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21251 Forest Meadow, Lake Forest, CA 92630

  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,164 sq ft
  • 4,051 sq ft lot
  • Built 1978

MLS# OC26197323 · Listed Oct 3, 2026 · New Today

The home

About 21251 Forest Meadow

Welcome to 21251 Forest Meadow—a charming, single-story home featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of beautifully updated living space, nestled in the scenic hills in highly desirable community.

From the moment you arrive, you’ll be captivated by its newly exterior paint, lush landscaping, and classic brick planters framing the front walkway. Step inside to an inviting, light-filled living room anchored by a traditional brick fireplace and framed by energy-efficient double-pane windows.

Completely updated throughout, this move-in-ready property seamlessly blends modern upgrades with timeless character. The bright, redesigned kitchen is a chef's delight, featuring newly purchased appliances, new pristine white cabinetry, updated granite countertops, and sleek new finishes. The kitchen opens directly to the dining area, where sliding glass doors lead out to a serene backyard completely fenced in and private—creating an effortless layout for everyday living and entertaining.

Every corner of the home feels refreshed with new interior paint, crisp lighting, and updated fixtures. The primary suite offers a peaceful retreat, while both bathrooms feature modern design choices that feel clean and stylish. Additional conveniences include an attached two-car garage complete with built-in cabinetry and laundry hookups.

Outside, your private backyard sanctuary awaits, featuring lush greenery, mature landscaping, and beautiful, open views of the adjacent park and surrounding hills—the perfect backdrop for morning coffee, weekend barbecues, or quiet evenings under the stars.

Located near Vintage Park with top-rated Saddleback Valley Unified schools, convenient 241 Toll Road access, shopping, dining, low taxes, no HOA, and no Mello-Roos, this home is the ultimate turn-key find. Schedule your private showing today!

Property details for 21251 Forest Meadow

This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Wind Rows neighborhood of Lake Forest in Orange County. It offers 1,164 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,100,000, about $945 per square foot. The home was built in 1978. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 837-371-53. Highlights include city lights and hill views, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, a 4,051-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
New Today
Bedrooms
3
Inside Area (SqFt)
1,164 sqft
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
N/A
Lot Size
4,051 SqFt
Year Built
1978
MLS® Number
OC26197323
Status
Active
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
N/A
Sq Ft Source
Assessor

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
OC26197323
Year Built
1978
Living Area (sq ft)
1,164
Living Area Source
Assessor
Lot Size (sq ft)
4,050
Lot Size (acres)
0.093
Levels
One
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
View
City Lights, Park Greenbelt, Hills, Trees Woods
Parcel Number
83737153
On Market Date
2026-10-03
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Storage, Unfurnished, All Bedrooms Down, Attic, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven
Flooring
Vinyl
Heating
Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Fireplace
Dining Room, Family Room, Gas
Laundry
In Garage
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Double Pane Windows
Doors
Sliding Doors
Rooms
Primary Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Dining Room, Attic, Bedroom, Office, Living Room, Family Room

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Craftsman
Lot Features
Back Yard, Cul De Sac, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Yard
Patio and Porch
Concrete, Covered, Open, Patio, Porch
Parking
Concrete, Door Multi, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Private
Fencing
Block, Brick, Good Condition, Wood
Pool Features
None
Spa
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Condition
Updated Remodeled
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Wind Rows (WR)
Community Features
Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Foothills, Fishing, Hiking, Park

The record

Property History for 21251 Forest Meadow

DateEventPriceNote
Oct 3, 2026 Listed for sale $1,100,000

Cost of ownership

Estimated monthly payment

7.03% · 30-yr fixed
$
$8,293/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $110,000 down
Principal & interest$6,606
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$413
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$953
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$321
HOANot reported, not included
$7,146/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $220,000 down
Principal & interest$5,872
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$953
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$321
HOANot reported, not included
$6,412/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $330,000 down
Principal & interest$5,138
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$953
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$321
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$1,274/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$953
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$321
HOANot reported, not included

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. 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

This home, asking 12-month median Recent sales, listed below

At $945 per square foot, this home's asking price is 43% above the Lake Forest median of $663 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.

Recent Lake Forest sales

AddressClosedPriceSq ftPer sq ftDays 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 21251 Forest Meadow

As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.

Elementary
Lake Forest
Middle
Serrano
High
Trabucco Hills
District
Saddleback Valley Unified

Living in Lake Forest covers its schools, parks and beaches.

Location

Location

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Listed by Kelly Mcleod of Keller Williams Realty

Listing information updated Oct 3, 2026 at 2:53 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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