$1,225,000
3Beds3Baths1,684SqFt
21095 Skylark DriveLake Forest, CA 92630Meadowwood Homes
Sold
23861 Palmek Circle sold on July 27, 2026 for $1,210,000, 0.8% below the $1,220,000 asking price after 43 days on the market; it was first listed at $1,250,000. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
23861 Palmek Circle, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- 4 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,504 sq ft
- 7,523 sq ft lot
- Built 1964
$1,210,000
The home
About 23861 Palmek Circle
Newly Renovated | Romantic white house | Solar Powered|
Welcome to this stunning single-story white house which nestled on a quiet corner lot in the heart of Lake Forest. Thoughtfully redesigned by the current owner, this beautifully upgraded residence blends modern elegance with warmth, comfort, and timeless charm.
Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage, the home welcomes you with a spacious front yard adorned with a charming white fence, blooming flowers, and exceptional curb appeal.
Inside, the home showcases extensive renovations throughout, including new vinyl flooring, fresh interior paint, designer lighting, fully remodeled bathrooms, and a completely reimagined kitchen. The gourmet kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring quartz countertops and backsplash, custom cabinetry, and premium appliances including a new GE stove, oven, range hood, and refrigerator — perfect for both everyday living and entertaining.
Enclosed back patio can easily function as a fifth bedroom, family room, office, or entertainment space.
The spacious primary suite offers a beautifully renovated bathroom with designer tile, dual vanities, a walk-in shower, and stylish modern finishes. The guest bathroom has also been fully upgraded with new tile, vanity, fixtures, bathtub, shower system, and mirror.
Additional improvements include refreshed exterior paint, upgraded garage finishes, and numerous thoughtful enhancements throughout the property.
Step outside to a private and spacious backyard ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or creating your own outdoor retreat.
No HOA. No Mello-Roos. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, dining, and parks, with easy access to Irvine Spectrum, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, the 5 & 405 Freeways, and Toll Roads.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a beautifully renovated turnkey home in one of Lake Forest’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
Property details for 23861 Palmek Circle
This 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in Lake Forest in Orange County. It offers 1,504 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1964. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 617-045-15. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, a 7,523-square-foot lot, central air, and an updated 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
- $1,210,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,504 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 7,523 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1964
- MLS® Number
- WS26103072
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- WS26103072
- Year Built
- 1964
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,504
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 7,524
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1727
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Neighborhood
- Parcel Number
- 61704515
- On Market Date
- 2026-05-16
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Eat In Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Tile, Vinyl
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air, Wall Window Units
- Fireplace
- Gas Starter, Living Room
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 5
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Fencing
- Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Community Features
- Biking, Hiking, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 23861 Palmek Circle
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 27, 2026 | Sold | $1,210,000 | |
| May 16, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000 |
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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.
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 23861 Palmek 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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Listed by ZHENBO TANG of RE/MAX 2000 REALTY
Listing information updated Jul 27, 2026 at 7:22 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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