$699,000
- 2
- beds
- 1 full · 1 half
- baths
- 1,122
- sqft
- 1979
- year built
- 2
- beds
- 1 full · 1 half
- baths
- 1,122
- sqft
- 1979
- year built
- Status:
- Active
- MLS #:
- OC26237169
- Neighborhood:
- Morningside On The Lake (MSLK)
- County:
- Orange
- Listed By:
- Sherri Lex - EHM Real Estate, Inc.
- Agent Phone:
- (949) 680-0490
- Agent Email:
- SLex@EHMhomes.com
A Rare Opportunity to own a Beautifully Upgraded Townhome in the Highly Sought-after Morningside on the Lake. Majestic Sequoia redwoods, picturesque lakes, waterfalls, streams create a picturesque setting. Tucked away in a peaceful, private location, this light-filled two-bedroom townhome is surrounded by Hart Park and Santiago Trails and is a short walk to historic Old Towne Orange. The custom front door welcomes you into a spacious, open floor plan with a formal entry, spacious dining and living room with fireplace and sliding glass doors that open to a private patio overlooking the trees, lake and streams. The remodeled kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas convection range and bright breakfast nook with sliding glass doors opening to the gated front courtyard. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms offer views of the surrounding natural beauty, one overlooking the redwoods and the other enjoying views of the scenic walking trails. The spacious primary bedroom features high ceilings, a ceiling fan, an expansive wall of closet space, direct access to the bath and beautiful leaded-glass doors. Thoughtfully renovated, the home features new interior paint, new dual-pane Andersen windows throughout, new HVAC system and water heater, new custom roller shades and drapes and new skylight with a digitally controlled remote shade that brings an abundance of natural light into the home. Two private outdoor patios offer space to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings. The back patio overlooks the beautiful redwoods, lake and streams and includes additional storage, while the gated front courtyard with charming brick hard scape and gardens provides direct access to the oversized garage, complete with newer Sunwest garage door. Other updates include new switches, garage storage with ladder, new led lighting and fixtures. Adding to the home’s appeal, the HOA has recently replaced the roof and beautifully renovated the community pool and spa. Morningside on the Lake is truly one of Orange’s hidden gems with its park-like grounds, mature trees, picturesque bridges, ponds, waterfalls and winding pathways. Enjoy the nearby Hart Park and Santiago Creek Trail with miles of walking, biking paths. Just a short walk away, historic Old Towne Orange and its iconic Orange Circle offer an array of charming boutiques, antique shops, restaurants, cafés and community events. Chapman University and convenient freeway access are also nearby.
Highlights
- Residential
- Condominium
- Built in 1979
- 10.345 Acre Lot
- $510/mo HOA
- 1 Car Garage
- 7 days on Market
-
- Bedrooms
- 2
-
- Bathrooms
- 1 full · 1 half
-
- Year Built
- 1979
-
- Stories
- 2.0
-
- Garage Spaces
- 1.0
-
- Parking Features
- Garage, Carport
-
- Living Area
- 1122.0
-
- Interior Features
- Storage, Granite Counters, Breakfast Bar, Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Eat In Kitchen, Primary Suite, Ceiling Fans, All Bedrooms Up, Separate Formal Dining Room, Breakfast Area, Cathedral Ceilings, Dressing Area
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- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Convection Oven, Built In Range
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- Flooring
- Tile, Carpet
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- Patio And Porch
- Patio, Front Porch, Open
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- Pool Features
- Community, Association
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- Security Features
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
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- Cooling
- Central Air
-
- Heating
- Central
-
- Acres
- 10.345
-
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Near Public Transit, Near Park
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- Water Front Features
- Creek, Stream, Lake
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- View
- Lake, Water, Pond, Pool, Park Greenbelt, Trees Woods, Courtyard
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- Water
- Public
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- Area
- 72 - Orange & Garden Grove, E of Harbor, N of 22 F
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- County
- Orange
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- City
- Orange
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- Neighborhood
- Morningside On The Lake (MSLK)
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- Zip Code
- 92866
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- High School
- Orange
-
- Elementary School
- Palmyra
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This home is listed at $699,000 with 1,122 sqft of space—that comes out to approximately $623 per square foot.
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700 E Lake Dr #136 was listed on November 04, 2026, which means it's been on the market for 7 days.
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This home was built in 1979, making it approximately 47 years old.
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700 E Lake Dr #136 sits on a 10.35-acre lot, which is 450,846 square feet.
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- High: Orange
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Last Updated: November 11, 2026 at 04:40AM | Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service | MLS#: OC26237169
