Focus Real Estate Team

09/30/2026

NEW LISTING

21821 Michigan Ln, Lake Forest, CA 92630
4 beds | 3 baths | 1,712 sq ft
Listing by: Windy Ruffini

BROKER & PUBLIC OPEN 10/1 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
PUBLIC OPEN 10/3 & 10/4, 1 PM - 4 PM

Nestled in the prestigious Lake Forest Keys community, this home offers breathtaking panoramic views and an unparalleled waterfront lifestyle. Beautifully updated, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers approximately 1,712 sq. ft. of inviting indoor-outdoor living, tranquil water views, and a serene location. With a dream-like backyard and a private dock with direct lake access, you can enjoy sunset vistas from the water’s edge or from the comfort of your primary suite balcony.

The spacious living room is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace and opens directly to the covered lakeside patio. The kitchen features two-tone cabinetry and an adjacent breakfast nook to enjoy coffee in the mornings.

The flexible floor plan includes a main-level bedroom and full bath, ideal for guests or a home office. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat with lake views and a private balcony overlooking the water, an inviting spot to unwind at the end of the day. Two additional bedrooms and an updated bath complete the second level.

Outdoor living is where this home truly shines. A private front courtyard, expansive covered rear patio with ceiling fans, and direct lake frontage with space for your private boat create multiple spaces to entertain family and friends and watch a beautiful sunset! Recent improvements include fresh interior and exterior paint, updated kitchen with quartz countertops, new LVP flooring and carpet throughout, new bath vanities, updated lighting, and modern finishes that give the home a fresh, move-in-ready feel.

As a resident, you will have full access to the Sun and Sail Club, which includes: 5 swimming pools and 10 tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and access to the lake for fishing and various water activities.

📲 Contact Windy Ruffini and The Focus Real Estate Team to schedule your private showing today.

09/21/2026

SOLD

247 23rd Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
6 beds | 4 baths | 3,856 sq ft
Seller & Buyer Representation: Windy Ruffini

This rare Eastside Costa Mesa property is officially sold, with Windy Ruffini and The Focus Real Estate Team proudly representing both the sellers and the buyers.

Set on a double lot across from Lindbergh Park, the property features two fully detached residences, offering exceptional flexibility, privacy, and space. Ideally located near the Back Bay, 17th Street, and Newport Beach.

Congratulations to our sellers and buyers on a successful closing! 🥂

Thinking about buying or selling in Costa Mesa?
📲 Contact Windy Ruffini and The Focus Real Estate Team.

09/11/2026

JUST LEASED

26 Reunion,
Irvine, CA 92603
3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1,534 Sqft

Lease Listing Agent: Windy Ruffini
Tenant Agent: Kevin Elder

We’re excited to share another success story from Quail Hill, one of Irvine’s most sought-after communities. Representing the lease listing, our team is proud to have secured tenants for this stunning, highly upgraded residence.

Featuring 3 bedrooms, a downstairs office/den, and a private garden, the home offered the perfect balance of style and function. With a gourmet kitchen, open layout, and thoughtful upgrades throughout, it was move-in ready and a true standout in the market.

Congratulations to the new tenants, and a heartfelt thank you to our amazing clients! 💫

📲 Looking to lease, buy, or sell in Orange County? The Focus Real Estate Team is here to guide you every step of the way. Send us a DM to get started today!

09/08/2026

UNDER CONTRACT

388 Flint Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90814
3 beds | 3 baths | 3,023 sq ft
Listing by: Windy Ruffini

This rare modern residence in Long Beach is now under contract!

A truly unique property in Alamitos Heights with mid-century style, an oversized lot, pool, RV garage, multiple garage spaces, and so much more. Homes like this do not come around often.

Congratulations to our sellers on reaching this exciting milestone.

📲 Thinking about buying or selling in Long Beach? Contact Windy Ruffini and The Focus Real Estate Team to get started.

09/02/2026

FOR LEASE

26 Reunion, Irvine, CA 92603
3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1,534 Sqft
Lease Listing Agent: Windy Ruffini ()

OPEN HOUSE 9/6 2 PM - 3 PM

Gorgeous, highly upgraded Quail Hill home is waiting for you to make it your home! Beautiful wood floors welcome you in. This 3-bedroom home with an office/den downstairs is well-appointed. Enjoy the lovely evenings on the beautifully maintained private garden off the dining room. The kitchen is a cook's dream with granite counters and a walk-in pantry. Garages have direct access to the home. Washer/Dryer and Refrigerator included. Great location, move-in ready. Close to parks, community pools, tennis courts, and surrounded by beautifully landscaped greenbelts, just minutes to the 405 & 133 freeways, shopping, lots of areas to walk and play! All of this PLUS Irvine's award-winning schools. Well worth your time to check us out!

📲 Contact The Focus Real Estate Team to schedule your private showing today!

08/28/2026

OPEN HOUSE
Saturday 8/29 1 PM - 4 PM
Sunday 8/30 1 PM - 4 PM

388 Flint Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90814
3 beds | 3 baths | 3,023 sq ft
Listing by: Windy Ruffini

Rare mid-century modern residence situated on one of the largest properties in Alamitos Heights, spanning across 2½ lots. Offering approx. 3,023 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, a private pool, residential elevator, huge RV garage and 3 additional garage spaces, this unique home combines architectural character with impressive versatility.

A dramatic two-story entry with soaring ceilings, a curved staircase, open upper landing with a peak-a-boo view of Catalina, offer an impressive sense of space and natural light. The well-equipped kitchen features abundant cabinetry, stainless steel appliances including a w**e refrigerator and a view of the sparkling pool. A recreation room with built-in shelving provides flexible space for playing pool, entertaining guests or enjoying your hobbies.

Outdoors, enjoy a private pool and patio surrounded by mature orange, tangerine, lemon, lime, and pomegranate trees. RV, boating and car enthusiasts will appreciate the oversized 34' deep x 26' wide foot RV garage with an 11-foot roll-up door, plus three additional garage spaces.

Additional highlights include a fully owned 40-panel solar system, Milgard windows and upgraded 200-amp electrical panel. Ideally located near Colorado Lagoon, Marina Vista Park, Alamitos Bay, Belmont Shore, and the shops and restaurants of Second Street, this is a rare opportunity to own an exceptionally large and distinctive property in one of Long Beach’s most desirable neighborhoods.

📲 Contact Windy Ruffini and The Focus Real Estate Team to schedule your private showing today.

08/27/2026

NEW LISTING

388 Flint Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90814
3 beds | 3 baths | 3,023 sq ft
Listing by: Windy Ruffini

PUBLIC OPEN 8/29 & 8/30 1 PM - 4 PM

Rare mid-century modern residence situated on one of the largest properties in Alamitos Heights, spanning across 2½ lots. Offering approx. 3,023 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, a private pool, residential elevator, huge RV garage and 3 additional garage spaces, this unique home combines architectural character with impressive versatility.

A dramatic two-story entry with soaring ceilings, a curved staircase, open upper landing with a peak-a-boo view of Catalina, offer an impressive sense of space and natural light. The well-equipped kitchen features abundant cabinetry, stainless steel appliances including a w**e refrigerator and a view of the sparkling pool. A recreation room with built-in shelving provides flexible space for playing pool, entertaining guests or enjoying your hobbies.

Outdoors, enjoy a private pool and patio surrounded by mature orange, tangerine, lemon, lime, and pomegranate trees. RV, boating and car enthusiasts will appreciate the oversized 34' deep x 26' wide foot RV garage with an 11-foot roll-up door, plus three additional garage spaces.

Additional highlights include a fully owned 40-panel solar system, Milgard windows and upgraded 200-amp electrical panel. Ideally located near Colorado Lagoon, Marina Vista Park, Alamitos Bay, Belmont Shore, and the shops and restaurants of Second Street, this is a rare opportunity to own an exceptionally large and distinctive property in one of Long Beach’s most desirable neighborhoods.

📲 Contact Windy Ruffini and The Focus Real Estate Team to schedule your private showing today.

08/24/2026

Would you rather negotiate a lower purchase price or a mortgage rate buydown?

For Newport Beach buyers, the answer is not always as obvious as it seems.

A lower purchase price sounds like the clear win. But depending on your financing, how long you plan to own the home, and the terms being offered, a seller-funded rate buydown could have a greater impact on your monthly payment.

We, Windy Ruffini and the Focus Real Estate Team, help buyers look beyond the headline number and evaluate which negotiation strategy makes the most sense for their goals.

A few things worth comparing

• The monthly payment savings from a rate buydown
• The actual savings from a lower purchase price
• How long you expect to own the home
• Cash needed at closing
• Seller motivation and available concessions
• Your long-term financial plans

Sometimes negotiating $25,000 off the price may sound better than using that same amount strategically toward financing, but the numbers can tell a different story.

There is no universal answer.

The strongest negotiation is the one that creates the most meaningful benefit for your specific situation, not simply the biggest discount on paper.

We help buyers evaluate the property, financing, and seller's position together so they can negotiate with a clear strategy.

👇 If you're buying a home in Newport Beach and wondering whether to negotiate a rate buydown or a lower purchase price, this guide breaks down what to consider before deciding.

Compare a mortgage rate buydown with a lower purchase price in Newport Beach, including payment savings, taxes, break-even timing, and 2026 strategy.

08/21/2026

JUST CLOSED

1738 Paloma Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
6 Beds | 6 Baths | 4,500 Sqft
Buyer's Agent: Windy Ruffini

Officially closed in Newport Beach!

We’re so excited for our buyers as they step into their beautiful new home, a thoughtfully designed residence that perfectly captures the relaxed sophistication of coastal California living.

It was a privilege to represent them throughout the purchase and help bring this one across the finish line. Congratulations to our buyers on an exciting new chapter and an incredible place to call home. ✨

Thinking about buying in Newport Beach or coastal Orange County? The Focus Real Estate Team is here to help you navigate every step of the way.

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949-887-1393