Donna Empfield

I have sold a property at B 3495 Monte Hermoso in Laguna Woods on Oct 24, 2023. See details here

PANORAMIC VIEW!! Remodeled 2BD/2BA "La Quinta" condo located on the bluff to enjoy the amazing mountain and city lights view plus a great ocean breeze! From the moment you walk in, prepare to be impressed by this top of the world view. There are sliding doors in the living room and both bedrooms plus a long patio to take advantage of this amazing location. The patio side of the condo is oriented northeast for sun the morning and the kitchen widows face southwest for the afternoon sun. Beautiful remodel includes an open kitchen with white shaker cabinets (soft close cabinets/drawers & lazy susan), quartz countertops including an island with pendant lighting and breakfast bar seating, wine refrigerator, added pantry, recessed lighting, large window over the kitchen sink and stainless and white appliances. The great room features space for formal and informal dining plus large living room area. This room is heated/cooled with a ductless mini-split for quiet, energy efficient climate control. Walk right out to the patio with your own garden area that runs the length of the patio and small greenbelt - perfect if you have a pet! Back inside, there is full size washer/dryer in the hallway closet behind the bi-fold doors. The guest area features a good sized room with mirrored closet doors and sliding doors out to the patio. The adjacent guest bathroom has an updated vanity, fiberglass walk-in shower and small window. The master suite is another "room with a view" to wake up to through the sliding glass doors, enjoys a walk-in closet plus a beautifully remodeled bathroom with quartz-topped vanity and large walk-in shower with glass sliding doors. Flooring in this home is a combination of laminate in the living room and bedrooms and vinyl plank in kitchen, hallway and master bath. Ceiling are smooth and baseboards upgraded. Enjoy your spacious detached one car garage that is set on the end with extra storage space and driveway in a private cul-de-sac with lots of guest parking. This home is just a short distance to the Clubhouse 5 with pool, mini-gym and large party room for large club and LW events! This remarkable home is ideally situated within Laguna Woods - allowing residents to take full advantage of its impressive amenities to stay social and active.

I have sold a property at A 3220 Via Carrizo in Laguna Woods on Oct 19, 2023. See details here

Welcome home to turnkey El Doble, a charming 2 bed and 1.75 bath highly desirable single level end unit home. Nestled in the guard-gated community of Laguna Woods. You will delight in this freshly painted home with dual master suites, a spacious living room and a bonus room that can be used for entertaining, an office, den or simply as a relaxation area to watch and enjoy the tranquility of the neighborhood. Upgraded features include new double pane windows, sliding doors, scraped ceilings, ceiling fan, vinyl waterproof flooring, Crown molding in hallway, living room dining room ,central heating and air conditioning. The remodeled kitchen is accented with granite countertops, tile backsplash, stainless steel sink, refrigerator, dishwasher. Both bathrooms have a beautiful quartz countertop. The attached large one car garage has a side by side washer and dryer with plenty of space for storage. The community offers many amenities including: 2 golf courses, 7 clubhouses, 5 swimming pools, spas, tennis courts, pickleball, lawn bowling, hundreds of social clubs, a performing arts theater, gym and more. Not only that, it is close to the beach, shopping, major freeway, public transportation, restaurants, doctors and hospitals.

I have sold a property at F 101 Via Estrada in Laguna Woods on Oct 17, 2023. See details here

Completely remodeled Granada cottage in quiet convenient location with nobody above or below and vaulted ceiling in the living room. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, inside laundry with washer/dryer, central air conditioning and heat, dual pane windows, smooth ceilings, wood look floors, crown molding, custom kitchen and baths with warm wood cabinetry and granite counters. Primary suite has a walk-in shower with solatube for natural light, ceiling fan, mirrored wardrobe doors and sliding glass door out to a private patio with small garden area. Second bedroom has mirrored wardrobe doors, ceiling fan and plenty of light and fresh from the adjacent atrium. Its bathroom has a tub/shower and solatube for natural light as well. The laundry is conveniently located in the hallway and has larger capacity washer and dryer. Living room is very good size, has recessed lights and is prewired for speakers, chair rail and built-in wall units (Buyer can easily remove them if they do not want them). Dining room is light and open and has room for a table that expands for plenty of guests. Kitchen is very spacious and well laid out with counter space galore, lots of storage, recessed lights, window over the kitchen sink and stainless steel appliances including microwave, glass top range, dishwasher and side by side refrigerator with ice maker and water dispenser.Excellent location near gate 2, no road noise and convenient to shopping, clubhouses and library. Premier guard gated coastal senior community of Laguna Woods Village. Some of the community amenities are 27 hole Golf Course with a Restaurant and Bar, Performing Arts Center, 5 pools, Tennis Facility with Pickleball too, Lawn Bowling, Equestrian Center, Computer Labs, 3 fitness centers, community bus system, more than 200 clubs and organizations, Saddleback College emeritus courses, Woodshop, Art, Sewing, Lapidary, Ceramics, RV parking, garden center. HOA fee includes amenities, water, sewer, trash and cable TV. Must be 55+ years of age to purchase and other occupant can be 45+ years of age. Carport 120 Space 7 is close by

I have sold a property at D 408 Avenida Castilla in Laguna Woods on Aug 18, 2023. See details here

Exquisitely remodeled "Valencia" co-op situated on a serene bluff-top cul-de-sac conveniently loated between Gates 1 & 3. Highly desirable cottage-style home offers the luxury of no neighbors above or below as well as a stair-free layout. As you approach, be greeted by a meticulously maintained, drought-tolerant landscape complemented by community greenbelts & well-kept neighboring gardens. Step onto the sunny front patio and then through double doors to enter the spacious living room adorned with vaulted ceiling and large window providing ample sunlight and picturesque views of the surroundings. Notice the stunning upgrades that enhance every corner of this home including mahogany engineered wood flooring, dual pane windows, plantation shutters, smooth ceilings, upgraded crown and base moldings, central HVAC, upgraded switches/outlets, and a new sub-panel. The fabulous kitchen area has been expanded, featuring quartz countertops with a serving peninsula, a tile backsplash, white shaker cabinets with soft-close drawers/doors and lazy susans and recessed lighting. The kitchen window offers a pleasant view of the front patio. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining area is illuminated by a generous skylight and leads to the enclosed atrium currently utilized as an office, creating a luminous and functional space thanks to the skylight and recessed lighting. Move on to the guest bedroom/den, which can easily be converted into a private space for guests by adding additional doors. The spa-like bathroom boasts a tiled walk-in shower with a seat and glass enclosure, stackable washer/dryer, skylight, and two granite-topped vanities. The bathroom floor is tiled for effortless maintenance. Master bedroom is of generous size and currently accommodates a king-size bed. Both bedrooms are equipped with ceiling fans for energy-efficient air circulation. This remarkable home is ideally located to enjoy Laguna Woods and its impressive amenities, including Clubhouse 1 with a pool, gym, bocce ball court, and library, as well as Clubhouse 3 renowned for its Performing Arts Center. Laguna Woods Village residents have the privilege of indulging in a 27-hole championship golf course, a 9-hole executive par 3 course, pickleball, tennis courts, lawn bowling, gyms, clubhouses, swimming pools, horse stables, gardening centers, art studio, world-class woodshop, computer workrooms & classes along with 200+ clubs and organizations to stay physically and socially active!

I have sold a property at A 204 Avenida Majorca in Laguna Woods on Oct 2, 2023. See details here

END UNIT IN QUIET AREA! This gorgeous CORDOBA floor plan has too many upgrades to list! Vacant and furniture moved out, this home has just been freshly painted (see pictures 31 - 44). The entrance to this fabulous light and bright home features a large patio with natural stone tiling, beautiful landscaping, and a fountain that creates a relaxing and private oasis. As you enter the home, you'll truly appreciate the owner's attention to detail with many upgrades throughout including central air, inside laundry, high-end laminate flooring, dual pane windows, plantation shutters in both bedrooms, 4 ceiling fans, and several skylights that bring in plenty of natural light. Relax in the large living room with a view of the patio, and for those cozy nights in, you'll love the electric fireplace! The wall unit can be left or removed (buyer's choice). The fully upgraded kitchen features newer appliances, self-closing cherry wood cabinets/drawers, and quartz counter tops. This unit features 2 bedrooms and an extra-large spa-like bathroom featuring a beautifully tiled walk-in shower with it's own remote-controlled skylight! There's a separate bathtub to relax in, upgraded vanity with quartz counter-top, and a newer Washer Dryer. The original atrium area has been converted into a den, perfect as an office or craft room. This unit is conveniently located near Gate 2 for quick access to the areas many ammenities. Laguna Woods Village features 5 swimming pools, 7 clubhouses, 3 gyms, craft studios, 2 gorgeous golf courses (27-hole and 9-hole par 3), 250 social clubs, a performing arts center, pickleball, tennis courts, equestrian trails, stables, fare free bus service, golf cart paths, 24/7 manned security gates, lawn bowling, bocce ball, pickle ball and much more. Conveniently located near beautiful Laguna Beach, shopping malls, medical services, hospitals, and the 5 freeway.

I have sold a property at A 2156 Via Mariposa East in Laguna Woods on Oct 5, 2023. See details here

55+ community!! Long term unfurnished rental. Completely remodeled and reconfigured "Monterey" 2BD/2BA co-op features master suite, guest bathroom and totally open kitchen! This property was designed by the architect/owner as his own home. End-unit cottage faces a nice greenbelt and has no steps or anyone above/below and is close to carport, guest parking as well as street parking. Beautiful tree-filled walk-up leads to tiled, partially covered patio entrance which houses washer/dryer & water heater in the closet. Features throughout include: central heat/air, energy efficient dual pane windows with Hunter Douglas privacy shades, recessed lighting, mirrored closet doors, medium-tone wood laminate flooring, surround sound throughout, ceiling fan in each room and gorgeous solid core birch wood interior doors. One of the unique original features that has been kept is the dutch-type front door that can be opened for air flow and light. Your first interior view is the stylish living/dining/kitchen great room with wood shaker cabinets featuring soft-close cabinet doors and drawers, quartz counters, tile backsplash, stainless appliances, and glamorous chandelier for a beautiful focal point. Spacious living room area enjoys a greenbelt view and high ceilings. Bedrooms are located on opposite ends of the co-op for maximum privacy for your guests. 2 beautiful bathrooms will rival any upscale hotel with quartz-topped vanities, tiled shower with rainhead and seat and jetted-tub!