About 28782 Vista Saddleback
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION, Beautiful paradise in the hills! You won't find a nicer home or neighborhood in this price range! Sweet home on quiet, friendly CUL-DE-SAC in the highly coveted community of Portola Hills. This 1823 sq ft, 4BD, 2.5BA, 2-CAR Direct Access Garage with MOUNTAIN VIEW home is MOVE-IN-READY. Bright beautiful DOUBLE DOOR ENTRY w/ front-to-back door alignment showcases an ELEGANT FANLIGHT WINDOW and a straight shot view of low maintenance, pretty backyard. The Formal Living & Dining Rooms boast soaring VAULTED CEILINGS and NEW CONTEMPORARY FIXTURES. The sunny Kitchen is open to Dining Nook, perfect for chatting it up while cooking. The comfortable Gathering Room features a COZY REAL WOOD BURNING (or gas) FIREPLACE and a wonderful space for socializing or relaxing. Sliders lead to PRIVATE FENCED BACKYARD with a shade PERGOLA, NEW LANDSCAPING, ACCENT LIGHTING, all NEW SPRINKLER VALVES, and amazing BLACKBERRY BUSHES. Patio is perfect for morning coffee or entertaining and also a great playground for your NEW PUPPY! Entire first level has 7" BASEBOARDS, RECESSED LIGHTING and stunning 100% WATERPROOF Malibu 22mm PREMIUM WIDE PLANK FLOORING. The second level has NEW CARPETING, upgraded electrical outlet at linen cabinet and NEW LIGHT FIXTURE. The SIZABLE PRIMARY SUITE provides the perfect RETREAT w/ two oversized mirrored closet doors, CEILING FAN and windows that let the sunshine flood in. Pretty EN SUITE BATH has a DUAL VANITY and a separate water closet. Three more bedrooms down the hall and another bath offer flexibility for family, guests or HOME OFFICE. But wait there's more... The MAN CAVE! The spacious 2-car garage features CUSTOM CABINETRY, rubber interlocking tile flooring, 50" SMART TV, Craftsman 7-drawer WORKBENCH, garage refrigerator, STAINLESS STEEL PEGBOARD, screen door etc. Perfect setup for a pool table, air hockey, pingpong table, jukebox etc. or just hang out and watch the big game. Please note that there is also a 2-CAR DRIVEWAY. Nearby parks, scenic hiking & biking trails, COMMUNITY POOL & SPA, tennis, pickleball, AMAZING CLUBHOUSE w/ kitchen, gym, SAUNA and VOLLEYBALL. Not just a home, it's an ELEVATED LIFESTYLE! Convenient access to shopping, dining, and the 241 Toll Road. This home is in one of the MOST DESIRABLE OC COMMUNITIES and in highly regarded SADDLEBACK VALLEY UNIFED SCHL DISTRICT. Portola Hills Elementary within walking distance is comparable to a private school. Low Hoa dues, low tax rate and NO MELLO ROOS.
Features of 28782 Vista Saddleback
| MLS® # | OC26178813 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,199,900 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 1,823 |
| Acres | 0.09 |
| Year Built | 1988 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 28782 Vista Saddleback |
|---|---|
| Area | PH - Portola Hills |
| Subdivision | Alderwood (AW) |
| City | Lake Forest |
| County | Orange |
| Zip Code | 92679 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Management, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Recreation Room, Sauna, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s) |
|---|---|
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Parking | Door-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Door-Multi, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener |
| View | Hills, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Heated, In Ground, Association |
Interior
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Up, Walk-In Pantry |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning |
| # of Stories | 2 |
| Stories | Two |
Exterior
| Exterior | Stucco |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Sprinkler System |
| Windows | Skylight(s) |
| Roof | Composition, Shingle |
| Construction | Stucco |
| Foundation | Slab |
School Information
| District | Saddleback Valley Unified |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | July 27th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 18 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| HOA Fees | 148 |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Monthly |
Listing Details
| Agent | Ginger Aliotta |
|---|---|
| Office | HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty |