22602 Cottonwood Circle, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,301 sq ft
- 5,250 sq ft lot
- Built 1977
$1,149,995
Est. $7,906/mo with 20% down, 30-year fixed
$884 a sq ft against a $665 Deane Lake Homes median. Ask how it comparesSubdivision Deane Lake Homes
6 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,390,000
The home
About 22602 Cottonwood Circle
Currently the lowest priced detached home in the Hidden Lakes/Beach & Tennis Club community! End of a cul-de-sac street location just a short distance from the lake, this single-story residence offers a comfortable, functional floor plan with stylish finishes and plenty of natural light throughout. Showcasing a new modern kitchen, new primary bath, engineered flooring, new baseboards, fresh interior paint and two roof-top solar systems. The living room features a gas fireplace and flows seamlessly together, with the formal dining and kitchen area creating an ideal setting for both everyday living and entertainment. The kitchen has quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets with soft-close drawers and doors, stainless farm-style sink, a beautiful center island that will accommodate three to four bar style chairs, a glass slider for direct backyard access, and a generous dining area positioned in front of a large picture window. There are 3 bedrooms with ceiling fans, and two bathrooms, providing flexibility for family and guests. The first bedroom is located behind double glass doors and could also be used as a den. The second bedroom and guest bath is located down the hallway adjacent to the indoor laundry room that has both gas and 220 volt for dryer options and features a door for direct access to the side yard and rear garage entrance. The primary bedroom has large slider for direct backyard access, and a cedar-lined closet with built-in dresser and shelves. The primary bath has a sliding barn door entry and complete recent upgrade with beautiful walk-in frameless shower. Outside, the private backyard offers a peaceful extension of the living space with room to relax, dine, or entertain. Besides the 2-car garage, there is a 41'x24' driveway, an additional 26'x19' gated storage area, and the backyard measures 48'x31'. Beyond the home, residents enjoy the unique lifestyle that comes with living in this sought-after community, including access to a private lake and an array of recreational amenities like fishing, kayaking & paddle boarding. Home ownership includes membership to the Lake Forest Beach & Tennis Club which provides next-level lakefront recreation with multiple swimming pools, spa, a large swim lagoon, tennis, pickleball, basketball and volleyball courts, fitness room, BBQ, and clubhouse facilities with billiards. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, hiking, parks, highly regarded schools and freeways and toll roads.
Property details for 22602 Cottonwood Circle
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Deane Lake Homes neighborhood of Lake Forest in Orange County. It has 1,301 square feet of living space on a 5,250-square-foot lot and is listed at $1,149,995, about $884 per square foot. The home was built in 1977. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 617-374-32. Highlights include a community pool and spa, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, and central air.
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Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26203056
- Year Built
- 1977
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,301
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 5,250
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1205
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Neighborhood
- HOA Dues
- $304
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Lake Forest Community Association
- Parcel Number
- 61737432
- On Market Date
- 2026-09-17
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Quartz Counters
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop
- Flooring
- Laminate
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas, Living Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Accessibility
- No Stairs
- Rooms
- Primary Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Dining Room, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Cul De Sac, Street Level
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage
- Pool Features
- Salt Water, Association
- Spa
- Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Deane Lake Homes (DL)
- Community Features
- Fishing, Lake
- Association Amenities
- Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Sport Court, Dock, Fire Pit, Meeting Room, Meeting Banquet Party Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts
The record
Property History for 22602 Cottonwood Circle
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | Price reduced | $1,149,995 | From $1,249,995 |
| Sep 17, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,249,995 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 22602 Cottonwood Circle
We looked up this home's map point in public government maps. These facts are not part of the MLS listing.
Hazard zones
- Flood zone
Zone X, area of minimal flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0314J effective December 3, 2009. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Not in a fire hazard severity zone on the State Fire Marshal's map.
CAL FIRE, State Fire Marshal map for Local Responsibility Areas, March 24, 2025. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Earthquake fault zone
Outside the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones.
California Geological Survey, Earthquake Fault Zones. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Liquefaction zone
Outside the liquefaction zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Lake Forest quadrangle, released January 17, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Lake Forest quadrangle, released January 17, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 13 of 13 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 10 Mbps, at 13 of 13. Fixed wireless: T-Mobile, up to 100 Mbps, at 13 of 13.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590524104005, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.3 miles away (ChargePoint, 1 Level 2 port). 401 public charging ports within 3 miles.
U.S. Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center. Straight-line distance. Checked October 15, 2026.
These facts are for the listing's map point, which can sit off the lot. A zone line can also cross a lot, and agencies revise their maps. In cities, the fire zone line follows the State Fire Marshal's 2025 map; each city adopts its own map and may add areas. These lines are not a Natural Hazard Disclosure. Check the official maps and the seller's disclosures before you rely on them. Sources for the earthquake zone lines: Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones (2025). Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Seismic Hazard Zones (2025).
Official maps
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.24% · 30-yr fixed$
$9,120/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $115,000 down
Principal & interest$7,053
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$431
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$997
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$335
HOA from listing$304
$7,906/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $229,999 down
Principal & interest$6,270
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$997
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$335
HOA from listing$304
$7,122/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $344,999 down
Principal & interest$5,486
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$997
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$335
HOA from listing$304
Estimated carrying cost
$1,636/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$997
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$335
HOA from listing$304
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.24% (week of Oct 29, 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.
Deane Lake Homes home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 6
- Median price
- $1,390,000
- Median days on market
- 20
- Median per sq ft
- $665
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 27, 2025 to Oct 27, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Deane Lake Homes sales
At $884 per square foot, this home's asking price is 33% above the Deane Lake Homes median of $665 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Deane Lake Homes sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24395 Manzanita Drive | Sep 18, 2026 | $1,236,000 | 1,761 | $702 | 4 |
| 22839 Ridge Route Lane | Jul 7, 2026 | $1,500,000 | 2,118 | $708 | 111 |
| 22761 Islamare Lane | Jun 18, 2026 | $1,530,000 | 2,436 | $628 | 69 |
| 22702 Islamare | Apr 30, 2026 | $1,220,000 | 2,351 | $519 | 8 |
| 22576 Lake Forest Lane | Apr 22, 2026 | $2,100,000 | 2,333 | $900 | 26 |
Schools
School District for 22602 Cottonwood Circle
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Saddleback Valley Unified.
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Listing information updated Oct 28, 2026 at 11:43 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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