About 717 Balsam Way
Welcome to 717 Balsam Way, a beautifully maintained single-story home nestled in the gated Laurel Park community in Hemet—an all-ages neighborhood offering resort-style amenities and convenient access to shopping, recreation, and entertainment. This thoughtfully designed home features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with 1,217 square feet of living space, including a spacious primary suite and a private junior suite, making it ideal for guests, extended family, or a home office. The home sits on a 4,792 square foot lot with attractive curb appeal highlighted by a wide driveway, mature shade tree, and easy-care landscaping. Inside, the open floor plan creates a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The entry opens to a light-filled family room with soaring ceilings and a tile fireplace with wood mantle. The living space flows seamlessly into the dining area with sliding glass doors leading to the backyard. The eat-in kitchen offers ample cabinetry, tile countertops, and a water filtration system under the sink. The spacious primary suite features vaulted ceilings, an upgraded ceiling fan, and a walk-in closet. The ensuite bathroom includes dual sinks, a soaking tub, and a separate walk-in shower. Down the hall is a generously sized junior suite with its own walk-in closet. Additional interior highlights include designer two-tone paint, Berber carpet flooring, custom window treatments, and an indoor laundry room with built-in cabinetry. Step outside to a spacious backyard with mature fruit trees, offering a wonderful opportunity to design your own outdoor retreat. Laurel Park residents enjoy gated security and community amenities including a pool, spa, clubhouse, and onsite RV parking available for approximately $25 per month. The location provides convenient access to shopping, dining, and entertainment including Soboba Casino Resort just minutes away. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby Diamond Valley Lake Recreation Area. The home is also about 45 minutes to Palm Springs and approximately one hour to Desert Hills Premium Outlets.
Features of 717 Balsam Way
| MLS® # | OC26046808 |
|---|---|
| Price | $340,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 1,217 |
| Lot Size | 4,792 |
| Year Built | 1989 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Spanish |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| # Of Units | 1 |
Community Information
| Address | 717 Balsam Way |
|---|---|
| Area | SRCAR - Southwest Riverside County |
| City | Hemet |
| County | Riverside |
| Zip Code | 92545 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Clubhouse, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub |
|---|---|
| Utilities | Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Cable Connected, Phone Connected |
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Parking | Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Door-Multi, Door-Single, Garage Door Opener, See Remarks |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Direct Access, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Door-Multi, Door-Single, Garage Door Opener, See Remarks |
| View | None |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Association |
Interior
| Interior | Carpet, Tile, Vinyl |
|---|---|
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Bedroom on Main Level, Walk-In Closet(s), All Bedrooms Down, Ceramic Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Open Floorplan, Unfurnished |
| Appliances | Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Gas Cooktop |
| Heating | Central, Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Gas, Living Room |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One |
Exterior
| Exterior | Drywall, Concrete, Stucco |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Level, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Back Yard, Close to Clubhouse, Front Yard, Near Park, Rectangular Lot, Yard |
| Windows | Custom Covering(s), Screens |
| Roof | Tile |
| Construction | Drywall, Concrete, Stucco |
| Foundation | Slab |
School Information
| District | Hemet Unified |
|---|---|
| Middle | Diamond Valley |
| High | West Valley |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | March 4th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 156 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | Yes |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| HOA Fees | 118 |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Monthly |
Listing Details
| Agent | Marcos Orozco |
|---|---|
| Office | Marco Real Estate Group |
