Sold
24851 Stem sold on August 7, 2026 for $1,242,000, 3.6% above the $1,199,000 asking price after 90 days on the market, including an earlier listing. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
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24851 Stem, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,152 sq ft
- 7,000 sq ft lot
- Built 1965
$1,242,000
The home
About 24851 Stem
Welcome to 24851 Stem Avenue, a beautifully renovated home tucked away on a spacious cul-de-sac in one of Lake Forest's most desirable neighborhoods. Offering 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and approximately 2,152 square feet of living space on a generous 7,000-square-foot lot, this move-in-ready residence blends modern style with everyday comfort.
Step inside to discover a bright, open floor plan featuring new flooring, fresh interior and exterior paint, updated lighting, and a completely remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances. The spacious living and family rooms provide multiple gathering spaces, while large windows fill the home with natural light.
Upstairs, the generously sized bedrooms offer flexibility for families, guests, or a home office. The primary suite provides a private retreat with an updated bathroom and ample closet space.
The backyard is designed for Southern California living, featuring a sparkling pool, expansive patio, and plenty of room for entertaining, relaxing, or creating your own outdoor oasis. The oversized pie-shaped lot offers exceptional privacy and usable space rarely found in the neighborhood.
Additional upgrades include dual-pane ENERGY STAR® windows, central heating and air conditioning, recessed lighting, modern finishes throughout, and an attached two-car garage.
Conveniently located just minutes from shopping (Trader Joes, REI, Etc), restaurants, parks, major freeways, and highly regarded Saddleback Valley schools, this home offers the perfect combination of style, comfort, and location. With NO HOA and a turnkey interior, this is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated home in the heart of Lake Forest.
Property details for 24851 Stem
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in Lake Forest in Orange County. It offers 2,152 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1965. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 619-023-27. Highlights include a private pool, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 7,000-square-foot lot, central air, and traditional architecture. 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
- $1,242,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,152 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 7,000 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1965
- MLS® Number
- OC26148442
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26148442
- Year Built
- 1965
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,152
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 7,000
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1607
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- None
- Private Pool
- Yes
- Parcel Number
- 61902327
- On Market Date
- 2026-07-08
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Separate Formal Dining Room, All Bedrooms Up
- Appliances
- Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Laminate
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Gas Dryer Hookup
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Traditional
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Patio and Porch
- Covered
- Parking
- Garage
- Pool Features
- Private
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Community Features
- Sidewalks
The record
Property History for 24851 Stem
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2026 | Sold | $1,242,000 | |
| Jul 20, 2026 | Status changed to Pending | From Active | |
| Jul 8, 2026 | Relisted | $1,199,000 | |
| Jul 29, 2025 | Sold | $1,000,000 | Regency Real Estate Brokers |
| Nov 16, 2012 | Sold | $450,000 | FRONTIER REALTY |
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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
- 487
- Median price
- $1,400,000
- Median days on market
- 19
- Median per sq ft
- $663
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 4, 2025 to Oct 4, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Lake Forest sales
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21052 Kensington Lane | Oct 2, 2026 | $1,250,000 | 2,283 | $548 | 122 |
| 11 Silver Spruce Court | Oct 2, 2026 | $1,637,600 | 3,331 | $492 | 117 |
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Schools
Schools for 24851 Stem
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Del Cerro
- Middle
- Los Alisos
- High
- Mission Viejo
- District
- Saddleback Valley Unified
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Listed by Gary Wat of Keller Williams Realty
Listing information updated Aug 26, 2026 at 8:43 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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