Line to Refrigerator, Icemaker, Water Softener, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Disposal, 6 Burner Stove, Hot Water Circulator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Heater
- Flooring: Stone
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Washer Included, Dryer Included
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Hiking Trails, Pickleball, Horse Trails, Tennis Court(s), Biking Trails
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In-Ground, Permits, Waterfall, Private, Heated, Gunite, Gas Heat, Salt Water
- Spa Description: Permits, In-Ground, Private, Heated
Exterior
- Deck/Patio: Concrete, Open Patio, Stone, Patio, Slab
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking: Garage, See Remarks, Driveway Level, Paved, Garage (Single Door), Concrete, Driveway, Garage (Direct Access), Garage (Two Doors), Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: Orange
- Subdivision: Montbury On The Hill (MBY)
- Driving Directions: El Toro Road to Northcrest; turn right on Montbury. Go up the hill to just before the crest; the home is on the left. There is no sign on the property.
- Direction Faces: East
School Information
- School District: Saddleback Valley Unified
- Elementary School: LAKFOR
- Middle School: SERINT
- High School: ELTOR
Community
- Community Features: Gutters, Curbs, Horse Trails, Biking, Hiking, Foothills, Street Lights, Storm Drains, Sidewalks, Suburban, Park
- Assoc. Name: Seabreeze Prop Mgmt
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Gas, Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s), High Efficiency
- Heating Type: Fireplace(s), Natural Gas, Forced Air, High Efficiency, Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Structure Type: Single Family Residence
- Construction: Frame, Ducts Professionally Air-Sealed, Stucco, Blown-In Insulation, Drywall Walls
- Foundation: Permanent, Slab
- Roof: Fire Retardant, Concrete, Ridge Vents
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Windows: Double-Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Drapes, Custom Covering, Skylight(s), Blinds, Low Emissivity Windows
- Doors: French Doors, Panel Doors
- Disability Access: None
- Entry Location: Front
- Stories/Levels: One
- Stories Description: One
- Square Feet: 2,117
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1984
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Building Permit, Additions/Alterations, Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Outbuilding
Lot Features
- Property View: Ocean, Mountain(s), City Lights, Park/Greenbelt, Hills, Panoramic
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.361
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
- Lot Description: Drip Sprinkler System, Sprinklers on the Side, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Yard, Horse Property, Park Nearby, Horse Property (Unimproved), Landscaped, Sprinklers in Rear, Near Public Transit, Sprinkler System, Front Yard, Back Yard, Sprinklers in Front, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Paved, Garden
- Fencing (Description): Block, Excellent Condition, Wrought Iron
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,071.58
- Association Fee: $200
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Trust
- Inclusions: Kitchen refrigerator, washer, dryer
Listed by Regency Real Estate Brokers, Linda Danahy
Sold by Redfin, Andrew Pollaro
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Schools
Schools serving 21701 Montbury
School District:Saddleback Valley Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lake Forest Elementary School 21801 Pittsford Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630 | K-6 | 0.3 mi |
Serrano Intermediate School 24642 Jeronimo Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630 | 7-8 | 2.1 mi |
El Toro High School 25255 Toledo Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630 | 9-12 | 1.3 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 21701 Montbury
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/02/2026
Sold
$2,250,000
-10%
MLS
2/11/2026
Listed
$2,500,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
21701 Montbury, Lake Forest, CA 92630 (MLS# OC26030318) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,250,000 on April 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 21701 Montbury? 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.

