Beautifully upgraded and thoughtfully designed, this exceptional home in the Upscale Community of Normandale Heights offers modern style and comfort on a pool-sized lot, in a premier location with no homes behind, backing to a sycamore tree-lined greenbelt with stunning Saddleback Mountain views—a rare and highly desirable setting.
Inside, extensive renovations and high-quality improvements create a truly move-in-ready residence. As you enter this truly remarkable home, you’ll notice the grand living and dining area with high vaulted ceilings accented with loads of windows. The heart of the house is the fully remodeled kitchen, featuring premium ceramic countertops, crisp shaker cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, and sleek modern finishes—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. High-end plank flooring flows throughout the downstairs, staircase, and landing, providing a cohesive, contemporary aesthetic with durability and ease of maintenance. Designed with entertaining in mind, the custom-built-in bar showcases shaker cabinetry, a dual-zone climate-controlled wine refrigerator, and elegant floating walnut shelves—an impressive focal point for gatherings. A contemporary stacked-stone fireplace transformation further elevates the spacious family room, adding clean lines and modern sophistication. The spacious primary suite features a luxuriously updated bathroom with a tiled walk-in shower, contemporary flooring, and refreshed finishes. All bedrooms have been updated with premium carpeting and fresh interior paint, offering a bright, comfortable feel. Plantation shutters throughout the home add timeless style, privacy, and charm.
Additional upgrades include a newer air conditioner and furnace, smart home enhancements such as a Google Nest thermostat, smart switches, and a Ring doorbell, upgraded baseboards, crown molding, recessed lighting, mirrored wardrobes, wainscoting, upgraded light fixtures, ceiling fans, PEX re-piping downstairs for long-term reliability, and a stylishly updated half bath. A 3-car garage provides ample storage and functionality. You’ll love spending countless hours in the spacious backyard with a spa, fire pit, victory garden, utility shed, and a large covered patio, perfect for Al Fresco Dining. With over $150,000 in upgrades, generous living space, breathtaking views, and a peaceful greenbelt backdrop, this home offers the perfect blend of quality, comfort, and location—ready to be enjoyed for years to come.
Inside, extensive renovations and high-quality improvements create a truly move-in-ready residence. As you enter this truly remarkable home, you’ll notice the grand living and dining area with high vaulted ceilings accented with loads of windows. The heart of the house is the fully remodeled kitchen, featuring premium ceramic countertops, crisp shaker cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, and sleek modern finishes—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. High-end plank flooring flows throughout the downstairs, staircase, and landing, providing a cohesive, contemporary aesthetic with durability and ease of maintenance. Designed with entertaining in mind, the custom-built-in bar showcases shaker cabinetry, a dual-zone climate-controlled wine refrigerator, and elegant floating walnut shelves—an impressive focal point for gatherings. A contemporary stacked-stone fireplace transformation further elevates the spacious family room, adding clean lines and modern sophistication. The spacious primary suite features a luxuriously updated bathroom with a tiled walk-in shower, contemporary flooring, and refreshed finishes. All bedrooms have been updated with premium carpeting and fresh interior paint, offering a bright, comfortable feel. Plantation shutters throughout the home add timeless style, privacy, and charm.
Additional upgrades include a newer air conditioner and furnace, smart home enhancements such as a Google Nest thermostat, smart switches, and a Ring doorbell, upgraded baseboards, crown molding, recessed lighting, mirrored wardrobes, wainscoting, upgraded light fixtures, ceiling fans, PEX re-piping downstairs for long-term reliability, and a stylishly updated half bath. A 3-car garage provides ample storage and functionality. You’ll love spending countless hours in the spacious backyard with a spa, fire pit, victory garden, utility shed, and a large covered patio, perfect for Al Fresco Dining. With over $150,000 in upgrades, generous living space, breathtaking views, and a peaceful greenbelt backdrop, this home offers the perfect blend of quality, comfort, and location—ready to be enjoyed for years to come.
Property Details
Price:
$1,594,900
MLS #:
OC25276446
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Normandale Heights NDH
Neighborhood:
lnlakeforestnorth
Listed Date:
Jan 12, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,474
Lot Size:
6,000 sqft / 0.14 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1989
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Schools
School District:
Saddleback Valley Unified
Elementary School:
Lake Forest
Middle School:
Serrano
High School:
El Toro
Interior
Appliances
DW, GD, IM, MW, RF, GS, BIR, EO, CO, GWH, HOD
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
CA, ELC
Flooring
TILE, VINY, CARP
Heating
FA, GAS, CF
Laundry Features
GE, IR, IN
Exterior
Architectural Style
TRD
Community Features
STM, SL, SUB, CRB, CW, HIKI, BIKI
Construction Materials
BRK, STC, CON, DWAL
Exterior Features
RG
Other Structures
SH
Parking Spots
6
Roof
CON
Security Features
SD, COD
Financial
HOA Fee
$112
HOA Frequency
MO
Map
Community
- Address21036 Kensington Lake Forest CA
- SubdivisionNormandale Heights (NDH)
- CityLake Forest
- CountyOrange
- Zip Code92630
Subdivisions in Lake Forest
- Aliso Creek Villas AC
- Antigua AT
- Belwood Park FBP
- Bench Mark Villas BM
- Bennett Ranch North BN
- Bennett Ranch South BN
- California Coventry FHCV
- Cedar Glen CG
- Creekside CR
- Crestmont CSM
- Deane Lake Homes DL
- Fieldstone Classic FSC
- Forest Shadows FS
- Greenridge GNR
- Heritage FHH
- HIGHLANDS BKHGL
- Hillview HLV
- J.M. Peters Portola PPH
- Lake Forest Keys LK
- Lake Forest Shores LFS
- Lake Forest Townhomes LF
- Lake Forest Woods LW
- Lakeside Park LKP
- Le Parc LPC
- Live Oak LO
- Mandeville FMP
- Mariposa MAR
- Montbury On The Hill MBY
- Montecido MD
- Palermo PHP
- PARKVIEW BKPKV
- Parkwood Estates PE
- Pheasant Creek PC
- Promenade FPR
- Rancho Viejo Condos II RV2
- Ranchwood III RA3
- Roxford Crest FRC
- Saddleback Meadows SADM
- Saddleback Valley Views SV
- San Rita Ridge SRR
- Serenado SRO
- Serrano Park I SP
- Serrano Woods SER
- Shores TS
- Sterling Heights SRL
- Sycamore Ridge SR
- Tierra Vista TV
- Villorio VIL
- Vineyards FHVY
- Vista Del Flores VDF
- Whispering Trees WT
- White Oak WO
- Willow Glen WG
- Wind Rows WR
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Lake Forest as of Jan 20, 2026
98
Single Family Listed
40
Avg DOM
440
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,163,479
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Normandale Heights (NDH) subdivision, 21036 Kensington Lake Forest CA is a Single Family for sale in Lake Forest, CA, 92630. It is listed for $1,594,900 and features 4 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 2,474 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1989. The current price per square foot is $645. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Lake Forest is $440. The average listing price for Single Family in Lake Forest is $1,163,479.
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