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25461 Pino Lane, Lake Forest, CA 92630

  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,234 sq ft
  • Built 1976

MLS# SW26237268 · Listed Nov 4, 2026 · 1 Day On Site

Subdivision Carefree El Toro

The home

About 25461 Pino Lane

LOCATION, POTENTIAL, AND OPPORTUNITY! First time on the market since the 1970s! If you've been searching for a home you can update to your own taste without paying a premium for someone else's renovations, this is an opportunity worth exploring! Located in the established Carefree El Toro community of Lake Forest, this two-story condo offers a functional floor plan, private outdoor space, a two-car garage, and convenient access to community amenities. Step inside and discover the possibilities! The main level features a spacious living area, convenient half bathroom, and a separate interior laundry room. Upstairs, all bedrooms are situated together along with a full bathroom featuring a tub and shower combination. The home's original retro finishes offer a unique opportunity for buyers looking to modernize a property and make it their own. Whether your vision includes a contemporary refresh or embracing some of its vintage character, this cosmetic fixer is ready for your personal touch! One of the best features of this property is its location within the community! The fenced backyard provides your own private outdoor space, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or creating a garden retreat. Even better, step through your backyard gate and onto the walkway leading directly to the community pool! Enjoy the convenience of having the pool just a short walk from your own backyard without having to drive or cross through the neighborhood. The Carefree El Toro HOA offers a clubhouse, swimming pool, and tennis court, adding to the appeal of this established community. With shopping, dining, parks, and commuter routes nearby, you'll appreciate the convenience of Lake Forest living. Why pay for someone else's design choices when you can create a home that fits your own style? With decades of ownership history, a desirable location near the pool, a two-car garage, and plenty of potential for cosmetic improvements, this property offers buyers an opportunity to create something special. Bring your ideas and see the possibilities for yourself!

Property details for 25461 Pino Lane

This 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo sits in the Carefree El Toro neighborhood of Lake Forest in Orange County. It has 1,234 square feet of living space and is listed at $699,000, about $566 per square foot. The home was built in 1976. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 933-020-40. Highlights include a community pool, an attached two-car garage, and central air.

Specifications

Home Details

General Features

Property Type
Condominium
MLS Number
SW26237268
Year Built
1976
Living Area (sq ft)
1,234
Living Area Source
Assessor
Lot Size (sq ft)
463,812
Lot Size (acres)
10.6477
Levels
Two
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
View
Neighborhood
HOA Dues
$380
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Name
Carefree El Toro Owners Association
Parcel Number
93302040
On Market Date
2026-11-04
Listing Terms
Probate Listing

Interior Features

Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
None
Laundry
Inside
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
One Common Wall
Accessibility
Safe Emergency Egress From Home
Rooms
Living Room, Bathroom

Exterior Features

Lot Features
Back Yard, Close To Clubhouse
Parking
Direct Access, Garage Faces Front, Garage
Fencing
Wood
Pool Features
Association
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Condition
Repairs Cosmetic
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Carefree El Toro
Community Features
Suburban
Association Amenities
Clubhouse, Pool, Tennis Courts

The record

Property History for 25461 Pino Lane

DateEventPriceNote
Nov 4, 2026 Listed for sale $699,000

No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.

Added by Realatrends Real Estate

Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 25461 Pino Lane

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 06059C0318J 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

Fiber: Cityside Fiber, up to 5,000 Mbps, at 95 of 116 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Cox Communications, up to 2,000 Mbps, at 116 of 116. DSL: AT&T, up to 100 Mbps, at 116 of 116.

FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590320271004, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.

EV charging

Nearest public charger 0.9 miles away (ChargePoint, 1 Level 2 port). 268 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
$
$5,739/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $69,900 down
Principal & interest$4,287
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$262
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$606
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$204
HOA from listing$380
$5,001/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $139,800 down
Principal & interest$3,811
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$606
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$204
HOA from listing$380
$4,525/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $209,700 down
Principal & interest$3,335
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$606
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$204
HOA from listing$380
Estimated carrying cost
$1,190/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.04%)$606
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$204
HOA from listing$380

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. 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.

Next steps

Buying 25461 Pino Lane

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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
189
Median price
$635,000
Median days on market
23
Median per sq ft
$590

Recorded MLS closings of condos, Oct 29, 2025 to Oct 29, 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 $566 per square foot, this home's asking price is close to the Lake Forest median of $590 for condos that closed in the past 12 months.

Recent Lake Forest sales

AddressClosedPriceSq ftPer sq ftDays on market
28392 Klondike Drive Oct 29, 2026 $750,000 1,256 $597 62
20702 El Toro 90 Oct 21, 2026 $485,500 916 $530 131
23222 Orange 4 Oct 19, 2026 $415,000 895 $464 133
23292 Orange Avenue 6 Oct 16, 2026 $400,000 928 $431 86
19015 Canyon Summit Oct 13, 2026 $565,000 1,038 $544 59

Schools

School District for 25461 Pino Lane

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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Listed by Lauren Espey of Century 21 Masters

Listing information updated Nov 5, 2026 at 6:18 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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