$1,590,000
5Beds3Baths2,937SqFt
28811 Vista AlisoLake Forest, CA 92679Alderwood
28782 Vista Saddleback, Lake Forest, CA 92679
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,823 sq ft
- 3,999 sq ft lot
- Built 1988
$1,199,900
Subdivision Alderwood
Open house
Open House
The home
About 28782 Vista Saddleback
Highly Desirable Neighborhood! NOT AT FRWY, DOES NOT BACK TO BUSY STREET. Peaceful location in upscale Portola Hills. You won't find a nicer home or location in this price range! Detached 1823 sq ft, 4BD, 2.5BA, 2-CAR Direct Access Garage with MOUNTAIN VIEW. Home is MOVE-IN-READY. Situated on quiet CUL-DE-SAC, bright beautiful DOUBLE DOOR ENTRY w/ front-to-back door alignment showcases an ELEGANT FANLIGHT WINDOW and a straight shot view of low maintenance, pretty backyard. The Formal Living & Dining Rooms boast soaring VAULTED CEILINGS and NEW CONTEMPORARY FIXTURES. The sunny Kitchen is open to Dining Nook, perfect for chatting it up while cooking. The comfortable Gathering Room features a COZY REAL WOOD BURNING (or gas) FIREPLACE and a wonderful space for socializing or relaxing. Sliders lead to PRIVATE FENCED BACKYARD with a shade PERGOLA, NEW LANDSCAPING, ACCENT LIGHTING, all NEW SPRINKLER VALVES, and amazing BLACKBERRY BUSHES. Patio is perfect for morning coffee or entertaining. Entire first level has 7" BASEBOARDS, REPIPED with Pex, RECESSED LIGHTING and stunning 100% WATERPROOF Malibu 22mm PREMIUM WIDE PLANK FLOORING. The second level has NEW CARPETING, upgraded electrical outlet at linen cabinet and NEW LIGHT FIXTURE. The SIZABLE PRIMARY SUITE provides the perfect RETREAT w/ two oversized mirrored closet doors, CEILING FAN and windows that let the sunshine flood in. Pretty EN SUITE BATH has a DUAL VANITY and a separate water closet. Three more bedrooms down the hall and another bath offer flexibility for family, guests or HOME OFFICE. But wait there's more, a spacious 2-car garage (or MAN CAVE, PILATES, KIDS PLAY space etc) featuring CUSTOM CABINETRY, rubber interlocking tile flooring, 50" SMART TV, Craftsman 7-drawer WORKBENCH, garage refrigerator, STAINLESS STEEL PEGBOARD, screen door etc. Perfect setup for a pool table, air hockey, pingpong table, jukebox etc. or just hang out and watch the big game. Please note that there is also a 2-CAR DRIVEWAY. Nearby parks, scenic hiking & biking trails, COMMUNITY POOL & SPA, tennis, pickleball, AMAZING CLUBHOUSE w/ kitchen, gym, SAUNA and VOLLEYBALL. Not just a home, it's an ELEVATED LIFESTYLE! Convenient access to shopping, dining, and the 241 Toll Road. This home is in one of the MOST DESIRABLE OC COMMUNITIES and in highly regarded SADDLEBACK VALLEY UNIFED SCHL DISTRICT. Portola Hills Elementary within walking distance is comparable to a private school. Low Hoa dues, low tax rate and NO MELLO ROOS.
Property details for 28782 Vista Saddleback
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Alderwood neighborhood of Lake Forest in Orange County. It offers 1,823 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,199,900, about $658 per square foot. The home was built in 1988. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 606-192-03. Highlights include hill and mountain views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, a 3,999-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
- $1,199,900
- Days On Site
- 43 Days
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,823 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 3,999 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1988
- MLS® Number
- OC26178813
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $148 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26178813
- Year Built
- 1988
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,823
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,000
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0918
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Hills, Mountains, Trees Woods
- HOA Dues
- $148
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- PORTOLA HILLS 1
- Parcel Number
- 60619203
- On Market Date
- 2026-08-22
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans, Cathedral Ceilings, Eat In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Up, Walk In Pantry
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Skylights
- Doors
- Double Door Entry, Mirrored Closet Doors, Sliding Doors
- Rooms
- Family Room, Bathroom, Pantry, Bedroom
Exterior Features
- Roof
- Composition, Shingle
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Front Porch, Patio
- Parking
- Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Fencing
- Excellent Condition, Wood
- Pool Features
- Heated, In Ground, Association
- Spa
- Association, Heated, In Ground
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Alderwood (AW)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Foothills, Hiking, Mountainous, Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Management, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Sauna, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts
- Security
- Prewired
The record
Property History for 28782 Vista Saddleback
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,225,000 |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$9,194/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $119,990 down
Principal & interest$7,206
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$450
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$1,040
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$350
HOA from listing$148
$7,944/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $239,980 down
Principal & interest$6,406
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$1,040
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$350
HOA from listing$148
$7,143/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $359,970 down
Principal & interest$5,605
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$1,040
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$350
HOA from listing$148
Estimated carrying cost
$1,538/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$1,040
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$350
HOA from listing$148
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 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Lake Forest sales
At $658 per square foot, this home's asking price is close to 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 28782 Vista Saddleback
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 Ginger Aliotta of HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
Listing information updated Oct 1, 2026 at 2:15 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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