Investors Are Busy in Irvine’s Low-End Housing Market

May 9th, 2012 by Sylvia Walker 

It looks like investors have been busy in Irvine. Of the over 30 Irvine homes listed on Redfin as “Least Expensive,” over half are “Sale Pending.” In addition, many of the “Least Expensive” Irvine homes that are still available are in The Groves mobile park community.

If you are in the market for an investment property or feel that a small, inexpensive home would suit you just fine, homes that are still available in Irvine’s lower-priced housing market are listed below. However, I have a feeling that you will need all cash to beat any others that might be interested—at least for the condos. But don’t let that stop you from inquiring if you are interested but lack the cash.

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Artist in Residence: Turtle Rock Glen Townhome

May 8th, 2012 by SMS 

Start with a prime location, then pick a skilled artist to interpret the setting.  That was my take on Sunday’s open house at 3 Whitewater #2 ($510,000).  From the outside, this townhome blends right into the natural hillside surroundings in a secluded area of Turtle Rock, just minutes from the University of California Irvine.


But as you step inside, be prepared to be intrigued.  The home is meticulous and the added detail in art is extensive.   The open loft floor plan lends itself to the strategic placement of art and the owner, who has lived here 17 years, has obviously enjoyed the space and made the most of his surroundings.

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Tustin, but Irvine Schools

May 7th, 2012 by Cubic Zirconia 

Beginning of the year, I wrote an article about Irvine homes that fall under Tustin School District, or sometimes under Santa Ana School District. But, there are homes in Tustin that are served by Irvine School District too. The area is Tustin Field.

Tustin Field is a community in the 92782 zip code of Tustin. 61.1% of the housing inventory is owned, 34.8% is rented. Annual residential turnover is 57% and 12% of the community is in more than five years of residency. About 80% of the community has college education. 77% is white collared, and 23% is blue collared workforce. Median income is $108,431. Overall crime rate is 0.8, below the national average of 1. The nearest shopping center for Tustin Field is The District.

Today, we will look at two properties around 3000 SF in Tustin Field.

16603 Sonora St, Tustin CA 92782:

1334 Sun Dial Drive Tustin, CA 92782

Floor Plan available here

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Closed Sales from 4/26/2012 to 5/2/2012

May 6th, 2012 by nilam 
Date Sold Address Zip Tract Sold Price Beds Sq Ft
Airport Area          
4/27/12 3131 Michelson Dr 1602 92612 Marquee at Park Place $410,000 2 1370
4/28/12 8053 Scholarship 92612 The Plaza $530,000 2 1450
4/30/12 3141 Michelson Dr 1306 92612 Marquee at Park Place $410,000 2 1295
4/30/12 5125 Scholarship 92612 The Plaza $665,000 2 1675
5/1/12 3102 Scholarship 92612 3000 The Plaza $1,350,000 3 2390
5/1/12 5039 Scholarship 92612 The Plaza $800,000 2 1790
             
Columbus Grove          
4/26/12 1207 Abelia 92606 Savannah $271,000 1 1310
             
El Camino Real          
4/26/12 1 Greenwood 92604 Smoketree $388,000 3 1178
4/27/12 10 Helena 92604 Heritage Park $380,000 3 1639
4/30/12 14931 Dahlquist Road 92604 El Camino Glen $493,000 5 2325
5/1/12 13 Snowberry 92604 Deerfield Townhomes $350,000 3 1250
             
Northpark            
4/26/12 21 Vacaville 92602 Mendocino North $860,000 3 2600
5/1/12 22 Upland 92602 Miramar $933,000 4 2681
             
Northwood          
4/26/12 25 Mount Vernon 92620 Georgetown $775,000 5 2650
4/26/12 12 Benjamin 92620 Courtside $780,000 4 2173
4/26/12 820 Timberwood 92620 Collage $340,000 2 1300
4/26/12 25 Filare 92620 Vista Filare $542,000 3 1645
4/27/12 4 Fort Sumter 92620 nowthwood park $635,000 4 2795
4/27/12 12 Cape Cod 92620 Oakleaf $578,000 3 1567
4/28/12 206 GARDEN GATE 92620 Glenneyre at Lanes End $480,000 2 1200
4/28/12 22 E Ensueno 92620 Park Place $780,000 4 2190
4/30/12 314 Timberwood 92620 Collage $399,900 2 1442
4/30/12 17 E Delamesa 92620 Park Paseo $513,000 3 1325
5/1/12 87 Streamwood 92620 Irvine Springs $144,000 1 639
5/2/12 17 E Entrada 92620 Park Paseo $648,000 3 1915
             
Oak Creek            
4/30/12 61 Edgewood 92618 Kelsey Lane $599,000 3 1910
4/30/12 31 Kelsey 92618 Kelsey Lane $690,000 4 2100
             
Portola Springs          
4/26/12 34 Land Grant 92618 Other $553,810 3 1827
4/27/12 21 Habitat 92618 Los Arboles $725,000 3 2003
4/30/12 26 Land Grant 92618 Other $613,645 4 2077
5/2/12 28 Land Grant 92618 Other $540,100 3 1660
             
Quail Hill            
4/30/12 109 Lattice 92603 0 $935,000 4 2500
4/30/12 41 Momento 92603 Vicara $1,649,000 4 3124
5/1/12 307 Tall Oak 92603 Ivy Wreath $560,000 3 1610
             
Turtle Ridge          
4/30/12 79 Greenhouse 92603 Chantory $453,000 2 1140
5/1/12 127 Jadestone Irvine 92603 Ashton Green $445,000 2 1181
5/2/12 29 Gingerwood 92603 Whispering Glen $495,000 2 1500
             
Turtle Rock          
5/1/12 32 Cool Brook 92603 Glen Garden Homes $640,000 3 2077
5/2/12 28 Sarena 92612 Pointe - Turtle Rock $888,000 3 2108
5/2/12 37 RAINBOW RIDGE 92603 Ridge Townhomes Akins $481,500 2 1450
             
University Park          
4/30/12 43 Seton Rd 92612 Village I $516,000 4 1896
4/30/12 14 Iron Bark Way 92612 Village I $397,150 2 1279
             
Walnut            
4/30/12 3912 Capri Ave 92606 Colony $575,000 4 1780
             
West Irvine          
4/30/12 73 Glen Arbor 92602 Wisteria $569,000 3 1625
             
Westpark            
4/27/12 504 Tropea Aisle 92606 Brio $325,000 2 1028
4/27/12 41 Altezza 92606 Trovata $615,000 4 1900
5/1/12 53 Finisterra 92614 Promenade $645,000 3 1887
5/1/12 23 Arbusto 92606 Vintage $948,000 5 2750
             
Woodbridge          
4/26/12 13 Spring Buck 92614 Cottage Homes $610,000 4 2451
4/27/12 3 Lakeview 92604 Arborlake $700,000 2 1617
4/30/12 87 Greenmoor 31 92614 Laurels $285,000 2 1055
4/30/12 29 Whistling Isle 92614 Summerfield $666,000 4 1852
5/1/12 3 Spinnaker 92614 Seaport $517,500 3 1600
5/2/12 16 Clearbrook 72 92614 Park Vista $275,000 2 970
             
Woodbury          
4/26/12 339 Bronze 92618 Santa Cruz $688,000 4 2283
4/27/12 41 Rising Sun 92620 Portisol $799,000 3 2113
5/1/12 341 Bronze 92618 Santa Cruz $750,000 3 2283
5/1/12 77 Hallmark 92620 la Casella $650,000 3 2100

Discuss below or at Talk Irvine.


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Mendocino and Saragota in Stonegate and the Irvine Development Map (Winter 2012)

May 4th, 2012 by zovall 

The members at Talk Irvine have found a few bits of interesting info while scouring the city records.  

The Motor Court Company came across two new developments proposed in Stonegate: Mendocino and Saratoga.

And ps9 found the Irvine Development Map for Winter 2012 (PDF) which shows proposed and recently approved developments.  

Follow the links to discuss on the TI threads or discuss below.  If you've found something interesting in the city records, let us know!


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Woodbury Open House Review: 75 Fanlight

May 3rd, 2012 by Karen 

Usually it’s easy to tell the difference between a model home and a house that someone is living in. But when I visited 75 Fanlight in Woodbury, my first thought was that it might be staged (upstairs, however, it became obvious that the home is currently occupied).   With upgrades throughout, this home is gorgeous and move-in ready.

The basics:
Asking Price: $1,329,800
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Square Footage: Approx 3,500
Lot Size: 5,092
$/Sq Ft: $380
Property Type: SFR
Year Built: 2006
Community: Woodbury, Mille Fleurs

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A Closer Look at Irvine’s Northpark Neighborhood

May 2nd, 2012 by Sylvia Walker 

In a previous post, I gave an overview of the housing statistics for each of Irvine’s neighborhoods. Today I’ll take a more in depth look at the Northpark numbers.

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