

11261 Kensington, Rossmoor, CA 90720
- 5 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,939 sq ft
- 8,416 sq ft lot
- Built 1960
Open house
Open House
The home
About 11261 Kensington
Welcome to this beautifully updated Tudor-style home in the heart of Rossmoor. Offering 2,939 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space on an oversized 8,415-square-foot lot, this exceptional property has been lovingly expanded, updated, and meticulously maintained by the original owner’s family for more than 65 years. Step through the mahogany arched front door into a warm and inviting interior featuring soaring wood-beamed ceilings and an open-concept floor plan. The spacious living room is highlighted by a striking floor-to-ceiling stone accent wall and a custom fireplace mantel, creating the perfect gathering space. The remodeled kitchen blends timeless charm with everyday functionality, showcasing custom wood cabinetry, Corian countertops, a handcrafted wood range hood, double ovens, a gas cooktop, and a built-in wine refrigerator. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized custom rooms and a convenient Jack-and-Jill bathroom. In addition to the bedroom, there is a spacious bonus room offering incredible flexibility with a beautiful turret,stained-glass windows, a wet bar, and the option to serve as a family room, fifth bedroom, guest suite, office, or private in-law quarters. Step outside to your own peaceful backyard retreat, where mature fruit trees provide year-round privacy and shade, creating the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining family and friends. Other amenities include a new 50 year roof and a three zone air conditioning system. Ideally located within the award-winning Los Alamitos Unified School District and just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, and the beach, this one-of-a-kind home combines timeless character, modern updates, and an unbeatable location. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to make this house your forever home.
Property details for 11261 Kensington
This 5-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in Rossmoor in Orange County. It offers 2,939 square feet of living space and is listed at $2,190,000, about $745 per square foot. The home was built in 1960. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 086-562-19. Highlights include a spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, an 8,416-square-foot lot, central air, and a turnkey 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
- $2,190,000
- Days On Site
- 85 Days
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,939 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 8,416 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1960
- MLS® Number
- PW26149867
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Plans
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- PW26149867
- Year Built
- 1960
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,939
- Living Area Source
- Plans
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 8,415
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1932
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 5
- View
- Neighborhood
- Parcel Number
- 08656219
- On Market Date
- 2026-07-10
- Listing Terms
- Standard, Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Separate Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, In Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Solid Surface Counters, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows
- Rooms
- Bonus Room, Bathroom, Kitchen, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Family Room
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Tudor
- Roof
- Composition
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Sprinkler System
- Patio and Porch
- Patio
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage
- Fencing
- Block
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- In Ground
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Private
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- None
- Community Features
- Curbs, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
The record
Property History for 11261 Kensington
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2026 | Listed for sale | $2,275,000 |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixedEstimate 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 Orange County rate. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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Schools
Schools for 11261 Kensington
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Lee
- Middle
- Oak/Mcauliffe
- High
- Los Alamitos
- District
- Los Alamitos Unified
Location
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Listed by Kathleen Tomblin of The Westwood Real Estate Group
Listing information updated Oct 1, 2026 at 7:22 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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