Exquisitely remodeled "Valencia" co-op situated on a serene bluff-top cul-de-sac conveniently loated between Gates 1 & 3. Highly desirable cottage-style home offers the luxury of no neighbors above or below as well as a stair-free layout. As you approach, be greeted by a meticulously maintained, drought-tolerant landscape complemented by community greenbelts & well-kept neighboring gardens. Step onto the sunny front patio and then through double doors to enter the spacious living room adorned with vaulted ceiling and large window providing ample sunlight and picturesque views of the surroundings. Notice the stunning upgrades that enhance every corner of this home including mahogany engineered wood flooring, dual pane windows, plantation shutters, smooth ceilings, upgraded crown and base moldings, central HVAC, upgraded switches/outlets, and a new sub-panel. The fabulous kitchen area has been expanded, featuring quartz countertops with a serving peninsula, a tile backsplash, white shaker cabinets with soft-close drawers/doors and lazy susans and recessed lighting. The kitchen window offers a pleasant view of the front patio. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining area is illuminated by a generous skylight and leads to the enclosed atrium currently utilized as an office, creating a luminous and functional space thanks to the skylight and recessed lighting. Move on to the guest bedroom/den, which can easily be converted into a private space for guests by adding additional doors. The spa-like bathroom boasts a tiled walk-in shower with a seat and glass enclosure, stackable washer/dryer, skylight, and two granite-topped vanities. The bathroom floor is tiled for effortless maintenance. Master bedroom is of generous size and currently accommodates a king-size bed. Both bedrooms are equipped with ceiling fans for energy-efficient air circulation. This remarkable home is ideally located to enjoy Laguna Woods and its impressive amenities, including Clubhouse 1 with a pool, gym, bocce ball court, and library, as well as Clubhouse 3 renowned for its Performing Arts Center. Laguna Woods Village residents have the privilege of indulging in a 27-hole championship golf course, a 9-hole executive par 3 course, pickleball, tennis courts, lawn bowling, gyms, clubhouses, swimming pools, horse stables, gardening centers, art studio, world-class woodshop, computer workrooms & classes along with 200+ clubs and organizations to stay physically and socially active!
Sold for $447,000 on 08/18/23
Listing Provided by:
Donna Empfield DRE #01386605 949-900-6930,
Laguna Premier Realty Inc.
$447,000
408 Avenida Castilla UNIT D, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
2beds
1,075sqft
Stock Cooperative
Built in 1965
-- sqft lot
$478,800 Zestimate®
$416/sqft
$2,668 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 18, 2023 at 05:05pm
Listing Provided by:
Donna Empfield DRE #01386605 949-900-6930,
Laguna Premier Realty Inc.
Bought with:
Donna Empfield, DRE #01386605
Laguna Premier Realty Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC23116964
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Stacked
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Granite Counters, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: See Remarks, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Double Door Entry
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens, Skylight(s), Shutters
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls,End Unit,No One Above,No One Below
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,075 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Covered, Detached Carport, Guest, Storage
- Carport spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Electrical and Environmental Controls, Grab Bars, No Stairs, Other
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Patio
- Pool features: Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association
- Fencing: Block
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Park/Greenbelt, Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
Details
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: Riding Trail
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Cooperative
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Stock Cooperative
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Common Roof
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Details
- Builder model: Valencia
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security Gate, Gated with Guard, Gated Community, 24 Hour Security, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Dog Park, Golf, Gutter(s), Horse Trails, Stable(s), Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks, Gated
Senior living
- Senior community: Yes
Location
- Region: Laguna Woods
- Subdivision: Leisure World (Lw)
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $644 monthly
- Amenities included: Bocce Court, Billiard Room, Clubhouse, Controlled Access, Sport Court, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Maintenance Grounds, Game Room, Horse Trails, Hot Water, Meeting Room, Management, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Maintenance Front Yard, Other Courts, Paddle Tennis, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room
- Services included: Sewer
- Association name: United Mutual
- Association phone: 949-597-4200
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,1031 Exchange
Services availability

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