5500 Paseo Del Lago W Unit 1A · Laguna Woods, CA 92637

$425,000

2 bd · 2.0 ba · 1,260 sqft · Condo public records · 217 Days on market

Built 1977 $337/sqft · 23% below area Est $552k · 23% under $879/mo HOA · 25% of rent

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Why this score? — see what drove the D+ grade

The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).

• ARV discount +15.0/15.0
• Appreciation +7.9/10.0
• Cash flow +6.6/30.0
• Schools +5.6/10.0
• Rent growth +4.2/5.0
• Livability +3.6/5.0
• 1% rule +3.2/10.0
• Condition / age +2.5/5.0
• DSCR +0.8/10.0

Listing remarks MLS

From your car to your front door with NO STAIRS! This EL MIRADOR plan has everything you need! EVEN a Clear First Inspection ! Ready to go! Underground covered parking with easy elevator access – truly effortless living. Welcome home to one of the largest floor plans in this charming 3-story building in Laguna Woods—offering 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and approximately 1,260 square feet of comfortable, 55+ friendly living. This spacious condo enjoys a quiet north-facing back patio, with peaceful views over mature trees and the small, low-traffic elementary school behind. With no immediate neighbors looking in, the privacy here is something special—and absolutely worth the trade-off. Inside, the condo has been thoughtfully upgraded for easy, modern living: brand-new windows and sliders, durable vinyl plank wood-style flooring, a refreshed primary suite Bathroom, and an updated kitchen. The generous layout makes this home feel open, bright, and incredibly livable— A covered patio extends your living space outdoors, giving you the perfect spot for morning coffee, bird-watching, or just enjoying the quiet breeze. The current vibrant paint colors add cheer and personality, but a quick update to soft neutral tones can easily make it feel like your own. And of course, you’re in Laguna Woods, one of Orange County’s premier 55+ guard-gated communities. Residents enjoy world-class amenities including GOLF, pools, clubhouses, fitness centers, over 200 clubs, walking paths, and a true sense of community. It’s quiet, it’s secure, and it’s wonderfully social—exactly what so many are looking for in their next chapter. If you want convenience, space, privacy, and access to everything Laguna Woods has to offer, this is the one you’ve been waiting for.

Key facts

• Brand-new windows
• Easy elevator access
• $879 HOA

Tags

• UNDERGROUND COVERED PARKING
• EASY ELEVATOR ACCESS
• QUIET NORTH-FACING BACK PATIO
• VIEWS OVER MATURE TREES
• BRAND-NEW WINDOWS
• DURABLE VINYL PLANK FLOORING

What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

• This is a 2-bed/2.0-bath condo listed at $425k.

Deal economics

• At list price, monthly cash flow is $-707 ($-8k/yr) — negative.
• To cash-flow at today's rent, offer at most $300k (29.4% below list).
• To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $348k (18.0% below list).
• Recommended offer: $300k (29.4% below list) — sets the bar for cash-flow.
• Cap rate 4.3% vs local median 2.4% in Laguna Woods — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

• Location reads 72/100 on livability (#200 in CA) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: crime A+, commute A+; Watch: schools C-, amenities D+, cost of living F.
• Saddleback Valley Unified (suburban): math 51% / reading 73% proficiency, ranked #67 of 517 in CA (top 13%) — acceptable for families but not a draw, mixed tenant base, ~2y average lease.
• Market conditions: Rents rising fast (+6.8%/yr); 191 active listings in the ZIP; 40 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals at typical pace (median 25d on market — plan ~3-4 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); 42% of comp listings sitting > 30 days — soft ceiling on asking rent; 6,974 units permitted in Orange County in 2024 (3,839 in 5+ unit buildings).
• At $3,483/mo this rent would consume 71% of the median local household income ($59k/yr) (locally 1572% of renters already pay >50% of income on rent) — very limited rent-growth headroom before tenants either downsize or default.

Forward outlook

• In year one you build about $28k of equity ($3k loan paydown + $25k appreciation (5.9% local appreciation)).
• Orange County population projected at +14% by 2050 — modest demand growth; plan on rents tracking national, not racing it.
• By year 2, paydown + projected appreciation supports a ~$45k cash-out refi (75% LTV) — recoverable capital for the next deal without selling this one.

Negotiation context

• It's been on market 217 days — a 12% lower offer ($374k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
• 5 sale attempts since 19y ago; this cycle's ask has dropped $65k (13%) from the opening price — seller is motivated, your offer sets the floor, not the list.
• Current owner paid $170k; list at $425k implies a 150% gain — meaningful room to come down on a strong offer.

Risks & watch-outs

• Watch-outs: HOA is 25% of rent.

Recommended offer $300,031 (29.4% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

1. What do current leases actually rent for vs. the listed asking? Can we see a recent rent roll and the last 12 months of T-12 income?
2. It's been on market 217 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 29% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
3. Built in 1977 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
4. What does the HOA fee cover, when was the last increase, and are there any pending special assessments or reserve-fund shortfalls?
5. Any open or pending special assessments — roof, HVAC, plumbing, elevator, façade? What's the per-unit balance and payoff schedule, and is the seller paying it off at close or rolling it to the buyer?
6. Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
7. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
8. The area grade is low — what's the realistic commute time and amenity access for the typical tenant pool here? Any planned neighborhood developments (good or bad) we should know about?
9. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
10. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
11. How much new apartment / multifamily construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply (>2% of stock underway) typically softens rents 12–24 months out; light construction supports rent growth.

Investment metrics

• 1% rule: 0.82% ✗
• Cap rate: 4.30%
• Cash-on-cash: -7.13%
• DSCR: 0.68
• GRM: 10.2

CMA / ARV

• ARV (median comp): $551,914
• List price: $425,000
• Delta: -23.00%
• Verdict: UNDERPRICED
• Comps: 20 within 1.0 mi

Projected returns pro-forma

5.88% appreciation · 6.79% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold

• IRR: 10.9%
• Equity multiple: 1.75×
• Total profit: $88,886
• Equity at exit: $264,058

10-year hold

• IRR: 13.4%
• Equity multiple: 3.78×
• Total profit: $330,887
• Equity at exit: $476,191

Cash invested: $119,000 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

• Overall (STATE): 18 Strongly Tenant-Friendly
• State California: 18 Strongly Tenant-Friendly · D+13
• County: — inherits STATE
• City: — inherits STATE

AB1482 statewide rent cap (10% + CPI). Cities (SF/LA/Berkeley) layer stricter rules. Just-cause statewide.

Methodology + full state rankings →

ZIP-level market 92637

• Home prices YoY: 3.4%
• Rents YoY: 6.8%
• Active inventory: 191
• Price-to-rent: 10.2×

Monthly cashflow live

• Estimated rent: $3,483 high
• Mortgage (P&I): −$2,229
• Tax from tax record: −$174 /mo · $2,093/yr
• Insurance: −$177
• HOA: −$879
• Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt: −$731
• Net cashflow: $-707

Break-even live

Break-even rent $4,379

Max offer price $300,031

Occupancy floor —

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

• Down payment: $106,250
• Closing costs: $12,750
• Reserves months: —
• Total cash needed: —

Rent comps 40 comps

Address	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent	$/sqft	DOM	Units	Dist
3092 Via Serena N Unit D Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	989	$2,700	$2.73	17d	1	0.31mi
3336 Punta Alta Unit 3D Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1162	$3,500	$3.01	19d	1	0.33mi
5438 Via Carrizo Unit A Laguna Woods, CA	3.0	2.0	1612	$4,400	$2.73	43d	1	0.43mi
22361 Torino Laguna Hills, CA	3.0	2.0	1290	$6,500	$5.04	43d	1	0.46mi
3054 Via Serena S Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	950	$3,500	$3.68	43d	1	0.48mi
24055 Paseo del Lago #963 Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1100	$3,400	$3.09	24d	1	0.48mi
24055 Paseo del Lago #960 Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1200	$3,950	$3.29	43d	1	0.48mi
23580 Milano Unit 2 Laguna Hills, CA	3.0	2.0	1300	$3,800	$2.92	17d	1	0.54mi
3356 Monte Hermosa Unit N Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1188	$3,400	$2.86	4d	1	0.55mi
3037 Via Vis Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1000	$2,600	$2.60	19d	1	0.56mi
3496 Monte Hermoso Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1104	$3,100	$2.81	43d	1	0.61mi
3498 Bahia Blanca W Unit 2B Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1171	$3,000	$2.56	43d	1	0.65mi
3486 Bahia Blanca W Unit 3G Laguna Woods, CA	3.0	2.0	1360	$3,300	$2.43	17d	1	0.68mi
3486 Bahia Blanca W Unit 3D Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1185	$3,000	$2.53	43d	1	0.68mi
3274 San Amadeo Unit A Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1079	$3,100	$2.87	24d	1	0.69mi
3501 Bahia Blanca W Unit 1C Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1200	$3,225	$2.69	43d	1	0.70mi
4003 C. Sonora Unit 2B Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1171	$3,100	$2.65	24d	1	0.74mi
22301 Caminito Mescalero #223 Laguna Hills, CA	3.0	2.5	1500	$3,700	$2.47	43d	1	0.78mi
91 Nightingale Dr Aliso Viejo, CA	3.0	2.5	1259	$4,000	$3.18	2d	1	0.78mi
4002 Calle Sonora Unit 2D Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1189	$3,000	$2.52	43d	1	0.79mi
22311 Caminito Escobedo Laguna Hills, CA	2.0	1.5	1041	$3,800	$3.65	20d	1	0.86mi
116 Night Heron Ln Aliso Viejo, CA	2.0	2.0	1000	$3,450	$3.45	43d	1	0.88mi
54 Waxwing Ln Aliso Viejo, CA	3.0	3.0	1372	$3,995	$2.91	24d	1	0.88mi
58 Cinnamon Teal Aliso Viejo, CA	2.0	2.0	975	$5,000	$5.13	43d	1	1.00mi
91 Whippoorwill Ln Aliso Viejo, CA	2.0	2.0	1000	$3,250	$3.25	24d	1	1.06mi
4025 Calle Sonora Este Unit 1E Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1171	$3,100	$2.65	24d	1	1.11mi
59 La Costa Ct Laguna Beach, CA	2.0	2.5	1350	$5,200	$3.85	18d	1	1.22mi
59 La Costa Ct Laguna Beach, CA	2.0	2.5	1350	$5,200	$3.85	24d	1	1.22mi
2355 Via Mariposa W Unit 3H Laguna Woods, CA	3.0	2.0	1662	$3,500	$2.11	19d	1	1.29mi
2014 Via Mariposa W Unit A Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1040	$2,850	$2.74	43d	1	1.29mi
2324 Via Puerta Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1009	$2,800	$2.78	43d	1	1.30mi
14 Encinitas Ct Laguna Beach, CA	2.0	2.5	1289	$4,800	$3.72	19d	1	1.31mi
2370 Via Mariposa W Unit 3D Laguna Woods, CA	3.0	3.0	1663	$3,300	$1.98	19d	1	1.34mi
518 San Nicholas Ct Laguna Beach, CA	2.0	2.5	1325	$4,000	$3.02	43d	1	1.38mi
2299 Via Puerta Unit F Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	3.0	1530	$3,500	$2.29	19d	1	1.42mi
263 Calle Aragon Unit A Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1275	$3,800	$2.98	17d	1	1.43mi
2037 Via Mariposa E Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1325	$3,300	$2.49	43d	1	1.43mi
2293 Via Puerta Unit O Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1057	$3,100	$2.93	19d	1	1.44mi
208 Santa Rosa Ct #208 Laguna Beach, CA	2.0	2.5	1383	$3,600	$2.60	43d	1	1.45mi
2269 Via Puerta Unit N Laguna Woods, CA	2.0	2.0	1057	$2,700	$2.55	19d	1	1.46mi

HOA detail condo

• Monthly dues: $879 · $10,548/yr
• Likely covers: poolgymsecurity
• Assessments: None detected in remarks — confirm with the listing agent.

Listing history 39 events

1. 2026-06-18
   days on market $425,000 Active 217 DOM
2. 2026-06-17
   days on market $425,000 Active 216 DOM
3. 2026-06-16
   days on market $425,000 Active 215 DOM
4. 2026-06-15
   status $425,000 Active 214 DOM
5. 2026-06-15
   days on market $425,000 Active Under Contract 214 DOM
6. 2026-06-13
   days on market $425,000 Active Under Contract 212 DOM
7. 2026-06-13
   days on market $425,000 Active Under Contract 211 DOM
8. 2026-06-09
   days on market $425,000 Active Under Contract 208 DOM
9. 2026-06-08
   days on market $425,000 Active Under Contract 207 DOM
10. 2026-06-07
    days on market $425,000 Active Under Contract 206 DOM
11. 2026-06-04
    days on market $425,000 Active Under Contract 203 DOM
12. 2026-06-03
    days on market $425,000 Active Under Contract 202 DOM
13. 2026-06-02
    days on market $425,000 Active Under Contract 201 DOM
14. 2026-06-01
    days on market $425,000 Active Under Contract 200 DOM
15. 2026-05-31
    days on market $425,000 Active Under Contract 199 DOM
16. 2026-04-10
    price $425,000 1830-char remark

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    From your car to your front door with NO STAIRS! This EL MIRADOR plan has everything you need! EVEN a Clear First Inspection ! Ready to go! Underground covered parking with easy elevator access – truly effortless living. Welcome home to one of the largest floor plans in this charming 3-story building in Laguna Woods—offering 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and approximately 1,260 square feet of comfortable, 55+ friendly living. This spacious condo enjoys a quiet north-facing back patio, with peaceful views over mature trees and the small, low-traffic elementary school behind. With no immediate neighbors looking in, the privacy here is something special—and absolutely worth the trade-off. Inside, the condo has been thoughtfully upgraded for easy, modern living: brand-new windows and sliders, durable vinyl plank wood-style flooring, a refreshed primary suite Bathroom, and an updated kitchen. The generous layout makes this home feel open, bright, and incredibly livable— A covered patio extends your living space outdoors, giving you the perfect spot for morning coffee, bird-watching, or just enjoying the quiet breeze. The current vibrant paint colors add cheer and personality, but a quick update to soft neutral tones can easily make it feel like your own. And of course, you’re in Laguna Woods, one of Orange County’s premier 55+ guard-gated communities. Residents enjoy world-class amenities including GOLF, pools, clubhouses, fitness centers, over 200 clubs, walking paths, and a true sense of community. It’s quiet, it’s secure, and it’s wonderfully social—exactly what so many are looking for in their next chapter. If you want convenience, space, privacy, and access to everything Laguna Woods has to offer, this is the one you’ve been waiting for.

17. 2026-03-10
    price $443,000 1830-char remark

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    From your car to your front door with NO STAIRS! This EL MIRADOR plan has everything you need! EVEN a Clear First Inspection ! Ready to go! Underground covered parking with easy elevator access – truly effortless living. Welcome home to one of the largest floor plans in this charming 3-story building in Laguna Woods—offering 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and approximately 1,260 square feet of comfortable, 55+ friendly living. This spacious condo enjoys a quiet north-facing back patio, with peaceful views over mature trees and the small, low-traffic elementary school behind. With no immediate neighbors looking in, the privacy here is something special—and absolutely worth the trade-off. Inside, the condo has been thoughtfully upgraded for easy, modern living: brand-new windows and sliders, durable vinyl plank wood-style flooring, a refreshed primary suite Bathroom, and an updated kitchen. The generous layout makes this home feel open, bright, and incredibly livable— A covered patio extends your living space outdoors, giving you the perfect spot for morning coffee, bird-watching, or just enjoying the quiet breeze. The current vibrant paint colors add cheer and personality, but a quick update to soft neutral tones can easily make it feel like your own. And of course, you’re in Laguna Woods, one of Orange County’s premier 55+ guard-gated communities. Residents enjoy world-class amenities including GOLF, pools, clubhouses, fitness centers, over 200 clubs, walking paths, and a true sense of community. It’s quiet, it’s secure, and it’s wonderfully social—exactly what so many are looking for in their next chapter. If you want convenience, space, privacy, and access to everything Laguna Woods has to offer, this is the one you’ve been waiting for.

18. 2026-02-06
    price $463,000 1830-char remark

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    From your car to your front door with NO STAIRS! This EL MIRADOR plan has everything you need! EVEN a Clear First Inspection ! Ready to go! Underground covered parking with easy elevator access – truly effortless living. Welcome home to one of the largest floor plans in this charming 3-story building in Laguna Woods—offering 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and approximately 1,260 square feet of comfortable, 55+ friendly living. This spacious condo enjoys a quiet north-facing back patio, with peaceful views over mature trees and the small, low-traffic elementary school behind. With no immediate neighbors looking in, the privacy here is something special—and absolutely worth the trade-off. Inside, the condo has been thoughtfully upgraded for easy, modern living: brand-new windows and sliders, durable vinyl plank wood-style flooring, a refreshed primary suite Bathroom, and an updated kitchen. The generous layout makes this home feel open, bright, and incredibly livable— A covered patio extends your living space outdoors, giving you the perfect spot for morning coffee, bird-watching, or just enjoying the quiet breeze. The current vibrant paint colors add cheer and personality, but a quick update to soft neutral tones can easily make it feel like your own. And of course, you’re in Laguna Woods, one of Orange County’s premier 55+ guard-gated communities. Residents enjoy world-class amenities including GOLF, pools, clubhouses, fitness centers, over 200 clubs, walking paths, and a true sense of community. It’s quiet, it’s secure, and it’s wonderfully social—exactly what so many are looking for in their next chapter. If you want convenience, space, privacy, and access to everything Laguna Woods has to offer, this is the one you’ve been waiting for.

19. 2025-11-13
    listed $490,000 Active 1830-char remark

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    From your car to your front door with NO STAIRS! This EL MIRADOR plan has everything you need! EVEN a Clear First Inspection ! Ready to go! Underground covered parking with easy elevator access – truly effortless living. Welcome home to one of the largest floor plans in this charming 3-story building in Laguna Woods—offering 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and approximately 1,260 square feet of comfortable, 55+ friendly living. This spacious condo enjoys a quiet north-facing back patio, with peaceful views over mature trees and the small, low-traffic elementary school behind. With no immediate neighbors looking in, the privacy here is something special—and absolutely worth the trade-off. Inside, the condo has been thoughtfully upgraded for easy, modern living: brand-new windows and sliders, durable vinyl plank wood-style flooring, a refreshed primary suite Bathroom, and an updated kitchen. The generous layout makes this home feel open, bright, and incredibly livable— A covered patio extends your living space outdoors, giving you the perfect spot for morning coffee, bird-watching, or just enjoying the quiet breeze. The current vibrant paint colors add cheer and personality, but a quick update to soft neutral tones can easily make it feel like your own. And of course, you’re in Laguna Woods, one of Orange County’s premier 55+ guard-gated communities. Residents enjoy world-class amenities including GOLF, pools, clubhouses, fitness centers, over 200 clubs, walking paths, and a true sense of community. It’s quiet, it’s secure, and it’s wonderfully social—exactly what so many are looking for in their next chapter. If you want convenience, space, privacy, and access to everything Laguna Woods has to offer, this is the one you’ve been waiting for.

20. 2012-07-12
    soldstatus $170,000 Closed 862-char remark

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    Secluded end unit with eat in kitchen, side by side refrigerator with ice & water in door, glasstop range, Corian counter tops. 1 heat pump and 1 wall air conditioner, Unit clean and bright, near new paint and carpet. Imagine living minutes away from Laguna Beach in beautiful Southern California. Palm trees, balmy weather, close to shopping and unbelievable amenities which include: golf, swimming, hot tubs, 10 tennis courts, 2 fitness centers, concerts, plays, hiking, and gardening in this gated 55+ active adult resort community complete with security. Laguna Woods Village boasts 5 pools, 7 clubhouses, bridge, 200+ clubs and organizations, a 27 hole championship Golf Course, a par 3 golf course and state of the art medical facilities and fine restaurants close by. Let us show you how you can be part of this good life. Thank you for showing it.

21. 2012-07-12
    soldstatus $170,000

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    Secluded end unit with eat in kitchen, side by side refrigerator with ice & water in door, glasstop range, Corian counter tops. 1 heat pump and 1 wall air conditioner, Unit clean and bright, near new paint and carpet. Imagine living minutes away from Laguna Beach in beautiful Southern California. Palm trees, balmy weather, close to shopping and unbelievable amenities which include: golf, swimming, hot tubs, 10 tennis courts, 2 fitness centers, concerts, plays, hiking, and gardening in this gated 55+ active adult resort community complete with security. Laguna Woods Village boasts 5 pools, 7 clubhouses, bridge, 200+ clubs and organizations, a 27 hole championship Golf Course, a par 3 golf course and state of the art medical facilities and fine restaurants close by. Let us show you how you can be part of this good life. Thank you for showing it.

22. 2012-06-10
    status Backup Offers Accepted 862-char remark

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    Secluded end unit with eat in kitchen, side by side refrigerator with ice & water in door, glasstop range, Corian counter tops. 1 heat pump and 1 wall air conditioner, Unit clean and bright, near new paint and carpet. Imagine living minutes away from Laguna Beach in beautiful Southern California. Palm trees, balmy weather, close to shopping and unbelievable amenities which include: golf, swimming, hot tubs, 10 tennis courts, 2 fitness centers, concerts, plays, hiking, and gardening in this gated 55+ active adult resort community complete with security. Laguna Woods Village boasts 5 pools, 7 clubhouses, bridge, 200+ clubs and organizations, a 27 hole championship Golf Course, a par 3 golf course and state of the art medical facilities and fine restaurants close by. Let us show you how you can be part of this good life. Thank you for showing it.

23. 2012-05-24
    status Active 862-char remark

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    Secluded end unit with eat in kitchen, side by side refrigerator with ice & water in door, glasstop range, Corian counter tops. 1 heat pump and 1 wall air conditioner, Unit clean and bright, near new paint and carpet. Imagine living minutes away from Laguna Beach in beautiful Southern California. Palm trees, balmy weather, close to shopping and unbelievable amenities which include: golf, swimming, hot tubs, 10 tennis courts, 2 fitness centers, concerts, plays, hiking, and gardening in this gated 55+ active adult resort community complete with security. Laguna Woods Village boasts 5 pools, 7 clubhouses, bridge, 200+ clubs and organizations, a 27 hole championship Golf Course, a par 3 golf course and state of the art medical facilities and fine restaurants close by. Let us show you how you can be part of this good life. Thank you for showing it.

24. 2012-04-19
    status Backup Offers Accepted 862-char remark

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    Secluded end unit with eat in kitchen, side by side refrigerator with ice & water in door, glasstop range, Corian counter tops. 1 heat pump and 1 wall air conditioner, Unit clean and bright, near new paint and carpet. Imagine living minutes away from Laguna Beach in beautiful Southern California. Palm trees, balmy weather, close to shopping and unbelievable amenities which include: golf, swimming, hot tubs, 10 tennis courts, 2 fitness centers, concerts, plays, hiking, and gardening in this gated 55+ active adult resort community complete with security. Laguna Woods Village boasts 5 pools, 7 clubhouses, bridge, 200+ clubs and organizations, a 27 hole championship Golf Course, a par 3 golf course and state of the art medical facilities and fine restaurants close by. Let us show you how you can be part of this good life. Thank you for showing it.

25. 2012-04-14
    price $174,900 862-char remark

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26. 2012-03-27
    price $194,500 862-char remark

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    Secluded end unit with eat in kitchen, side by side refrigerator with ice & water in door, glasstop range, Corian counter tops. 1 heat pump and 1 wall air conditioner, Unit clean and bright, near new paint and carpet. Imagine living minutes away from Laguna Beach in beautiful Southern California. Palm trees, balmy weather, close to shopping and unbelievable amenities which include: golf, swimming, hot tubs, 10 tennis courts, 2 fitness centers, concerts, plays, hiking, and gardening in this gated 55+ active adult resort community complete with security. Laguna Woods Village boasts 5 pools, 7 clubhouses, bridge, 200+ clubs and organizations, a 27 hole championship Golf Course, a par 3 golf course and state of the art medical facilities and fine restaurants close by. Let us show you how you can be part of this good life. Thank you for showing it.

27. 2011-12-13
    price $199,000 862-char remark

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    Secluded end unit with eat in kitchen, side by side refrigerator with ice & water in door, glasstop range, Corian counter tops. 1 heat pump and 1 wall air conditioner, Unit clean and bright, near new paint and carpet. Imagine living minutes away from Laguna Beach in beautiful Southern California. Palm trees, balmy weather, close to shopping and unbelievable amenities which include: golf, swimming, hot tubs, 10 tennis courts, 2 fitness centers, concerts, plays, hiking, and gardening in this gated 55+ active adult resort community complete with security. Laguna Woods Village boasts 5 pools, 7 clubhouses, bridge, 200+ clubs and organizations, a 27 hole championship Golf Course, a par 3 golf course and state of the art medical facilities and fine restaurants close by. Let us show you how you can be part of this good life. Thank you for showing it.

28. 2011-07-05
    listed $219,000 Active 862-char remark

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    Secluded end unit with eat in kitchen, side by side refrigerator with ice & water in door, glasstop range, Corian counter tops. 1 heat pump and 1 wall air conditioner, Unit clean and bright, near new paint and carpet. Imagine living minutes away from Laguna Beach in beautiful Southern California. Palm trees, balmy weather, close to shopping and unbelievable amenities which include: golf, swimming, hot tubs, 10 tennis courts, 2 fitness centers, concerts, plays, hiking, and gardening in this gated 55+ active adult resort community complete with security. Laguna Woods Village boasts 5 pools, 7 clubhouses, bridge, 200+ clubs and organizations, a 27 hole championship Golf Course, a par 3 golf course and state of the art medical facilities and fine restaurants close by. Let us show you how you can be part of this good life. Thank you for showing it.

29. 2009-11-16
    historical
30. 2009-07-26
    price $219,000
31. 2009-05-14
    price $229,000
32. 2009-03-03
    price $239,900
33. 2008-11-19
    listed $249,900
34. 2008-08-26
    historical
35. 2008-07-25
    price $259,000
36. 2007-10-10
    price $269,000
37. 2007-09-12
    listed $289,000
38. 1998-07-15
    soldstatus $134,000
39. 1996-05-16
    soldstatus $102,000

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Tax reassessment forecast CA · Resets to sale price

• Current annual tax: $2,093 · $174/mo
• Projected year-2 tax: $3,230 · $269/mo
• Expected delta: +$1,137/yr (+$95/mo · 54.3%)

ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.

Taxation est. · year 1

• Rental income: $41,800
• − Mortgage interest: −$23,807
• − Property taxes: −$2,093
• − Insurance: −$2,125
• − Repairs & maintenance: −$3,344
• − Management: −$3,344
• − HOA: −$10,548
• − Depreciation: −$12,364
• Taxable loss: −$15,824
• Est. tax savings @ 24.0%: +$3,798
• After-tax cash flow: $-4,691/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Schools (NCES district)

• District: Saddleback Valley Unified
• NCES district ID: 0633860
• Math proficiency: 51% ▼ -2.00%
• Reading proficiency: 73% ▲ 9.00%
• Median HH income: $85,577
• Composite: 56.05/100
• National rank: #1185
• State rank: #67 of 517 in CA

Livability — Laguna Woods

• Score: 72/100
• State rank: #200
• US rank: #6421

Category grades

Amenities D+ Commute A+ Cost of living F Crime A+ Employment C Housing B- Health & safety F User ratings A+

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

• Census place: Laguna Woods, CA
• County: Orange County · 3,096,323 people
• City population: 17,289
• Metro: Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
• Population (ZIP): 17,289
• Household income: $59,269
• Rent vs Own: 28.4% rent · 71.6% own
• Severe rent burden: 1572.0

Population outlook (Orange County) Hauer SSP2

• Today (2025): 3,477,456 people
• By 2030: 3,613,117 · +3.9%
• By 2040: 3,835,945 · +10.3%
• By 2050: 3,968,736 · +14.1%
• By 2075: 4,097,053 · +17.8%
• By 2100: 3,903,633 · +12.3%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

• Neighborhood character: Predominantly White (68%)
• Race & ethnicity: White 68% Asian 24% Hispanic / Latino 5% Two or more races 3%
• Common ancestry: Romanian 4% Scotch-Irish 4% Lithuanian 3%
• Foreign-born: 31% · China, South Korea, Canada
• Languages at home: 72% English-only · Chinese 8% Korean 7% Other Indo-European 3%

Political lean MEDSL · Orange

• 2024 margin: Toss-up / Even · D 49.7% · R 47.1% · Other 3.2%
• 2008→2024 swing: +5.2pp toward D · 2008: -2.6pp · 2024: 2.6pp
• All cycles: 2024: D+2.6 2020: D+9.0 2016: D+7.7 2012: R+8.3 2008: R+2.6

Not yet ingested

• Civics: —

Market trends

• HPI YoY: ▲ 5.88%
• Current HPI: 180.1191
• Rent YoY: ▲ 6.79%
• Metro: Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
• State GDP YoY: ▲ 3.21%
• F500 in state: 116

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in CA)

Industry	F500 HQs	Revenue
▸Technology	27	$1,492B
▸Financial Services	3	$174B
▸Retail	3	$44B
▸Insurance	3	$26B
▸Media / Entertainment	2	$115B
▸Pharmaceuticals / Biotech	2	$62B

Price history

+316.7% since first listed

24 events — show timeline

• 2026-04-10 Price Changed $425,000 CRMLS
• 2026-03-10 Price Changed $443,000 CRMLS
• 2026-02-06 Price Changed $463,000 CRMLS
• 2025-11-13 Listed $490,000 CRMLS
• 2012-07-12 Sold (Public Records) $170,000 Public Records
• 2012-07-12 Sold (MLS) $170,000 CRMLS
• 2012-06-10 Pending — CRMLS
• 2012-05-24 Relisted — CRMLS
• 2012-04-19 Pending — CRMLS
• 2012-04-14 Price Changed $174,900 CRMLS
• 2012-03-27 Price Changed $194,500 CRMLS
• 2011-12-13 Price Changed $199,000 CRMLS
• 2011-07-05 Listed $219,000 CRMLS
• 2009-11-16 Listing Removed — CRMLS
• 2009-07-26 Price Changed $219,000 CRMLS
• 2009-05-14 Price Changed $229,000 CRMLS
• 2009-03-03 Price Changed $239,900 CRMLS
• 2008-11-19 Listed $249,900 CRMLS
• 2008-08-26 Listing Removed — CRMLS
• 2008-07-25 Price Changed $259,000 CRMLS
• 2007-10-10 Price Changed $269,000 CRMLS
• 2007-09-12 Listed $289,000 CRMLS
• 1998-07-15 Sold (Public Records) $134,000 Public Records
• 1996-05-16 Sold (Public Records) $102,000 Public Records

Property tax history

+1.5%/yr

Latest (2025): $2,093 · +1.9% YoY. Source: county tax records.