Tucked away in the quiet hills of beachy San Clemente, this turnkey home offers a lifestyle unmatched. Located near the end of a cul-de-sac inside the prestigious El Encanto enclave of the greater Forster Ranch community, homes in this desirable neighborhood rarely come to market. Upon arrival, it's apparent the home showcases a high level of pride of ownership & strong curb appeal. Inside, two-story ceilings draw you into the open formal living & dining, all finished in new luxury vinyl plank flooring. French doors lead to the amazing backyard & pool beyond. A downstairs suite (currently office) shares a full bath with the lower level. In the main living, picture windows illuminate one open airy space with high ceilings across the kitchen & family room. The fire-warmed family room flows seamlessly into a chef's kitchen with a centered island, upgraded stainless appliances, true walk-in pantry & views out to the resort-like yard. The massive entertainer’s yard features a PebbleTec saltwater pool & spa with waterfall, multiple lounging patios, gas fireplace, BBQ island with bar seating & refrigeration, low-maintenance turf, lush landscaping & mature palms, side storage & ample yard area for gardening-all with exceptional privacy. The sunny yard offers a sense of serenity & space, surrounded by mature trees-very open & inviting. A dedicated laundry & spacious 3-car garage complete the lower level. Illuminated by a large skylight, a centered staircase leads to four bedrooms on the second floor. Three generous guest bedrooms share a full bathroom with dual sinks. The primary suite lives on its own wing at the rear with views of the yard beyond. In the primary, a fireplace warms a generous space with vaulted ceilings, a retreat, & a luxurious ensuite bathroom with a huge walk-in closet. Other values include: paid solar (26 panels), newer vinyl floors, new water heater, RO system, newer appliances, newer water softener, refinished kitchen cabinets, custom built-ins, and mature, manicured landscaping, among several other upgrades since taking ownership in 2005. Encompassed by rolling hills, greenbelts, parks, nearby community tennis courts & no Mello-Roos. Central to all that SC,DP, & SJC have to offer: golf courses, restaurants, top-rated schools, trail systems, world-class surf, sandy beaches, beach trails/bike paths, nearby Trader Joes & Sprouts, SC Pier, & the $700MM Dana Point Harbor remodel underway. Truly an opportunity to be someone’s next forever home.
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3
Square Feet
3,317
Lot Size
8,400 sqft
Year Built
1994
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
1
HOA Fee
$157/mo
Garage Total
3
MLS #
OC26141465
Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Built In Features, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, In Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, See Remarks, Storage, Tile Counters, Attic, Bedroom On Main Level, Primary Suite, Walk In Pantry, Walk In Closets
Flooring
Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Fireplace
Family Room, Free Standing, Gas, Gas Starter, Great Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Masonry, Primary Bedroom, Outside, Raised Hearth
Accessibility
Safe Emergency Egress From Home, Parking
Appliances
Built In Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater, Water Purifier
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Heating
Forced Air, Fireplaces, Natural Gas
Total Parking Spaces
6
Garage Spaces
3
Open Parking Spaces
3
Attached Garage
Yes
Parking Features
Concrete, Door Multi, Direct Access, Driveway Level, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Private, One Space, Side By Side
Patio & Porch
Rear Porch, Concrete, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Stone, Terrace
Fencing
Good Condition, Vinyl, Wrought Iron
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Sprinkler System, Smoke Detectors
Construction
Drywall, Glass, Concrete, Stucco
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Concrete
Direction Faced
Southwest
Lot Features
Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Near Park, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Trees
Pool Features
Gas Heat, Heated, In Ground, Pebble, Private, Salt Water
Spa Features
Heated, In Ground, Private
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public
Maintenance Grounds, Jogging Path, Picnic Area, Trails
Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Foothills, Fishing, Golf, Gutters, Hiking, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Water Sports, Park
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Balanced market
Avg. time on market
This is a Balanced Market. Homes are selling at a moderate pace.
Flood Risk
Minimal — not in a FEMA flood zone
Wildfire Risk
Moderate — near wildland-urban interface
Heat Risk
Low — moderate summer temperatures
Earthquake Risk
Southern California seismic zone
Based on price, location, and features
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