VILLA SERENA residence in the sought-after Gate 11 neighborhood of the Laguna Woods senior community. This popular single-level three-bedroom, two-bath floorplan boasts nearly 1600 square feet of living space. This residence has excellent curb appeal and is situated on a quiet street far from busy roads and noisy highways. There are two outdoor patios: a front courtyard paved with stone tiles and surrounded by tasteful landscaping plus a large second covered rear patio. These two outdoor areas provide versatile outdoor dining and entertaining options. The large central living room has a high vaulted ceiling with wood beams and skylights, wood-burning fireplace, wet bar and direct access to the back patio. The adjacent dining area also opens to the patio. The kitchen features ample storage and counterspace, stainless steel appliances, a cozy breakfast nook and a lovely view of the front courtyard from the kitchen window. The primary bedroom features vaulted ceilings and direct access to the rear patio. The primary bathroom has dual sinks & a sunken tub/shower combo. Either of the two guest bedrooms could serve as a terrific home office, gym, sewing room or arts and crafts studio. A service door has been added to one of the guest bedrooms allowing direct access to the garage. Additional features include central HVAC, recessed lighting and ceiling fans in both guest bedrooms. The interior has been freshly painted and new carpeting has been installed. The oversized garage contains huge storage capacity, washer-dryer hookups and space for two vehicles plus golf cart. In addition to the garage, the driveway can accommodate two additional vehicles. Plus, there is ample street parking for visitors. This home has mostly original features and offers a tremendous opportunity for a new owner to customize to their personal taste with upgrades or a full remodel. Do not miss!
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms On Main Level: 3
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 Bathrooms: 1
- Bathrooms On Main Level: 2
- Bathroom 1 Features: Low Flow Toilet(s), Shower, Shower in Tub, Double Sinks in Primary Bath, Main Floor Full Bath
Interior Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- High Ceilings
- Recessed Lighting
- Stone Counters
- Wet Bar
- Door Features: Mirror Closet Door(s), Service Entrance, Sliding Doors
- Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile
- Window Features: Blinds, Screens, Skylight(s)
Appliances
- Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Appliances YN: Yes
- Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup
Other Rooms
- Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite
- Exercise Room: Yes
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Fireplace: Yes
- Heating Features: Central
- Heating: Yes
Kitchen and Dining
- Breakfast Room Description: Breakfast Nook, Dining Ell
- Kitchen Features: Stone Counters
Exterior and Lot Features
- Rain Gutters
- Patio And Porch Features: Patio YN: Yes, Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Tile
Pool and Spa
- Pool Features: Association
- Spa Features: Spa: Yes, Spa Features: Association
Manufactured and Mobile Info
- Builder Model: Villa Serena
Land Info
- Lot Description: Landscaped
- Lot Size Acres: 0.0365473
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Lot Size Square Feet: 1592
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Description: Attached
- Parking Features: Parking YN: Yes, Parking Features: Assigned, Direct Garage Access, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener, Permit Required
- Parking Total: 2
Home Features
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Golf Course, Tennis Court(s), Paddle Tennis, Bocce Ball Court, Other Courts, Horse Trails, Gym/Ex Room, Clubhouse, Billiard Room, Card Room, Banquet Facilities, Recreation Room, Meeting Room, Common RV Parking, Cable TV, Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Sewer, Water, Pets Permitted, Management, Security, Controlled Access, Maintenance Front Yard
- Association Fee: 816
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 816
- Senior Community: Yes
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Curbs, Golf, Gutters, Horse Trails, Stable(s), Sidewalks, Street Lights
Other Property Info
- Source Listing Status: Active Under Contract
- County: Orange
- Directions: Enter Gate 11 off Santa Maria. Right on Avenida Despacio. Left on Duenas. House on left.
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Area: LW - Laguna Woods
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: Leisure World (LW)
- Parcel Number: 93279257
- Subdivision: Leisure World (LW)
- Property Subtype: Condominium
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1592
- Year Built: 1973
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Entry Level: 1
- Entry Location: 1
- Living Area Source: Assessor
- Property Age: 51
- Levels or Stories: One
- Building Total Stories: 1
- Structure Type: House
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Accessibility Features
- Grab Bars In Bathroom(s)
- No Interior Steps
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Public