21251 Forest Meadow
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Listing broker / agent: Keller Williams Realty · Kelly Mcleod · 949-462-4595 · CRMLS
MLS # OC26197323 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 05:56 UTC
About this property
Welcome to 21251 Forest Meadow—a charming, single-story home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of beautifully updated living space, nestled in the scenic hills in highly desirable community. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be captivated by its newly exterior paint, lush landscaping, and classic brick planters framing the front walkway. Step inside to an inviting, light-filled living room anchored by a traditional brick fireplace and framed by energy-efficient double-pane windows. Completely updated throughout, this move-in-ready property seamlessly blends modern upgrades with timeless character. The bright, redesigned kitchen is a chef's delight, featuring newly purchased appliances, new pristine white cabinetry, updated granite countertops, and sleek new finishes. The kitchen opens directly to the dining area, where sliding glass doors lead out to a serene backyard completely fenced in and private—creating an effortless layout for everyday living and entertaining. Every corner of the home feels refreshed with new interior paint, crisp lighting, and updated fixtures. The primary suite offers a peaceful retreat, while both bathrooms feature modern design choices that feel clean and stylish. Additional conveniences include an attached two-car garage complete with built-in cabinetry and laundry hookups. Outside, your private backyard sanctuary awaits, featuring lush greenery, mature landscaping, and beautiful, open views of the adjacent park and surrounding hills—the perfect backdrop for morning coffee, weekend barbecues, or quiet evenings under the stars. Located near Vintage Park with top-rated Saddleback Valley Unified schools, convenient 241 Toll Road access, shopping, dining, low taxes, no HOA, and no Mello-Roos, this home is the ultimate turn-key find. Schedule your private showing today!
Property details
- MLS number
- OC26197323
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 1,164 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.093 acres
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1978
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 15
Building
- Year built
- 1978
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Architectural style
- Craftsman
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 3
- Main-level bathrooms
- 2
- Rooms
- Attic, Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven
- Interior features
- Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Storage, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Down, Attic, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
- Flooring
- Vinyl
- Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
- Fireplace
- Dining Room, Family Room, Gas
- Laundry
- In Garage
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Concrete, Door Multi, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Private
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Concrete, Covered, Open, Patio, Porch
- Lot features
- Back Yard, Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Yard
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Block, Brick, Good Condition, Wood
- Property outlook
- City Lights, Park Greenbelt, Hills, Trees Woods
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
- Community features
- Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Foothills, Fishing, Hiking, Park
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- Elementary school
- Lake Forest
- Middle / junior school
- Serrano
- High school
- Trabucco Hills
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Del Lago Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Mission Viejo | K–6 | 0.4 mi |
| Trabuco Hills High Saddleback Valley Unified · Mission Viejo | 9–12 | 0.5 mi |
| Lake Forest Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Lake Forest | K–6 | 1.0 mi |
| Oxford Preparatory Academy - South Orange County (school website, opens in a new tab) Capistrano Unified · Mission Viejo | K–5 | 1.7 mi |
| Glen Yermo Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Mission Viejo | K–6 | 1.8 mi |
| Foothill Ranch Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Foothill Ranch | K–6 | 2.0 mi |
| Rancho Cañada Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Lake Forest | K–6 | 2.0 mi |
| La Madera Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Lake Forest | K–6 | 2.0 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
- $1,100,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,100,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 4, 2026 00:51 | $1,100,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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Calculated 2026-10-19 06:53 UTC. Source: this website's authorized MLS inventory. Import progress, freshness rules and coverage affect the figures. Medians exclude missing/invalid values; price per sq ft is the median of individual listing ratios. Price observations are limited to the last 24 per listing and may miss changes between refreshes. This is not a complete 30-day market report, historical inventory trend, appreciation measure, or sold-price analysis.
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