$250,000 Price Drop!!! Best deal in Covenant Hills!!! A uniquely private, sophisticated and elegant, French Country Cottage Inspired Estate perched on one of the most desirable hilltops, characterized by entrancing, poetic, panoramic views and gentle sloping hills. Romantic Stone front cottage welcomes you into the courtyard, where you are greeted by a classic turret, a sparkling leaded glass door, and a large private Casita. Venture inside the foyer and view the stunning African walnut floors and the wrought iron staircase. Featuring formal living and dining rooms, a tastefully remodeled, open-concept kitchen complete with butler’s pantry and island, dining area, and a family room. French doors open to private luxury resort style grounds featuring a salt water pool, spa and outdoor living room. An en suite bedroom completes the lower level. Upper level features a generous Master Suite, an intimate view balcony, cozy fireplace and a luxurious master bath. Two en suite Secondary bedrooms, and a spacious multi-purpose loft adds flexibility and functionality. Absorb the ambiance of the sunset skies while you’re warmed by the outdoor hearth and caressed by the delightful breezes. Truly a distinctive Property.
Single-familyProperty Type
2007Year Built
8,621 sq ftLot Size
$685Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Rosemary Hieber•DRE #01275881• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Greg Glick•DRE #01888110• Keller Williams Realty
Covenant Hills Living at its finest. This home offers 3,813 square feet of living space with 4BR/4.5BA plus loft and a private casita. This estate provides the sophistication and elegance today's owners seek. You are first greeted by the soothing sound of water fountains encased by a beautifully landscaped front yard which leads you to your very own private courtyard. As you enter the home you'll find yourself in a carefully crafted rotunda while gazing into the open space revealing a finely appointed stair case with wrought iron rails. Other amazing features of this home are the masterfully laid African walnut floors all throughout downstairs, gourmet kitchen with granite counters, stainless steel appliances that opens to the spacious family room with French doors that showcases the private salt water pool & spa. As you sit by the outdoor fireplace and enjoy the views of the hills while being caressed by ocean breezes, you'll eventually want to retire into your master bedroom suite with a romantic fireplace and beautifully laid out bath. You'll find that this unique home will even beckon to the most discerning buyers.
CRMLS #S461010
Feb 28, 2007
Sold
$1,195,000
$313/sq ft
Feb 7, 2007
Listing Removed
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Sep 30, 2006
Listed
$1,279,000
$335/sq ft
Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to own in William Lyon's new community of Amarante at Covenant Hills. Elegant European Cottage, Res 3A is enjoys a gated courtyard that leads to the private front entry. Formal living and dining rooms radiate from the entry. Gorgeous wrought iron stairway. Family room with surround sound speakers. Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops includes a generous breakfast alcove. Privacy defines the master suite with fireplace and master bath with spa tub.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,690 (+1.8%)
$713,938 + $842,752
$1,556,690
2024
$21,299 (+1.9%)
$713,938 + $842,752
$1,556,690
2023
$20,909 (+0.6%)
$699,939 + $826,228
$1,526,167
2022
$20,793 (+1.6%)
$686,215 + $810,028
$1,496,243
2021
$20,456 (+1.3%)
$672,759 + $794,146
$1,466,905
2020
$20,187 (+0.2%)
$659,568 + $778,575
$1,438,143
2019
$20,143
$652,805 + $770,592
$1,423,397
2018
$20,144 (+0.4%)
$640,005 + $755,483
$1,395,488
2017
$20,062 (+0.4%)
$615,152 + $726,148
$1,341,300
2016
$19,986 (−0.2%)
$615,152 + $726,148
$1,341,300
2015
$20,030 (−0.6%)
$603,090 + $711,910
$1,315,000
2014
$20,141 (+26.4%)
$602,455 + $672,545
$1,275,000
2013
$15,938
$602,455 + $672,545
$1,275,000
2012
$15,924 (+3.4%)
$103,126 + $776,874
$880,000
2011
$15,402 (−2.8%)
$103,126 + $776,874
$880,000
2010
$15,842 (+0.6%)
$103,126 + $776,874
$880,000
2009
$15,740 (−9.7%)
$138,126 + $776,874
$915,000
2008
$17,440
$138,126 + $776,874
$915,000
Tax history for 39 Christopher St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,690 (+1.8%)
$713,938 + $842,752
$1,556,690
2024
$21,299 (+1.9%)
$713,938 + $842,752
$1,556,690
2023
$20,909 (+0.6%)
$699,939 + $826,228
$1,526,167
2022
$20,793 (+1.6%)
$686,215 + $810,028
$1,496,243
2021
$20,456 (+1.3%)
$672,759 + $794,146
$1,466,905
2020
$20,187 (+0.2%)
$659,568 + $778,575
$1,438,143
2019
$20,143
$652,805 + $770,592
$1,423,397
2018
$20,144 (+0.4%)
$640,005 + $755,483
$1,395,488
2017
$20,062 (+0.4%)
$615,152 + $726,148
$1,341,300
2016
$19,986 (−0.2%)
$615,152 + $726,148
$1,341,300
2015
$20,030 (−0.6%)
$603,090 + $711,910
$1,315,000
2014
$20,141 (+26.4%)
$602,455 + $672,545
$1,275,000
2013
$15,938
$602,455 + $672,545
$1,275,000
2012
$15,924 (+3.4%)
$103,126 + $776,874
$880,000
2011
$15,402 (−2.8%)
$103,126 + $776,874
$880,000
2010
$15,842 (+0.6%)
$103,126 + $776,874
$880,000
2009
$15,740 (−9.7%)
$138,126 + $776,874
$915,000
2008
$17,440
$138,126 + $776,874
$915,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
4.5
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
8,497 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
3,786
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
74152111
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
PC
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Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
No uses permitted by right
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Paved, Driveway, Garage - Front Entry, Direct Garage Access, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Side by Side, Garage - Single Door