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42 Castellana sold on January 26, 2026 for $1,600,000, 1.1% below the $1,618,000 asking price after 19 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold

42 Castellana, Lake Forest, CA 92630

  • 4 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 2,133 sq ft
  • 3,297 sq ft lot
  • Built 2017
$1,600,000

MLS# OC25268651

The home

About 42 Castellana

Beautifully upgraded 4-bedroom, 3-bath home located in the highly desirable community of Baker Ranch! This stunning residence features an open and airy floor plan with impressive soaring ceilings in the living room, creating a bright and spacious atmosphere from the moment you enter. The first floor is upgraded with elegant tile flooring throughout, offering both style and easy maintenance. The gourmet kitchen boasts quartz countertops, a large center island, stainless-steel appliances, and plentiful cabinetry—perfect for cooking and entertaining. The open-concept living and dining areas flow seamlessly to the private backyard, offering an ideal space for indoor–outdoor living.

This home features one full bedroom and bath on the first floor, ideal for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet and a spa-like bathroom with dual sinks and an oversized shower. Additional secondary bedrooms are generously sized and offer great flexibility for family, office, or guests.

Residents of Baker Ranch enjoy access to resort-style amenities including multiple pools, parks, sports courts, playgrounds, clubhouses, and beautifully maintained outdoor spaces—all with no Mello-Roos and low HOA. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and major freeways. This is a wonderful opportunity to own an exceptional home in one of Lake Forest’s most sought-after communities!

Property details for 42 Castellana

This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in Lake Forest in Orange County. It offers 2,133 square feet of living space. The home was built in 2017. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 610-641-74. Highlights include city lights views, a community pool and spa, an attached two-car garage, a 3,297-square-foot lot, central air, 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
$1,600,000
Days On Site
N/A
Bedrooms
4
Inside Area (SqFt)
2,133 sqft
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
3
Partial Baths
N/A
Lot Size
3,297 SqFt
Year Built
2017
MLS® Number
OC25268651
Status
Sold
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
$279 monthly
Sq Ft Source
PublicRecords

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
OC25268651
Year Built
2017
Living Area (sq ft)
2,133
Living Area Source
Public Records
Lot Size (sq ft)
3,299
Lot Size (acres)
0.0757
Levels
Two
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
View
City Lights
HOA Dues
$279
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Name
Baker Ranch Community Association
Parcel Number
61064174
On Market Date
2025-12-04
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Bedroom On Main Level, Walk In Closets
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave
Flooring
Carpet, Tile
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
None
Laundry
Laundry Room
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Custom Coverings
Accessibility
Parking

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Contemporary
Exterior Features
Lighting
Roof
Slate
Construction
Stucco
Foundation
Slab
Lot Features
Zero To One Unit Acre
Patio and Porch
Patio
Parking
Driveway, Garage
Fencing
None
Pool Features
Community, Association
Spa
Association, Community
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Condition
Turnkey
Units
1

Community Features

Community Features
Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Pool
Association Amenities
Barbecue, Playground, Pool, Spa Hot Tub
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors

The record

Property History for 42 Castellana

DateEventPriceNote
Jan 26, 2026 Sold $1,600,000
Dec 4, 2025 Listed for sale $1,618,000

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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.

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School District for 42 Castellana

As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.

The MLS record lists the school district as Saddleback Valley Unified.

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Listing information updated Jan 28, 2026 at 5:04 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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