29011 Canyon Vista, Lake Forest, California 92679, Lake Forest, - bed, bath

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ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT$1,330,000
29011 Canyon Vista, Lake Forest, California 92679
4Beds
3Baths
2,283Sqft
7,200Lot
Year Built
1987
Close
-
List price
$1.33M
Original List price
$1.33M
Price/Sqft
-
HOA
$148
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
PW25233121
Home ConditionFair
Features
Patio
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About this home

Welcome to Portola Hills! Nestled in the beautiful hills of Lake Forest, and Trabuco Canyon, this charming two-story home offers space, light, and endless potential. With 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, the open-concept layout is filled with natural light from large windows that bring the outdoors in. The inviting living and dining areas flow seamlessly, creating the perfect space for gatherings and everyday living. Step outside to a spacious patio and backyard that extends up a natural slope—your property reaches halfway up, offering added privacy and a sense of nature right at home. Located in the desirable Portola Hills community, you’ll enjoy tree-lined streets, nearby parks, and easy access to shopping, dining, and award-winning schools. Bring your vision and make this wonderful home your own! As a resident of Portola Hills, you'll also enjoy exclusive access to resort-style amenities, including a clubhouse, gym, oversized pool and Jacuzzi, barbecue pits, picnic area, volleyball court, tennis courts, and a pickleball court all for a low HOA of $148.00 a month!!! Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a slice of Southern California paradise, close to hiking trails! Huge panel of solar panels come with the home!

Nearby schools

8/10
Portola Hills Elementary School
Public,K-60.4mi
6/10
Serrano Intermediate School
Public,7-85.3mi
7/10
El Toro High School
Public,9-124.8mi

Price History

Date
Event
Price
10/08/25
Listing
$1,330,000
Neighborhood Comparison

 SubjectAverage HomeNeighbourhood Ranking (186 Listings)
Beds44
50%
Baths33
50%
Square foot2,2833,189
26%
Lot Size7,2007,245
49%
Price$1.33M$1.74M
20%
Price per square foot$583$638
35%
Built year19871993
18%
HOA$148$170
4%
Days on market27179
2%
Condition Rating
Fair

The property, built in 1987, is well-maintained and appears functional, but the interior finishes, particularly the kitchen and wet bar, are significantly dated. The kitchen features original or very old honey oak cabinets and white tile countertops with dark grout, which are major aesthetic drawbacks requiring substantial renovation to meet current buyer expectations. While some elements like the dishwasher appear newer and solar panels are a good addition, the overall style of the home, including the flooring (mix of older tile and neutral carpet) and some light fixtures, suggests it has not undergone a major renovation in 20-30+ years. It is move-in ready but requires significant updates to modernize.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Prime Location & Community: Nestled in the desirable Portola Hills community, the property benefits from tree-lined streets, nearby parks, easy access to shopping, dining, award-winning schools, and close proximity to hiking trails.
Exceptional Community Amenities: Residents enjoy exclusive access to resort-style amenities including a clubhouse, gym, oversized pool and Jacuzzi, barbecue pits, picnic area, volleyball, tennis, and pickleball courts for a low HOA fee.
Abundant Natural Light & Open Layout: The home features an open-concept layout with large windows, ensuring ample natural light throughout and seamless flow between living and dining areas, ideal for gatherings.
Energy Efficiency with Solar Panels: The inclusion of a large panel of solar panels provides significant energy savings and contributes to a lower environmental footprint.
Highly-Rated Local Schools: Located within a district featuring highly-rated schools, including Portola Hills Elementary (8/10) and El Toro High School (7/10), enhancing its appeal for families.

Cons

Requires Modernization/Updates: The description explicitly states 'endless potential' and 'bring your vision,' indicating the property likely requires significant cosmetic or functional updates to meet contemporary buyer expectations.
Challenging Sloped Backyard: The backyard extends up a natural slope, which, while offering privacy, can present challenges for landscaping, usability, and ongoing maintenance compared to a flat yard.
Potential for Outdated Systems: Built in 1987, the property is 37 years old. Without explicit mention of recent major system upgrades (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, electrical), these components may be original and nearing the end of their useful life, potentially incurring future replacement costs.

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