Spectacular View Home in Exclusive Lake Forest Foothill Ranch Location. Welcome to 55 Rue Monet, Turnkey detached residence nestled in one of Lake Forest’s most desirable hillside communities. This rare three-bedroom, 2.5-bath home enjoys a premium location with no rear neighbors, offering breathtaking panoramic views, romantic ocean sunset vistas, sparkling city lights, Ocean views, and exceptional privacy. Filled with natural light, the airy floor plan features a bright kitchen that opens seamlessly to the living area and breakfast counter, along with a separate dining space ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The remodeled powder room is conveniently located on the main level, while all three bedrooms and two full bathrooms are situated upstairs. Luxury vinyl flooring. All bathrooms are tile flooring, creating a fresh, modern feel. Direct-access garage parking and a private driveway provide added convenience. Step outside to a beautifully landscaped backyard featuring fragrant plumeria, a productive lemon tree. Relax with friends and family on your viewing deck, where you can unwind and enjoy breathtaking panoramic scenery, sparkling city lights, and stunning romantic sunsets. Perfectly located near shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation, the home is just minutes from Foothill Ranch Towne Centre and short drive to the Irvine Spectrum Center. Residents enjoy easy access to nearby parks, hiking and biking trails, as well as convenient connections to the State Route 241 Toll Road and Interstate 5. This is a rare opportunity to own a view property in an exceptional location—offering privacy, convenience, and the best of Orange County foothill living.
CondoProperty Type
1996Year Built
$751Price/Sq.Ft.
$125/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by MARIBEL BELTRAN VALLE•DRE #02099726• REALTY MASTERS & ASSOC. INC.
Listed by Shawna Morin•DRE #02102374• Realty Masters & Associates
Contact: 714-200-4480
Bought with Tina Yang•DRE #01423039• Pacific Sterling Realty
Brittany Community's detached 3 beds and 2.5 baths home with a Panoramic view (Romantic Sunset View and City lights). Rare location with no one behind you! Bright and Light home!! This home features a bright kitchen open to living room and breakfast counter and separate dining area and remodeled powder room in downstairs and 3 beds and 2 full bath upstairs. Tile throughout 1st floor and Laminating wood in stairs and 2nd floor. 2 Car attached garage with drive way parking. The large backyard features a Raised Deck and VIEWS! Close to great Shopping mall and Restaurants.
CRMLS #PW13247164
Apr 1, 2014
Sold
$470,000
$381/sq ft
Mar 28, 2014
Pending
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Mar 21, 2014
Price Changed
$470,000
$381/sq ft
Mar 21, 2014
Relisted
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Mar 18, 2014
Pending
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Feb 10, 2014
Pending
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Dec 13, 2013
Listed
$485,000
$394/sq ft
WOW! * * * Live in a Detached Home with a PANORAMIC VIEW to NEWPORT BEACH/OCEAN! * * * ROMANTIC SUNSET VIEWS! * * * TWINKLING CITY LIGHTS! * * * All from this Outstanding Community of Foothill Ranch! * * Rare location with no one behind you! * * Bright and Light, 3 Bedrooms and 2.5 Baths, this home will delight you! * * Sunny Kitchen Opens to Living Room, Breakfast Counter, Separate Dining Area * * Cozy Fireplace and High Ceilings and Media Center Accent the Living Room. * * Relax Indoors or Out * * The Large Backyard Features a Raised Deck with Built-In Speakers and Outdoor Lighting - and VIEWS! * * Ideal for a Family or Co-Owners * * No Closed in Feeling Here * * Space for Parking in Front * * Located in The Brittany's, a delightful enclave of homes with a Community Pool and Spa * * Award Winning Blue Ribbon Schools * * Close to Whiting Ranch Wilderness Area, hiking and riding Trails, Great Shopping, Restaurants. * * Buy Now! * * Come See, Start Packing! * * Take Advantage of Today's Low Rates! * *
Public Records
Jun 16, 2009
Sold
$369,000
$300/sq ft
CRMLS #S564896
Jun 19, 2009
Listing Removed
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Jun 16, 2009
Sold
$369,900
$300/sq ft
May 14, 2009
Contingent
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May 1, 2009
Relisted
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Apr 27, 2009
Listing Removed
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Mar 25, 2009
Contingent
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Feb 24, 2009
Listed
$369,900
$300/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,829 (+1.8%)
$476,672 + $174,046
$650,718
2024
$6,706 (+2.4%)
$476,672 + $174,046
$650,718
2023
$6,548 (+1.8%)
$467,325 + $170,634
$637,959
2022
$6,431 (+6.6%)
$458,161 + $167,289
$625,450
2021
$6,034 (−2.3%)
$449,178 + $164,009
$613,187
2020
$6,175 (+14.0%)
$440,370 + $160,794
$601,164
2019
$5,415 (+1.9%)
$435,854 + $159,146
$595,000
2018
$5,314 (+2.0%)
$351,116 + $165,373
$516,489
2017
$5,208 (−4.1%)
$337,482 + $158,952
$496,434
2016
$5,429 (+0.8%)
$337,482 + $158,952
$496,434
2015
$5,386 (+15.1%)
$330,864 + $155,836
$486,700
2014
$4,681 (+1.0%)
$226,265 + $161,364
$387,629
2013
$4,634 (−0.3%)
$226,265 + $161,364
$387,629
2012
$4,651 (+2.1%)
$216,496 + $154,399
$370,895
2011
$4,553 (+1.3%)
$216,496 + $154,399
$370,895
2010
$4,496 (+57.5%)
$216,496 + $154,399
$370,895
2009
$2,855 (+2.7%)
$214,878 + $153,246
$368,124
2008
$2,780
$59,089 + $147,187
$206,276
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
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Year renovated
1996
Sq. Ft.
1,232
Year built
1996
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Orange County
APN
93056437
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage, Driveway - Concrete, Driveway Level, Garage - Front Entry, Driveway, Side by Side
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Garage, Washer Included, Dryer Included
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Water Heater Unit, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range/Stove Hood, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Dishwasher
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Family Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, In Family Room
Kitchen Open to Family Room, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/4): 1
Quartz Counters, Bathtub, Remodeled, Shower
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Up
Flooring Information
Vinyl
Heating Information
Central Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Crown Moldings, Bar, Quartz Counters, Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan