25461 Pino Lane
Lake Forest, CA 92630
Listing broker / agent: Century 21 Masters · Lauren Espey · realtorlaurenespey@gmail.com · CRMLS
MLS # SW26237268 · Last checked Nov 14, 2026 18:48 UTC
About this property
LOCATION, POTENTIAL, AND OPPORTUNITY! First time on the market since the 1970s! If you've been searching for a home you can update to your own taste without paying a premium for someone else's renovations, this is an opportunity worth exploring! Located in the established Carefree El Toro community of Lake Forest, this two-story condo offers a functional floor plan, private outdoor space, a two-car garage, and convenient access to community amenities. Step inside and discover the possibilities! The main level features a spacious living area, convenient half bathroom, and a separate interior laundry room. Upstairs, all bedrooms are situated together along with a full bathroom featuring a tub and shower combination. The home's original retro finishes offer a unique opportunity for buyers looking to modernize a property and make it their own. Whether your vision includes a contemporary refresh or embracing some of its vintage character, this cosmetic fixer is ready for your personal touch! One of the best features of this property is its location within the community! The fenced backyard provides your own private outdoor space, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or creating a garden retreat. Even better, step through your backyard gate and onto the walkway leading directly to the community pool! Enjoy the convenience of having the pool just a short walk from your own backyard without having to drive or cross through the neighborhood. The Carefree El Toro HOA offers a clubhouse, swimming pool, and tennis court, adding to the appeal of this established community. With shopping, dining, parks, and commuter routes nearby, you'll appreciate the convenience of Lake Forest living. Why pay for someone else's design choices when you can create a home that fits your own style? With decades of ownership history, a desirable location near the pool, a two-car garage, and plenty of potential for cosmetic improvements, this property offers buyers an opportunity to create something special. Bring your ideas and see the possibilities for yourself!
Property details
- MLS number
- SW26237268
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Condominium
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 1,234 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 10.6477 acres
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1976
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 1
Building
- Year built
- 1976
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Condition
- Repairs Cosmetic
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 1
- Half bathrooms
- 1
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 0
- Main-level bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Living Room
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Inside
- Accessibility features
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Direct Access, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- Association
- Lot features
- Back Yard, Close To Clubhouse
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Wood
- Property outlook
- Neighborhood
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Community features
- Suburban
- Association amenities
- Clubhouse, Pool, Tennis Courts
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $380.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- Saddleback Valley Unified
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Santiago STEAM Magnet Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Lake Forest | K–6 | 0.4 mi |
| El Toro High (school website, opens in a new tab) Saddleback Valley Unified · Lake Forest | 9–12 | 0.5 mi |
| La Madera Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Lake Forest | K–6 | 0.7 mi |
| Silverado High Saddleback Valley Unified · Mission Viejo | 9–12 | 0.7 mi |
| Oxford Preparatory Academy - Saddleback Valley (school website, opens in a new tab) Orange County Department of Education · Lake Forest | K–5 | 0.8 mi |
| Serrano Intermediate Saddleback Valley Unified · Lake Forest | 7–8 | 0.9 mi |
| Los Alisos Intermediate Saddleback Valley Unified · Mission Viejo | 7–8 | 0.9 mi |
| Glen Yermo Elementary Saddleback Valley Unified · Mission Viejo | K–6 | 1.1 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
- $699,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $699,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Nov 4, 2026 20:40 | $699,000 |
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Property taxes
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Market trends in Lake Forest
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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Calculated 2026-11-14 20:41 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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