$699,000

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… Read More 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. Read Less

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Nov 4, 2026

Property Type

Townhouse

Beds

Full Baths

Half Bath

Square Ft.

1,122

Lot Size

10.34 Acres

Year Built

1979

MLS Number

OC26237169

Additional Details

Property Access

Road Surface: Paved

Appliances & Equipment

BuiltInRange, ConvectionOven, Dishwasher, Disposal, GasRange

Building

Built in 1979, Living area: 1122.0, Living area units: SquareFeet, 2 stories, Levels: Two, Entry level: 1, Entry location: 2

Community

142 units in community, Biking, Hiking, Lake, PreservePublicLand, StreetLights, Sidewalks, Park, Pool

Cooling

CentralAir

Disclosures

CovenantsRestrictionsDisclosure, HoaDisclosure

Doors

MirroredClosetDoors

Accessibility Features

None

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: FrontPorch, Open, Patio

Fireplaces

LivingRoom

Floors

Carpet, Tile

Garage

1 spaces

Heating

Central

Home Owner's Association

Association Fee: $510, Fee Frequency: Monthly, Amenities: MaintenanceGrounds, MaintenanceFrontYard, Pool, SpaHotTub, Trails

Interior Features

BreakfastBar, BreakfastArea, CeilingFans, CathedralCeilings, SeparateFormalDiningRoom, EatInKitchen, GraniteCounters, HighCeilings, OpenFloorplan, RecessedLighting, Storage, AllBedroomsUp, DressingArea, PrimarySuite

Laundry

InGarage

Lot

10.345 acres, BackYard, FrontYard, NearPark, NearPublicTransit

Parking

1 carport spaces, 2 total parking spaces, Carport, Garage

Pool

Community, Association

Property

UpdatedRemodeled, Turnkey, Courtyard, ParkGreenbelt, Lake, Pond, Pool, TreesWoods, Water

Security Features

CarbonMonoxideDetectors, SmokeDetectors

Sewer

PublicSewer

Taxes

Additional parcels description:, Parcel Number: 93060536, Lot: 1

Utilities

Water Source: Public

Water Features

Creek, Lake, Stream

Windows

DoublePaneWindows, Drapes, RollerShields, Skylights

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