22602 Cottonwood Circle
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Listing broker / agent: Sunset Properties Real Estate · Randy Roberts · 949-391-7712 · CRMLS
MLS # OC26203056 · Last checked Oct 20, 2026 03:30 UTC
About this property
Located at the end of cul-de-sac street just a short distance from the lake, this single-story residence offers a comfortable, functional floor plan with stylish finishes and plenty of natural light throughout. Showcasing a new modern kitchen, new primary bath, engineered flooring, new baseboards, fresh interior paint and two roof-top solar systems. The living room features a gas fireplace and flows seamlessly together, with the formal dining and kitchen area creating an ideal setting for both everyday living and entertainment. The kitchen has quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets with soft-close drawers and doors, stainless farm-style sink, a beautiful center island that will accommodate three to four bar style chairs, a glass slider for direct backyard access, and a generous dining area positioned in front of a large picture window. There are 3 bedrooms, all with ceiling fans, and two bathrooms, providing flexibility for family, guests, a home office, or additional living space. The first bedroom is located behind double glass doors and could also be used as a den. The second bedroom and guest bath is located down the hallway adjacent to the indoor laundry room that has both gas and 220 volt for dryer options and features a door for direct access to the side yard and rear garage entrance. The primary bedroom has large slider for direct backyard access, and a cedar-lined closet with built-in dresser and shelves. The primary bath has a sliding barn door entry and complete recent upgrade with beautiful walk-in frameless shower. Outside, the private backyard offers a peaceful extension of the living space with room to relax, dine, or entertain. Besides the 2-car garage, there is a 41'x24' driveway, an additional 26'x19' gated storage area, and the backyard measures 48'x31'. Beyond the home, residents enjoy the unique lifestyle that comes with living in this sought-after community, including access to a private lake and an array of recreational amenities like fishing, kayaking & paddle boarding. Home ownership includes membership to the Lake Forest Beach & Tennis Club which provides next-level lakefront recreation with multiple swimming pools, spa, a 350,000 gallon swim lagoon, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball and volleyball courts, fitness room, BBQ, and clubhouse facilities with billiards. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, hiking, parks, highly regarded schools, major freeways and toll roads.
Property details
- MLS number
- OC26203056
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 1,301 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.1205 acres
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1977
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 31
Building
- Year built
- 1977
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 3
- Main-level bathrooms
- 2
- Rooms
- Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop
- Interior features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Quartz Counters
- Flooring
- Laminate
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Accessibility features
- No Stairs
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- Salt Water, Association
- Spa
- Association
- Patio / porch
- Concrete
- Lot features
- Cul De Sac, Street Level
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Property outlook
- Neighborhood
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
- Community features
- Fishing, Lake
- Association amenities
- Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Sport Court, Dock, Fire Pit, Meeting Room, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $304.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- Saddleback Valley Unified
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Nearby public schools
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| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Serrano Intermediate Saddleback Valley Unified · Lake Forest | 7–8 | 0.2 mi |
| Oxford Preparatory Academy - Saddleback Valley (school website, opens in a new tab) Orange County Department of Education · Lake Forest | K–5 | 0.5 mi |
| Santiago STEAM Magnet Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Lake Forest | K–6 | 0.6 mi |
| Olivewood Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Lake Forest | K–6 | 0.8 mi |
| La Madera Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Lake Forest | K–6 | 0.9 mi |
| El Toro High (school website, opens in a new tab) Saddleback Valley Unified · Lake Forest | 9–12 | 0.9 mi |
| Rancho Cañada Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Lake Forest | K–6 | 1.1 mi |
| Ralph A. Gates DLI Magnet Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Lake Forest | K–6 | 1.4 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
- $1,149,995
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,249,995
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $1,249,995
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-09-29 07:03 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:56 | $1,149,995 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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