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21036 Kensington sold on February 10, 2026 for $1,635,000, 2.5% above the $1,594,900 asking price after 8 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold

21036 Kensington, Lake Forest, CA 92630

  • 4 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 2,474 sq ft
  • 5,998 sq ft lot
  • Built 1989
$1,635,000

MLS# OC25276446

Subdivision Normandale Heights

The home

About 21036 Kensington

Beautifully upgraded and thoughtfully designed, this exceptional home in the Upscale Community of Normandale Heights offers modern style and comfort on a pool-sized lot, in a premier location with no homes behind, backing to a sycamore tree-lined greenbelt with stunning Saddleback Mountain views—a rare and highly desirable setting.

Inside, extensive renovations and high-quality improvements create a truly move-in-ready residence. As you enter this truly remarkable home, you'll notice the grand living and dining area with high vaulted ceilings accented with loads of windows. The heart of the house is the fully remodeled kitchen, featuring premium ceramic countertops, crisp shaker cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, and sleek modern finishes—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. High-end plank flooring flows throughout the downstairs, staircase, and landing, providing a cohesive, contemporary aesthetic with durability and ease of maintenance. Designed with entertaining in mind, the custom-built-in bar showcases shaker cabinetry, a dual-zone climate-controlled wine refrigerator, and elegant floating walnut shelves—an impressive focal point for gatherings. A contemporary stacked-stone fireplace transformation further elevates the spacious family room, adding clean lines and modern sophistication. The spacious primary suite features a luxuriously updated bathroom with a tiled walk-in shower, contemporary flooring, and refreshed finishes. All bedrooms have been updated with premium carpeting and fresh interior paint, offering a bright, comfortable feel. Plantation shutters throughout the home add timeless style, privacy, and charm.

Additional upgrades include a newer air conditioner and furnace, smart home enhancements such as a Google Nest thermostat, smart switches, and a Ring doorbell, upgraded baseboards, crown molding, recessed lighting, mirrored wardrobes, wainscoting, upgraded light fixtures, ceiling fans, PEX re-piping downstairs for long-term reliability, and a stylishly updated half bath. A 3-car garage provides ample storage and functionality. You'll love spending countless hours in the spacious backyard with a spa, fire pit, victory garden, utility shed, and a large covered patio, perfect for Al Fresco Dining. With over $150,000 in upgrades, generous living space, breathtaking views, and a peaceful greenbelt backdrop, this home offers the perfect blend of quality, comfort, and location—ready to be enjoyed for years to come.

Property details for 21036 Kensington

This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Normandale Heights neighborhood of Lake Forest in Orange County. It offers 2,474 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1989. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 613-751-09. Highlights include city lights and hill views, a private spa, a fireplace, an attached three-car garage, a 5,998-square-foot lot, and central air. 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
$1,635,000
Days On Site
N/A
Bedrooms
4
Inside Area (SqFt)
2,474 sqft
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
1
Lot Size
5,998 SqFt
Year Built
1989
MLS® Number
OC25276446
Status
Sold
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
$112 monthly
Sq Ft Source
Assessor

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
OC25276446
Year Built
1989
Living Area (sq ft)
2,474
Living Area Source
Assessor
Lot Size (sq ft)
6,000
Lot Size (acres)
0.1377
Levels
Two
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces
6
View
City Lights, Park Greenbelt, Hills, Mountains, Trees Woods
HOA Dues
$112
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Name
Normandale Heights
Parcel Number
61375109
On Market Date
2026-01-12
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Breakfast Area, Block Walls, Ceiling Fans, Ceramic Counters, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Paneling Wainscoting, Recessed Lighting, Wired For Data, Bar, Wired For Sound, All Bedrooms Up, Attic, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
Appliances
Built In Range, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Flooring
Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Fireplace
Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter, Outside
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters, Screens
Doors
Double Door Entry, Mirrored Closet Doors, Panel Doors, Sliding Doors

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Traditional
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters, Fire Pit
Roof
Concrete
Construction
Brick, Drywall, Concrete, Stucco
Foundation
Slab
Lot Features
Back Yard, Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Yard
Patio and Porch
Concrete, Covered, Open, Patio, Wood
Parking
Concrete, Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, On Street, Side By Side
Fencing
Block, Excellent Condition, Glass
Pool Features
None
Spa
Above Ground, Heated, Private
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Condition
Turnkey
Faces
West
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Normandale Heights (NDH)
Community Features
Biking, Curbs, Gutters, Hiking, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban
Association Amenities
Trails
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors

The record

Property History for 21036 Kensington

DateEventPriceNote
Feb 10, 2026 Sold $1,635,000
Jan 12, 2026 Listed for sale $1,594,900
Feb 18, 2020 Sold $900,000 EHM Real Estate, Inc.
Mar 15, 2016 Sold $800,000 First Team Real Estate

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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 27, 2025 to Sep 27, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.

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Schools

Schools for 21036 Kensington

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

Elementary
Lake Forest
Middle
Serrano
High
El Toro
District
Saddleback Valley Unified

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Listed by Tim Morissette of Coldwell Banker Realty

Listing information updated Feb 10, 2026 at 10:49 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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