$1,199,900
4Beds3Baths1,823SqFt
28782 Vista SaddlebackLake Forest, CA 92679Alderwood
Sold
16 Balustrade sold on May 5, 2026 for $1,100,000, 8.3% below the $1,199,999 asking price after 37 days on the market; it was first listed at $1,225,000. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
16 Balustrade, Lake Forest, CA 92610
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,663 sq ft
- 3,049 sq ft lot
- Built 1997
$1,100,000
Subdivision Crestview
The home
About 16 Balustrade
Welcome to 16 Balustrade, nestled in the highly sought-after Hillside community of Foothill Ranch. Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac street, this charming 4-bedroom (4th bedroom currently used as bonus), 3-bath VIEW home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and location. Step inside to soaring ceilings that create a light and airy ambiance and beautiful engineered wood flooring that flows seamlessly throughout the home. The formal living room is currently styled as a home office, offering flexible space to suit today’s lifestyle. The bright and inviting kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and an adjacent dining area that opens to the spacious family room, highlighted by a cozy fireplace — perfect for everyday living and entertaining alike. Step outside to the covered patio, where you can unwind in a peaceful setting while enjoying breathtaking sunset and mountain views — an ideal backdrop for outdoor dining and evening relaxation. A private downstairs bedroom with its own bath and walk-in shower provides the perfect retreat for guests or extended family. Upstairs, the primary suite captures sweeping mountain views and offers a beautifully appointed bath with dark cabinetry, walk-in shower, and generous walk-in closet. Two additional secondary bedrooms provide ample space, including one with its own private walk-out patio showcasing stunning panoramic views. Save thousands a year with SOLAR POWER! Residents of Foothill Ranch enjoy resort-style amenities including a community pool, spa, clubhouse, multiple parks, sports courts, tennis courts, and library. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate direct access to scenic hiking and biking trails in nearby Whiting Ranch. Award-winning schools are within walking distance, and you’re just minutes from shopping, dining, and convenient toll road access. This turnkey home offers exceptional value in one of Foothill Ranch’s most desirable communities — and it won’t last long.
Property details for 16 Balustrade
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Crestview neighborhood of Lake Forest in Orange County. It offers 1,663 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1997. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 601-344-78. Highlights include city lights views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 3,049-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
- $1,100,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,663 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 3,049 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1997
- MLS® Number
- OC26044206
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $118 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26044206
- Year Built
- 1997
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,663
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 3,050
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.07
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- City Lights, Park Greenbelt
- HOA Dues
- $118
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Foothill Ranch
- Parcel Number
- 60134478
- On Market Date
- 2026-03-04
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer
- Appliances
- Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Roof
- Tile
- Lot Features
- Near Park
- Patio and Porch
- Front Porch, Patio
- Parking
- Door Multi, Driveway, Garage
- Fencing
- Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- Community, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community
- Sewer
- Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Crestview (FHCS)
- Community Features
- Biking, Foothills, Hiking, Near National Forest, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Sport Court, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 16 Balustrade
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2026 | Sold | $1,100,000 | |
| Mar 4, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,225,000 |
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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 16 Balustrade
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Foothill Ranch
- Middle
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- High
- Trabucco Hills
- District
- Saddleback Valley Unified
Living in Lake Forest covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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Listed by Brock Stoker of Bullock Russell RE Services
Listing information updated May 5, 2026 at 9:40 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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