Architect’s own home, equestrian zoned, amazing views to the ocean! Every inch of this home has been improved. This incredible residence is situated in the sought after, exclusive community of Montbury on the Hill, nestled in North Lake Forest. The community boasts wide streets, large lots surrounded by equestrian & hiking trails, & for your enjoyment, 4 community pickle ball courts & 2 tennis courts. Close to everything, yet you will feel like you are in the country! Come & sit on the front patio of this gorgeous home & enjoy the custom landscaping. Walk through the Dutch door entry into the great room. You will be amazed at the beauty, elegance, & warmth, enticing you to sit & stay awhile! Delight in the volume ceilings with custom beaming; two wood-burning fireplaces w/custom mantels; reading area & TV area; dining area illuminated by a beautiful Laura Lee chandelier; private side yard patio w/Eldorado Stone walls & the stunning beauty of the stone being carried through to the living area & to the backyard walls. The spacious great room is complimented with built-in cabinetry & 2 sets of paired French doors leading to the resort-style back yard. The bedroom/office situated off the great room is enhanced w/ custom beaming, built-in desks & bookcases, & an exercise area. The incredible kitchen is a chef’s delight w/ spacious Giallo Antico stone countertops, two stone sinks, two dishwashers, Viking side-by-side built-in refrigerator, Thermador double oven, Thermador 6-burner range-top with griddle, custom cabinetry, & pantry. White paneling provides elegance to the hallway, bathrooms, laundry room & bedrooms; built-in cabinetry throughout! The secondary bathroom is beautiful w/ white custom cabinetry, quartzite countertop w/ waterfall edge, & spacious shower w/ skylight. The secondary bedroom opens to a private patio & climb the ladder in this bedroom to a special ‘hang place.’ The main bedroom is one of beauty & perfect organization! The main bathroom boasts dual shower heads, soaking tub, white custom cabinetry & quartzite countertop w/ waterfall ends. The jaw dropping, resort-style backyard has incredible mountains, city lights, & sparkling ocean peek-a-boo views. A detached studio in the backyard was created by the Architect as his place for reflection & creative endeavors. The 3-car garage side yard area is perfect for your outdoor getaway items – a trailer, boat, or off-road vehicles. There is simply not enough space to describe this phenomenal home…
Sold for $2,250,000
Listed by: Regency Real Estate Brokers • Linda Danahy • Contact: 949-533-0122
Bought with: Redfin
$2,250,000
21701 Montbury Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92630
3beds
2,117sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1984
0.36 Acres Lot
$2,272,800 Zestimate®
$1,063/sqft
$5,556 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,272,800
$2.09M - $2.45M
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Wide streetsGreat roomBuilt-in cabinetryBuilt-in cabinetry throughoutDutch door entryThermador double ovenViking side-by-side built-in refrigerator
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Listed by:
Linda Danahy DRE #01003668 949-533-0122,
Regency Real Estate Brokers
Bought with:
Andrew Pollaro, DRE #01945811
Redfin
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26030318
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Art Studio, Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Loft, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Other, Pantry
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Closet, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Full Bath on Main Level, Multiple Shower Heads, Stone Counters, Remodeled, Soaking Tub
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Trash/Recycling, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Stone Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen, Walk-In Pantry
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), High Efficiency, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Gas, High Efficiency, Wall/Window Unit(s), Attic Fan
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater, Hot Water Circulator, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Softener, Water To Refrigerator, Water Heater, Water Purifier, Dryer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Block Walls, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Phone System, Paneling/Wainscoting, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Unfurnished, Wired for Data, Wired for Sound, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Loft, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Stone
- Doors: French Doors, Panel Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Custom Covering(s), Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Low-Emissivity Windows, Plantation Shutters, Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,117 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway Level, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Paved, See Remarks
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Front
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Open, Patio, Stone
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Gas Heat, Heated, In Ground, Permits, Private, Salt Water, Waterfall
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, In Ground, Permits, Private
- Fencing: Block,Excellent Condition,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Park/Greenbelt, Hills, Mountain(s), Ocean, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Ocean
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Front Yard, Garden, Horse Property, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Paved, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinkler System, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 61327112
- Special conditions: Trust
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Riding Trail
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Blown-In Insulation, Drywall, Ducts Professionally Air-Sealed, Frame, Stucco
- Foundation: Permanent, Slab
- Roof: Concrete,Fire Proof,Ridge Vents
Condition
- Additions/Alterations,Building Permit,Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry, Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Foothills, Gutter(s), Hiking, Horse Trails, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park
- Security: Prewired, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Detection System, Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights
- Subdivision: Montbury On The Hill (Mby)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Horse Trail(s), Pickleball, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- HOA fee: $200 monthly
- HOA name: Montbury HOA
- HOA phone: 949-855-1800
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,063/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $882,357
- Annual tax amount: $9,156
- Date on market: 2/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 26 days
- Listing terms: Cash to New Loan
- Inclusions: Kitchen refrigerator, washer, dryer
- Exclusions: List to be provided - Some pots, artistic items attached in backyard; garage refrigerator; all personal property items.
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/2/2026 | Sold | $2,250,000-10%$1,063/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC26030318 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2026 | Pending sale | $2,500,000$1,181/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC26030318 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000+381.7%$1,181/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC26030318 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2001 | Sold | $519,000+29.8%$245/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/1999 | Sold | $400,000$189/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,156 +1.9% | $882,357 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,988 +2.4% | $865,056 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,777 +1.8% | $848,095 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,619 +2% | $831,466 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,446 +6.1% | $815,163 +6.3% |
| 2020 | $7,959 | $766,756 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,959 +2.1% | $751,722 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,799 +4% | $736,983 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,498 | $722,533 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,498 +1.7% | $708,366 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $7,372 +3.5% | $697,726 +2% |
| 2014 | $7,124 | $684,059 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $680,968 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $667,616 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $654,526 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $649,635 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $651,180 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $638,412 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $625,895 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $613,623 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $601,592 +7.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $557,885 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $547,661 +5.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $519,000 +24.7% |
| 2001 | $4,423 +0.9% | $416,160 +2% |
| 2000 | $4,382 | $408,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92630
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Lake Forest Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Serrano Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 8/10El Toro High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lake Forest
- Middle: Serrano Intermediate
- High: El Toro
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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