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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Private patio or balcony
  • In-home washer and dryer
  • Basketball court
  • Attached garage
  • Spacious storage options
  • Stainless steel appliances

Location

25381 Mosswood Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630, USA|Serrano Highlands
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Management

Essex Property Trust, Inc

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Leasing office

(909) 415-4359

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Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm PT

Property Overview

Trabuco Villas earns an excellent overall rating with standout marks for price, amenities, location, quality, and trustworthiness, reflecting strong value and convenience. It features a private patio or balcony, basketball court, in-home washer and dryer, attached garage, spacious storage options, and stainless steel appliances. Nearby photo coverage, outdoor spaces, pet-related services, and a top-rated elementary school add to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.9
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, Trabuco Villas is one of the top properties in Serrano Highlands. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Plan 1A1 bed1 bath770 sqft$2,857–$2,967 /mo3 units available
Plan 2A2 bed2 bath1,100 sqft$3,187–$3,449 /mo2 units available
Plan 2B2 bed2 bath1,100 sqft$3,387–$3,399 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Trabuco Villas

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBarbecue Area
Outdoor SpaceSwimming Pool

Services

On-Site Maintenance

Other

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Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 cats max. Pets must be spayed/neutered.

$50

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$500

Dog

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 dogs max. Pets must be spayed/neutered.

$75

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$500

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Building details

Property details

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About Trabuco Villas

HomeApartments in Lake ForestSerrano Highlands Trabuco Villas

We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Situated in the Saddleback Valley of South Orange County, CA, Trabuco Villas in Lake Forest features spacious homes with thoughtful features that invite you to live in comfort. Our one- and two-bedroom apartment homes come complete with spacious storage options, skylights, and an in-home washer and dryer. Select homes also feature interior enhancements like designer cabinetry and stainless steel appliances and exterior elements like a private patio or balcony or an attached garage with driveway outside. Our pet-friendly community is filled with convenient amenities for you to enjoy. Get outside and get moving on our basketball court, picnic with friends and neighbors in our barbecue area, or go for a dip in the pool and spa. Our community is close to numerous city parks as well as a wealth of shopping and dining options at neighborhood centers. Perhaps best of all, our location nestled between Interstate 5 and the 241-toll road makes getting around Orange County a breeze. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.


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Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.9
/10
Excellent
With an impressive overall rating of 9.9 out of 10, Trabuco Villas is one of the top properties in Serrano Highlands. It stands out for Price, Amenities, and Location, so residents can expect their monthly rent payments to give them elevated features, an exceptional standard of living, and a phenomenal experience.
How we rated Trabuco Villas
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Trabuco Villas offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Trabuco Villas stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Trabuco Villas offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Trabuco Villas has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at Trabuco Villas.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Trabuco Villas has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

I’m very satisfied with the work done by Marco. He installed my new water heater with great care and precision. His service was top-notch, and I appreciate his attention to detail

Leila Balouch

Leila Balouch

Oct 06, 2024

Marco is extremely professional and always goes above and beyond to assist.

Rozie Sundstedt

Rozie Sundstedt

Nov 12, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Trabuco Villas is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Trabuco Villas compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
This property allows pets
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Serrano Highlands

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Trabuco Villas to be 3% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Serrano Highlands.

Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Serrano Highlands
Lake Forest
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lake Forest
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$3,095
August 2024$3,320
September 2024$3,569
October 2024$3,923
November 2024$3,591
December 2024$3,597
January 2025$3,524
February 2025$3,305
March 2025$3,219
April 2025$3,163
May 2025$3,156
June 2025$3,124
July 2025$3,050
August 2025$3,000
September 2025$3,040
October 2025$3,306
November 2025$3,110
December 2025$3,124
January 2026$3,040
February 2026$3,095
March 2026$3,102
April 2026$3,019
May 2026$3,132
June 2026$3,130
July 2026$3,150
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Serrano Highlands
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$3,422
September 2024$3,250
October 2024$3,183
November 2024$3,065
December 2024$3,139
January 2025$3,197
February 2025$3,312
March 2025$3,276
May 2025$3,295
August 2025$3,200
January 2026$3,625
February 2026$3,203
March 2026$3,198
May 2026$3,414
June 2026$3,400

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$114,280/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $114,280 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,857.
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Schools near Trabuco Villas

Solis Park

101 abacus

irvine, CA, 92618

K-8Public

SVUSD Virtual Academy (Alternative)

25952 cordillera dr

mission viejo, CA, 92691

K-12Public
A-

Cadence Park

750 benchmark

irvine, CA, 92618

K-8Public
A

Loma Ridge

500 tomato springs

irvine, CA, 92618

K-6Public
A

Beacon Park

200 cultivate

irvine, CA, 92618

K-8Public
A
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Neighborhood

Serrano Highlands | Lake Forest, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Lake Forest near 25381 Mosswood Way

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 25381 Mosswood Way, Lake Forest

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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