South OC recent sales

Here's a weekend look at some of the properties that have recently changed hands in South OC.

48 Snow Bush St., Ladera 92694
Sales price: $852,000
Sales date: 2-18-2010
Previous sales price: $1,061,000
Previous sales date: 6-30-2005
Size: 5 beds / 4.25 baths / 3,489 sq ft
Listing description snippet: "End of cul-de-sac location with area view and courtyard entry. Formal living room and formal dining room. Kitchen has wood floors, granite counters, built-in refrigerator and nook area with fireplace. Family room has built-in entertainment center. Main floor bed and bath. Upstairs bonus room and laundry room. Master suite with shower, tub and walk-in closet."

12 Joyeuse, Laguna Niguel 92677
Sales price: $625,000
Sales date: 2-17-2010
Previous sales price: $560,000
Previous sales date: 2-13-2009
Size: 3 beds / 2.5 baths / 1,900 sq ft
Listing description snippet: "You simply can t beat the location of this turn key home in Marinia Hills. This home is located on a oversized lot at the end of a cul-de-sac of only 10 homes. The floor plan of this 1900 square foot home is very functional offering three bedrooms plus a generous sized loft, perfect for a home office, or sitting room."

1155 Katella St, Laguna Beach 92651
Sales price: $1,570,000
Sales date: 2-17-2010
Previous sales price: $1,200,000
Previous sales date: 6-20-2003
Size: 3 beds / 3 baths / 2,800 sq ft
Listing description snippet: "Coast line views from this remodeled home with an expanded deck built in top of the line b-que and fridge granite counter top for gracious entertaining. Gourmet kitchen with top of the line appliances and all new cabinetry and granite counters. Living and dinning area flow nicley for entertaining and enjoying the forever views around the cozy fireplace."

24352 Berrendo, Laguna Hills 92656
Sales price: $279,900
Sales date: 2-14-2010
Previous sales price: $437,000
Previous sales date: 6-20-2005
Size: 2 beds / 1.75 baths / 1,038 sq ft
Listing description snippet: "Great ground floor unit in the middle of the tract. View of the pool and community facilities. Huge wrap around patio for entertaining or dog owners. Laminate floor in living areas and tile in the baths. Inside laundry for stackable washer and dryer."