$2,495,000
5Beds3Baths3,581SqFt
21321 Hillside CourtLake Forest, CA 92630Montbury on the Hill
Sold
21701 Montbury sold on April 2, 2026 for $2,250,000, 10% below the $2,500,000 asking price after 26 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
21701 Montbury, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 2,117 sq ft
- 0.36-acre lot
- Built 1984
$2,250,000
Subdivision Montbury on the Hill
7 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $2,100,000
The home
About 21701 Montbury
Architect’s own home, equestrian zoned, amazing views to the ocean! Every inch of this home has been improved. This incredible residence is situated in the sought after, exclusive community of Montbury on the Hill, nestled in North Lake Forest. The community boasts wide streets, large lots surrounded by equestrian & hiking trails, & for your enjoyment, 4 community pickle ball courts & 2 tennis courts. Close to everything, yet you will feel like you are in the country! Come & sit on the front patio of this gorgeous home & enjoy the custom landscaping. Walk through the Dutch door entry into the great room. You will be amazed at the beauty, elegance, & warmth, enticing you to sit & stay awhile! Delight in the volume ceilings with custom beaming; two wood-burning fireplaces w/custom mantels; reading area & TV area; dining area illuminated by a beautiful Laura Lee chandelier; private side yard patio w/Eldorado Stone walls & the stunning beauty of the stone being carried through to the living area & to the backyard walls. The spacious great room is complimented with built-in cabinetry & 2 sets of paired French doors leading to the resort-style back yard. The bedroom/office situated off the great room is enhanced w/ custom beaming, built-in desks & bookcases, & an exercise area. The incredible kitchen is a chef’s delight w/ spacious Giallo Antico stone countertops, two stone sinks, two dishwashers, Viking side-by-side built-in refrigerator, Thermador double oven, Thermador 6-burner range-top with griddle, custom cabinetry, & pantry. White paneling provides elegance to the hallway, bathrooms, laundry room & bedrooms; built-in cabinetry throughout! The secondary bathroom is beautiful w/ white custom cabinetry, quartzite countertop w/ waterfall edge, & spacious shower w/ skylight. The secondary bedroom opens to a private patio & climb the ladder in this bedroom to a special ‘hang place.’ The main bedroom is one of beauty & perfect organization! The main bathroom boasts dual shower heads, soaking tub, white custom cabinetry & quartzite countertop w/ waterfall ends. The jaw dropping, resort-style backyard has incredible mountains, city lights, & sparkling ocean peek-a-boo views. A detached studio in the backyard was created by the Architect as his place for reflection & creative endeavors. The 3-car garage side yard area is perfect for your outdoor getaway items – a trailer, boat, or off-road vehicles. There is simply not enough space to describe this phenomenal home…
Property details for 21701 Montbury
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Montbury on the Hill neighborhood of Lake Forest in Orange County. It offers 2,117 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1984. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 613-271-12. Highlights include ocean and panoramic views, a private pool and spa, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached three-car garage, and a 0.36-acre lot. 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
- $2,250,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,117 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 0.361 Acres
- Year Built
- 1984
- MLS® Number
- OC26030318
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $200 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26030318
- Year Built
- 1984
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,117
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 15,725
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.361
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 7
- View
- City Lights, Park Greenbelt, Hills, Mountains, Ocean, Panoramic
- Private Pool
- Yes
- HOA Dues
- $200
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Montbury HOA
- Parcel Number
- 61327112
- On Market Date
- 2026-02-11
- Listing Terms
- Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Block Walls, Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Phone System, Paneling Wainscoting, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Unfurnished, Wired For Data, Wired For Sound, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Loft, Main Level Primary
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater, Hot Water Circulator, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Softener, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater, Water Purifier, Dryer
- Flooring
- Stone
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplaces, High Efficiency, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air, Gas, High Efficiency, Wall Window Units, Attic Fan
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds, Custom Coverings, Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Low Emissivity Windows, Plantation Shutters, Skylights
- Doors
- French Doors, Panel Doors
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Ranch
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Concrete, Fire Proof, Ridge Vents
- Construction
- Blown In Insulation, Drywall, Ducts Professionally Air Sealed, Frame, Stucco
- Foundation
- Permanent, Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Front Yard, Garden, Horse Property, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Paved, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Open, Patio, Stone
- Parking
- Concrete, Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway Level, Door Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Paved, See Remarks
- Fencing
- Block, Excellent Condition, Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- Gunite, Gas Heat, Heated, In Ground, Permits, Private, Salt Water, Waterfall
- Spa
- Heated, In Ground, Permits, Private
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Additions Alterations, Building Permit, Updated Remodeled
- Faces
- East
- Units
- 217
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Montbury On The Hill (MBY)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Gutters, Hiking, Horse Trails, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park
- Association Amenities
- Horse Trails, Pickleball, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Security
- Prewired, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Detection System, Smoke Detectors, Security Lights
The record
Property History for 21701 Montbury
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2026 | Sold | $2,250,000 | |
| Feb 11, 2026 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000 |
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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.
Montbury on the Hill home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 7
- Median price
- $2,100,000
- Median days on market
- 58
- Median per sq ft
- $672
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 Montbury on the Hill sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21391 Aliso Court | Jul 13, 2026 | $2,150,000 | 3,283 | $655 | 56 |
| 21482 Countryside Drive | Jun 18, 2026 | $1,999,900 | 1,892 | $1,057 | 51 |
| 21676 Rushford Drive | May 22, 2026 | $2,100,000 | 3,270 | $642 | 65 |
| 21642 Montbury | May 15, 2026 | $1,750,000 | 2,605 | $672 | 58 |
| 21701 Montbury | Apr 2, 2026 | $2,250,000 | 2,117 | $1,063 | 26 |
Schools
Schools for 21701 Montbury
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Lake Forest
- 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 Linda Danahy of Regency Real Estate Brokers
Listing information updated Apr 3, 2026 at 1:31 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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