1 Falling Leaf, Irvine, California 92612, Irvine, 92612 - 3 bed, 2 bath

1 Falling Leaf, Irvine, California 92612 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$1,500,000$2,289/sqft
1 Falling Leaf, Irvine, California 92612
3Beds
2Baths
2,289Sqft
543,575Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

Estimation data not available

Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Prime Location & Schools: Located in Irvine's highly desirable Turtle Rock community, offering convenient access to UCI, top-rated Irvine Unified schools (Turtle Rock Elementary, University High), major freeways (405, 73, 133), and nearby shopping/dining at University Center and Irvine Spectrum.
Top Cons:
Opportunity for Updates: Built in 1978, the property presents an excellent opportunity for a buyer to update and improve to their own taste, indicating potential renovation costs to modernize the interior finishes and systems.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$1.50M vs avg $980.0K (+$520,000)80%
Size:2,289 sqft vs avg 1,447 sqft89%
Price/sqft:$655 vs avg $74619%

More Insights

Built in 1978 (48 years old).
Condition: Built in 1978, this property is aged and requires significant cosmetic updates throughout. The kitchen features highly dated tiled countertops, older white appliances, and dated lighting/wallpaper. Bathrooms also show original or very old finishes with dated vanities, gold-tone fixtures, grid ceiling lights, and even carpet in the primary bathroom. While the home appears structurally sound and functional, the interior finishes, including worn carpets and outdated styles in key areas, necessitate extensive renovation to meet modern standards. It's livable but far from move-in ready without substantial aesthetic improvements.
Year Built
1978
Close
-
List price
$1.5M
Original List price
$1.5M
Price/Sqft
$655
HOA
$585
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
OC26008159
Home ConditionFair
Features
Good View: City Lights, Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
Deck
Patio
ViewCity Lights,Mountain(s),Neighborhood,Trees/Woods

About this home

Located in Irvine’s established Turtle Rock community, close to the rock formation believed to have inspired the name “Turtle Rock,” this end-unit Madison floor plan offers privacy, functionality, and a highly desirable location. The property offers an excellent opportunity for a buyer to update and improve to their own taste in one of Irvine’s most established and sought-after communities. The home is close to University of California, Irvine and is served by Irvine Unified School District schools including Turtle Rock Preschool, Turtle Rock Elementary, Bonita Canyon Elementary, and University High School. Convenient access to Culver Drive, University Drive, and the 405, 73, and 133 freeways provides easy access to shopping and dining at University Center, with Irvine Spectrum and John Wayne Airport just minutes away. A double-door front entry welcomes you into a light, sunny interior featuring a combination of carpet and hardwood flooring. Main living areas are located on one level and showcase vaulted ceilings, large windows, and sliding glass doors that bring in abundant natural light along with tree, city-light, and distant mountain views. The dining room looks onto the living room, which features a fireplace, while a separate family room off the kitchen creates defined yet connected living spaces. The home offers three bedrooms, along with a versatile ground-level room that can function as a bedroom, family room, exercise room, or flex space. The primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet with mirrored doors and an en-suite bathroom with dual vanities and a soaking tub. A spacious covered patio off the primary bedroom provides a private outdoor retreat. Additional features include mirrored closet doors, convenient inside laundry located in a closet, an attached two-car garage, and guest parking. Three private balconies and patios provide multiple outdoor living areas with views of mature trees, birds, and city lights. Residents enjoy HOA amenities that include a community pool, spa, tennis courts, and scenic walking trails that wind through a 50-acre urban forest, connecting directly to Mason Regional Park.The home is also close to Turtle Rock Community Park and the Turtle Rock Nature Center, which feature a community center, playgrounds, picnic areas, a creek, walking paths, and peaceful natural surroundings. 3D tour and video tour available. No Mello-Roos.

D
Debbie Sagorin
Listing Agent
Condition Rating
Fair

Built in 1978, this property is aged and requires significant cosmetic updates throughout. The kitchen features highly dated tiled countertops, older white appliances, and dated lighting/wallpaper. Bathrooms also show original or very old finishes with dated vanities, gold-tone fixtures, grid ceiling lights, and even carpet in the primary bathroom. While the home appears structurally sound and functional, the interior finishes, including worn carpets and outdated styles in key areas, necessitate extensive renovation to meet modern standards. It's livable but far from move-in ready without substantial aesthetic improvements.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Prime Location & Schools: Located in Irvine's highly desirable Turtle Rock community, offering convenient access to UCI, top-rated Irvine Unified schools (Turtle Rock Elementary, University High), major freeways (405, 73, 133), and nearby shopping/dining at University Center and Irvine Spectrum.
Abundant Natural Light & Views: The end-unit features large windows and sliding glass doors, providing abundant natural light throughout. Enjoy tree, city-light, and distant mountain views from multiple vantage points, including three private balconies and patios.
Exceptional Community Amenities: Residents benefit from extensive HOA amenities including a community pool, spa, tennis courts, and scenic walking trails through a 50-acre urban forest connecting to Mason Regional Park. Proximity to Turtle Rock Community Park and Nature Center adds to the lifestyle appeal.
Versatile Floor Plan: The Madison floor plan offers privacy and functionality with main living areas on one level, vaulted ceilings, a separate family room, and a versatile ground-level room adaptable as a bedroom, family room, exercise space, or flex room.
No Mello-Roos: A significant financial advantage, the property is free of Mello-Roos taxes, reducing the overall cost of homeownership in this desirable area.

Cons

Opportunity for Updates: Built in 1978, the property presents an excellent opportunity for a buyer to update and improve to their own taste, indicating potential renovation costs to modernize the interior finishes and systems.
High Monthly HOA Dues: The monthly association fee of $585.00 is a substantial recurring expense that buyers must factor into their budget, potentially impacting affordability.
Condominium Living Limitations: As a condominium, despite being an end-unit, it may involve shared walls and common area regulations, which might not appeal to buyers seeking the complete privacy and expansive private yard space of a detached single-family home.
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