A private pool, putting green, and gazebo set the scene for relaxed afternoons and memorable gatherings at this inviting single-story Lake Forest home. With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and approximately 1,212 square feet, the ranch-style layout offers bright, open living spaces enhanced by skylights and a welcoming fireplace. The kitchen features quartz countertops, a wine refrigerator, and appliances updated in 2025. An additional approximately 300-square-foot enclosed sunroom, excluded from the home’s square footage, connects to both the living room and primary suite. The spacious primary retreat includes a custom walk-in closet and spa tub, while the secondary bathroom has been fully renovated. Thoughtful improvements include a new roof in 2026, an upgraded electrical panel, and repiping throughout. An oversized two-car garage, extended driveway, low-maintenance landscaping, and no HOA add everyday convenience. The washer, dryer, garage refrigerator, Ring doorbell, and security light cameras are all included. With easy freeway access and nearby shopping and restaurants, this home pairs a peaceful backyard escape with a well-connected Lake Forest location.
Property Details
Price:
$1,099,000
MLS #:
OC26232397
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Laguna North LN
Neighborhood:
lslakeforestsouth
Listed Date:
Oct 29, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,212
Lot Size:
7,130 sqft / 0.16 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1964
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Schools
School District:
Saddleback Valley Unified
Elementary School:
Olivewood
Middle School:
Serrano
High School:
El Toro
Interior
Appliances
Refrigerator, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Dishwasher
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Forced Air
Interior Features
Open Floorplan
Laundry Features
In Garage, Washer Included, Dryer Included
Levels
One
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Exterior
Architectural Style
Ranch
Attached Garage YN
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Community Features
Street Lights, Sidewalks, Suburban
Covered Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Features
Front Yard, Back Yard, Yard
Open Parking YN
1
Parking Features
Garage, Driveway
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
Enclosed, Patio
Roof
Composition
Security Features
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Spa Features
In Ground, Private
Stories
1
View
Neighborhood, Pool, Peek-A-Boo
Financial
Map
Community
- Address23241 El Gato Lake Forest CA
- SubdivisionLaguna North (LN)
- CityLake Forest
- CountyOrange
- Zip Code92630
Subdivisions in Lake Forest
- Alderwood AW
- Aliso Creek Villas AC
- Aliso Park Estates AP
- Aliso Woods AW
- Antigua AT
- Bella Palermo BLPL
- Belwood Park FBP
- Brittany FHBT
- BROOKLAND BKBRK
- California Coventry FHCV
- Canyon View CV
- Carriage Hill CAH
- Cedar Glen CG
- Countryside CI
- Creekside CR
- Crest CRT
- Deane Lake Homes DL
- Fieldstone Classic FSC
- Forest TF
- Grandview GDV
- HEIGHTS BKHTS
- HIGHLANDS BKHGL
- Hillview HLV
- Laguna North LN
- Lake Forest Keys LK
- Lake Forest Shores LFS
- Lake Forest Townhomes LF
- Lakeside Park LKP
- Le Parc LPC
- Legacy FHL
- Live Oak LO
- Lyon Hills FLYH
- Meadow Homes I MDH1
- Meadowwood Homes MWH
- Montbury On The Hill MBY
- Montecido MD
- Oaks TO
- Palermo PHP
- Park West Estates PW
- PARKVIEW BKPKV
- Parkwood Estates PE
- Pheasant Creek PC
- Rancho Alisos RAL
- Rancho Viejo Condos I RV
- Rancho Viejo Condos II RV2
- Rancho Viejo Homes RH
- RIDGEWOOD BKRDG
- Saddleback Valley Views SV
- Salerno FSA
- San Remo Villas SRV
- Sand Castle SAC
- Serenado SRO
- Serrano Creek Villas SO
- Serrano Park I SP
- Serrano Woods SER
- Shadow Glen SG
- Shadow Run SD SD
- Shadow Run Serrano Highlands SH
- Smoketree ST
- Sterling Heights SRL
- Sunwood SUW
- Sycamore Glen SYG
- The Woods
- Tierra Vista TV
- Trabuco Highlands TH
- Tuscany TUSC
- Village Homes VH
- Villorio VIL
- Vineyards FHVY
- Vista Del Flores VDF
- Whispering Trees WT
- White Oak WO
- Willow Glen WG
- Wind Rows WR
- Woods – Baldwin WB
- Woods TW
- Woodside II South WS2
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Lake Forest as of Nov 04, 2026
136
Single Family Listed
79
Avg DOM
691
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,768,855
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Laguna North (LN) subdivision, 23241 El Gato Lake Forest CA is a Single Family for sale in Lake Forest, CA, 92630. It is listed for $1,099,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,212 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1964. The current price per square foot is $907. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Lake Forest is $691. The average listing price for Single Family in Lake Forest is $1,768,855.
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