$1,485,000
5Beds3Baths2,963SqFt
22605 Wood Shadow LaneLake Forest, CA 92630
28581 Big Springs, Lake Forest, CA 92679
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,513 sq ft
- 6,050 sq ft lot
- Built 1990
$1,489,000
Subdivision Antigua
The home
About 28581 Big Springs
Welcome to 28581 Big Springs, a beautifully upgraded home nestled in the highly desirable Antigua tract in Portola Hills. Featuring a spacious and versatile floor plan with 4 bedrooms, a bonus room, and 3 full bathrooms — including a convenient downstairs bedroom and full bath — this residence offers the ideal blend of comfort, style, and functionality for modern living. Step inside to soaring vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and an open-concept layout designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The remodeled kitchen is the heart of the home, showcasing quartz countertops, Viking stainless steel appliances with built-in refrigerator, farmhouse sink, pendant lighting above center island, designer tile backsplash, a large walk-in pantry, and seamless flow into the spacious family room. Luxury vinyl plank wood flooring extends throughout the downstairs living areas, creating a warm and cohesive feel. The inviting family room features a beautifully remodeled fireplace with custom mantle, while the dedicated laundry room includes added storage and a utility sink for everyday convenience. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite with retreat, secondary bedrooms, and study loft provide flexible living space ideal for a media room, playroom, home office, or home gym. Designed to embrace Southern California indoor-outdoor living, the private backyard retreat is lushly landscaped and ideal for entertaining, complete with a built-in BBQ, spacious patio areas, and a remodeled spa with updated tile finishes. Additional upgrades include garage epoxy flooring, solar panels, and an electric vehicle charger for energy-efficient living. Located in one of South Orange County’s most sought-after neighborhoods near Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park, residents enjoy nearby pool, hiking and biking trails, award-winning schools, and convenient access to shopping, dining, and toll roads. This move-in ready home offers the perfect combination of upgraded living, privacy, and location.
Property details for 28581 Big Springs
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Antigua neighborhood of Lake Forest in Orange County. It offers 2,513 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,489,000, about $593 per square foot. The home was built in 1990. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 606-272-45. Highlights include a community pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached three-car garage, a 6,050-square-foot lot, central air, and an updated 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
- $1,489,000
- Days On Site
- 126 Days
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,513 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 6,050 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1990
- MLS® Number
- OC26115735
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $170 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26115735
- Year Built
- 1990
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,513
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,050
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1389
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- None
- HOA Dues
- $170
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Portola Hills HOA II
- Parcel Number
- 60627245
- On Market Date
- 2026-05-31
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom On Main Level, Jack And Jill Bath, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Barbecue, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Garden Windows, Plantation Shutters, Screens, Shutters
- Doors
- Double Door Entry, French Doors, Mirrored Closet Doors, Sliding Doors
- Rooms
- Entry Foyer, Kitchen, Bathroom, Dining Room, Other, Primary Bedroom, Family Room, Pantry, Laundry, Bonus Room
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Traditional
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Concrete, Tile
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Near Park, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Rear Porch, Brick, Concrete, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
- Parking
- Concrete, Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Driveway Up Slope From Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Storage
- Fencing
- Block, Stucco Wall
- Pool Features
- Community, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community
- Sewer
- Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Antigua (AT)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Foothills, Gutters, Hiking, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Trails
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 28581 Big Springs
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,574,475 | |
| Aug 5, 2022 | Sold | $1,399,000 | Coldwell Banker Realty |
| Dec 22, 2021 | Sold | $1,350,000 | Regency Real Estate Brokers |
| Dec 14, 2017 | Sold | $875,000 | Bullock Russell RE Services |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$11,395/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $148,900 down
Principal & interest$8,943
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$558
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$1,290
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$434
HOA from listing$170
$9,843/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $297,800 down
Principal & interest$7,949
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$1,290
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$434
HOA from listing$170
$8,849/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $446,700 down
Principal & interest$6,955
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$1,290
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$434
HOA from listing$170
Estimated carrying cost
$1,894/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$1,290
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$434
HOA from listing$170
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.03% (week of Sep 24, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Lake Forest rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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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 27, 2025 to Sep 27, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Lake Forest sales
At $593 per square foot, this home's asking price is 11% below the Lake Forest median of $663 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
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
School District for 28581 Big Springs
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Saddleback Valley Unified.
Living in Lake Forest covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Location
Location
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Listed by Gabriela Haimes of Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing information updated Sep 25, 2026 at 9:58 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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