$1,788,000
5Beds4Baths2,547SqFt
40 ForsterLake Forest, CA 92630Topaz
Sold
12 Gardenia sold on November 18, 2025 for $1,730,000, 3.1% below the $1,785,000 asking price after 39 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
12 Gardenia, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,432 sq ft
- 3,755 sq ft lot
- Built 2014
$1,730,000
Subdivision RIDGEWOOD
The home
About 12 Gardenia
Located in the Prestigious Resort Style Community of Baker Ranch, this Stunning 4 Bedroom Turn-Key Residence is Fully Upgraded and Impeccably Designed for the Modern Buyer. Offering Designer Finishes, this Model Quality home will have you in awe from the moment you step through the front door. Gorgeous Neutral Toned Wood Floors, Soaring Two-Story Ceilings and a Light & Bright Interior bathed in Natural Light. Continue into the Open Concept Great Room featuring Built-In Speakers, Custom Built-In Entertainment Center, Dining Area and Beautiful Glass Door Slider Creating Quintessential California Indoor/Outdoor Living. The Stunning Chef’s Kitchen has it all featuring Designer Pendant Lights, Beautiful Upgraded White Cabinets, Stainless Steel Appliances w/Built-In Refrigerator, Gas Stove, Water Filtration, Artisanal Tile Flooring, Granite Countertops, Spacious Walk-In Pantry and Large Center Island w/Bar Seating. The highly desirable Downstairs Bedroom w/Full Bathroom provides incredible flexibility and convenience for any family. Upstairs you will find the Spacious Laundry Room, 3 Additional Bedrooms and the Charming Multi-Purpose Loft. Unwind & Relax in the Tranquil Spacious Primary Suite Retreat featuring an Abundance of Natural Light leaving you well rested and calm. Ease Yourself into a New Wellness Routine in your Spa-Like Primary Bathroom featuring Dual Vanities, Quartz Countertops, Restorative Glass Walk-In Shower w/ Custom Designer Tile Accents, Neutral Tile Flooring and His & Her Walk-In Closets w/ Custom Closet Organizers. The Backyard Oasis is accessed through Fully Upgraded Covered California Room with Built In Speakers and Custom Tile Flooring. The Tranquil Water Feature and Custom Landscaping are Ideal for Year Round Entertaining. This Residence features a Spacious 2 Car Attached Garage w/Epoxy flooring, storage, and an extended driveway. Ideally located just a short walk to Resort Style Amenities including Hiking Trails, Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts & Clubhouse…Beautiful Home..This is the One!
Property details for 12 Gardenia
This 4-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in the RIDGEWOOD neighborhood of Lake Forest in Orange County. It offers 2,432 square feet of living space. The home was built in 2014. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 610-461-14. Highlights include mountain views, a community pool and spa, an attached two-car garage, a 3,755-square-foot lot, air conditioning, and a turnkey home. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $1,730,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,432 sqft
- Total Baths
- 4
- Full Baths
- 4
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 3,755 SqFt
- Year Built
- 2014
- MLS® Number
- OC25180788
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $212 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC25180788
- Year Built
- 2014
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,432
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 3,753
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0862
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 4
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Mountains, Neighborhood
- HOA Dues
- $212
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Baker Ranch HOA
- Parcel Number
- 61046114
- On Market Date
- 2025-08-13
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Two Story Ceilings, Wired For Sound, Bedroom On Main Level, Loft, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Water Purifier
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Dual
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room, Upper Level
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Custom Coverings, Double Pane Windows
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Mediterranean
- Exterior Features
- Lighting
- Roof
- Tile
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Close To Clubhouse, Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch
- Patio, Stone, Tile, Wrap Around
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Fencing
- Brick
- Pool Features
- Association
- Spa
- Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- RIDGEWOOD (BKRDG)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Sport Court, Dog Park, Fire Pit, Meeting Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Paddle Tennis, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Security
- Prewired, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Detection System, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 12 Gardenia
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 18, 2025 | Sold | $1,730,000 | |
| Aug 13, 2025 | Listed for sale | $1,785,000 |
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The neighborhood
About Lake Forest
Set in the Saddleback Valley of South Orange County and named for two man-made lakes, Lake Forest grew from the former El Toro community and the eucalyptus groves Dwight Whiting planted. Served entirely by the Saddleback Valley Unified School District, the city folds in the Foothill Ranch and Portola Hills districts near Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park.
Lake Forest home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 490
- Median price
- $1,400,000
- Median days on market
- 19
- Median per sq ft
- $663
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Lake Forest sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Galeana | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,450,000 | 2,200 | $659 | 61 |
| 23051 Cavanaugh Road | Sep 24, 2026 | $989,000 | 1,157 | $855 | 14 |
| 1716 Sonora Creek | Sep 22, 2026 | $2,785,000 | 3,874 | $719 | 84 |
| 22442 Aliso Park Drive | Sep 22, 2026 | $1,065,000 | 1,748 | $609 | 46 |
| 21975 Trailway | Sep 21, 2026 | $1,359,000 | 1,818 | $748 | 7 |
Schools
Schools for 12 Gardenia
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Foothill Ranch
- Middle
- Serrano Intermediate
- High
- El Toro
- District
- Saddleback Valley Unified
Living in Lake Forest covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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Listed by Zachary Doan of Aspero Realty, Inc
Listing information updated Nov 20, 2025 at 9:54 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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