28782 Vista Saddleback
Lake Forest, CA 92679
Listing broker / agent: HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty · Ginger Aliotta · 949-294-4447 · CRMLS
MLS # OC26178813 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 23:06 UTC
About this property
Highly Desirable Neighborhood! NOT AT FRWY, DOES NOT BACK TO BUSY STREET. Peaceful location in upscale Portola Hills. You won't find a nicer home or location in this price range! Detached 1823 sq ft, 4BD, 2.5BA, 2-CAR Direct Access Garage with MOUNTAIN VIEW. Home is MOVE-IN-READY. Situated on quiet CUL-DE-SAC, bright beautiful DOUBLE DOOR ENTRY w/ front-to-back door alignment showcases an ELEGANT FANLIGHT WINDOW and a straight shot view of low maintenance, pretty backyard. The Formal Living & Dining Rooms boast soaring VAULTED CEILINGS and NEW CONTEMPORARY FIXTURES. The sunny Kitchen is open to Dining Nook, perfect for chatting it up while cooking. The comfortable Gathering Room features a COZY REAL WOOD BURNING (or gas) FIREPLACE and a wonderful space for socializing or relaxing. Sliders lead to PRIVATE FENCED BACKYARD with a shade PERGOLA, NEW LANDSCAPING, ACCENT LIGHTING, all NEW SPRINKLER VALVES, and amazing BLACKBERRY BUSHES. Patio is perfect for morning coffee or entertaining. Entire first level has 7" BASEBOARDS, REPIPED with Pex, RECESSED LIGHTING and stunning 100% WATERPROOF Malibu 22mm PREMIUM WIDE PLANK FLOORING. The second level has NEW CARPETING, upgraded electrical outlet at linen cabinet and NEW LIGHT FIXTURE. The SIZABLE PRIMARY SUITE provides the perfect RETREAT w/ two oversized mirrored closet doors, CEILING FAN and windows that let the sunshine flood in. Pretty EN SUITE BATH has a DUAL VANITY and a separate water closet. Three more bedrooms down the hall and another bath offer flexibility for family, guests or HOME OFFICE. But wait there's more, a spacious 2-car garage (or MAN CAVE, PILATES, KIDS PLAY space etc) featuring CUSTOM CABINETRY, rubber interlocking tile flooring, 50" SMART TV, Craftsman 7-drawer WORKBENCH, garage refrigerator, STAINLESS STEEL PEGBOARD, screen door etc. Perfect setup for a pool table, air hockey, pingpong table, jukebox etc. or just hang out and watch the big game. Please note that there is also a 2-CAR DRIVEWAY. Nearby parks, scenic hiking & biking trails, COMMUNITY POOL & SPA, tennis, pickleball, AMAZING CLUBHOUSE w/ kitchen, gym, SAUNA and VOLLEYBALL. Not just a home, it's an ELEVATED LIFESTYLE! Convenient access to shopping, dining, and the 241 Toll Road. This home is in one of the MOST DESIRABLE OC COMMUNITIES and in highly regarded SADDLEBACK VALLEY UNIFED SCHL DISTRICT. Portola Hills Elementary within walking distance is comparable to a private school. Low Hoa dues, low tax rate and NO MELLO ROOS.
Property details
- MLS number
- OC26178813
- Status
- Active Under Contract (Backup)
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 4 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 1,823 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.0918 acres
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1988
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 50
Building
- Year built
- 1988
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Construction
- Stucco
- Roof
- Composition, Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 0
- Main-level bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Family Room, Pantry
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Up, Walk In Pantry
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Laundry
- In Garage
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- Heated, In Ground, Association
- Spa
- Association, Heated, In Ground
- Patio / porch
- Covered, Front Porch, Patio
- Lot features
- Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Sprinkler System
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Excellent Condition, Wood
- Property outlook
- Hills, Mountains, Trees Woods
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Community features
- Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Foothills, Hiking, Mountainous, Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Association amenities
- Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Management, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Sauna, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $148.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- Saddleback Valley Unified
School information is supplied with the listing. Confirm current attendance boundaries and enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Portola Hills Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Trabuco Canyon | K–6 | 0.7 mi |
| Foothill Ranch Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Foothill Ranch | K–6 | 1.9 mi |
| Melinda Heights Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 2.3 mi |
| Trabuco Hills High Saddleback Valley Unified · Mission Viejo | 9–12 | 2.7 mi |
| Trabuco Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Trabuco Canyon | K–6 | 3.0 mi |
| Del Lago Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Mission Viejo | K–6 | 3.2 mi |
| Trabuco Mesa Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 3.7 mi |
| Cielo Vista Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Rancho Santa Margarita | K–6 | 3.8 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $1,199,900
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,225,000
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $1,225,000
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-09-03 10:28 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:44 | $1,199,900 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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