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22602 Cottonwood Circle, Lake Forest, CA 92630

$1.15M3bd · 2ba · 1,301 sqft
Lot 5,250 sqft•HOA $304/mo•Single Family Residence•
Active
•46d on market•MLS# OC-26203056

Property Description

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.

Features & Amenities

FeeBuilt 1977

Property Details

Land Type
Fee
Year Built
1977
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Laminate
City
Lake Forest
Zip Code
92630
County
Orange
Listed bySunset Properties Real Estate, Randy Roberts

Mortgage Calculator

Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$5,815.00
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$919,996
Total Interest
$1,173,404
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$2,093,400
This calculator provides estimates only. Actual mortgage payments may include taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and PMI. Contact a lender for accurate quotes.

Comparative Market Analysis

Affordable Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

22602 Cottonwood Circle, Lake Forest, CA 92630

Lake Forest · Single Family Residence

$1.15M
Affordable Tier
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sqft
1,301
Lot
5,250 sqft
Year
1977
$/Sqft
$884
Pool: No✓
Spa: No✓
Garage: 2-car✓

Listed 7.0% below the median closed sale of $1,236,000. Price per sqft ($884) is a 38% premium to closed comps ($642). Closed comps sold at 100% of list — strong seller's market.

Price Position

Priced below the market — value advantage over the field.

Price advantage
Subject listed at $1.15M· $884/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $1.24M
−$86K (−7.0%)
Active comps
vs active median $1.12M
+$30K (+2.7%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $763
+$121 (+15.9%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
24201 JaggerLake Forest1972321,2244,752$821$1.00M10791
23001 Aspan StreetLake Forest1974321,3864,368$718$995,00014988
21752 Northwood LaneLake Forest1976321,5605,040$737$1.15M11385
24096 HurstLake Forest1972421,5404,784$727$1.12M10185
24236 Jagger StreetLake Forest1972421,5406,762$811$1.25M2384
Total: 5 · Average3.42.01,4505,141.2$762.8$1.10M98.6
Median1,540$1.12M

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
24395 Manzanita DriveLake Forest197709/18/2026331,7615,250$1.18M$1.24M$7021.052988
24451 Peacock St.Lake Forest197808/21/2026321,7234,250$1.25M$1.23M$7140.986286
24631 OverlakeLake Forest196906/22/2026421,9557,276$1.15M$1.15M$5881.009675
22482 Lake Forest LnLake Forest197604/28/2026432,0684,000$1.25M$1.25M$6041.004974
24281 SparrowLake Forest197704/27/2026432,1685,250$1.32M$1.30M$6020.984272
Total: 5 · Average3.62.61,9355,205.2$1.23M$1.23M$642—55.6
Median1,955$1.24M$1.24M

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

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Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.