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Seller's Agent in 2023
Min Seo
Redfin
14 Kara E Irvine, CA 92620
Northwood NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,864,000 - $2,130,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,337
Sq Ft
$846/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Spa
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Open Floorplan
- Santiago Hills Elementary School Rated A
- Updated Kitchen
- Clubhouse
About This Home
As of March 2023Welcome to 14 Kara East, a stunning 2-story home in the highly sought after Park Paseo community of Northwood! This bright and airy 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home boasts ideal cul-de-sac location, new laminate floors, freshly painted interiors, new light fixtures and so much more. Enter into a formal entry with high ceilings, and step down into the formal living room which opens to the formal dining room. Remodeled kitchen features stainless steel appliances including double ovens, newer white cabinets with all new hardware/handles, tile backsplash, dry bar, and a breakfast counter that opens to the family room with a cozy fireplace. Updated sliding doors provide easy access to the spacious yard, perfect for entertaining. Convenient indoor laundry room and a powder bathroom complete the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find 4 well-sized bedrooms, including the luxurious primary bedroom suite with upgraded en suite bath. Secondary bedrooms share the remodeled hallway bath with a large walk-in shower and dual sinks. Attached 2-car garage with direct access and a full driveway for additional parking. Low HOA dues, NO Mello-Roos, and zoned for excellent Irvine Unified schools including Northwood High, Sierra Vista, and Santiago Hills Elementary, located within a walking distance. Enjoy the wonderful HOA amenities including a sparkling pool, spa, playgrounds, lush greenbelts/walking paths, a clubhouse, and more.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Min Seo
Redfin License #01915127 Listed on: 10/21/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1979 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 5,225 Sq Ft Lot
- Vinyl Fence
- Wood Fence
- Block Wall Fence
- Fence is in good condition
- Private Yard
- Back Yard
- Property is zoned R1
HOA Fees
- $125 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Turnkey
- Planned Development
- Slab Foundation
- Spanish Tile Roof
- Copper Plumbing
Interior Spaces
- 2,337 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Wired For Sound
- Wired For Data
- Built-In Features
- Bar
- Dry Bar
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Formal Entry
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Sunken Living Room
- Neighborhood Views
- Attic
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Double Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Water Line To Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Corian Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Eco-Friendly Details
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment for Heating
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Santiago Hills Elementary School
- Sierra Vista Middle School
- Northwood High School
Utilities
- SEER Rated 13-15 Air Conditioning Units
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Floor Furnace
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- High-Efficiency Water Heater
- Central Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 42
- Tax Tract Number 9045
- Assessor Parcel Number 53001108
Community Details
Overview
- Master Insurance
- Park Paseo Association, Phone Number (949) 561-0319
- Keystone Pacific HOA
- Park Paseo Subdivision
- Maintained Community
Amenities
- Outdoor Cooking Area
- Community Barbecue Grill
- Clubhouse
- Billiard Room
Recreation
- Community Playground
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 21, 2022
Closed on
Apr 20, 2023
Sold by
Siu Victor
Bought by
Siu Christine
Seller's Agent
Min Seo
Redfin
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Jackson
U.S. Realty Group Inc.
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,490,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$105,000
-6.58%
Views
49
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$487,867
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.77%
Original Mortgage
$894,000
Outstanding Balance
$862,367
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,115,500
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 21, 2022
Closed on
Feb 22, 2023
Sold by
Constantin Family Trust
Bought by
Clarence And Anna Siu Family Trust
Seller's Agent
Min Seo
Redfin
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Jackson
U.S. Realty Group Inc.
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,490,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$105,000
-6.58%
Views
49
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$894,000
Outstanding Balance
$862,367
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,115,500
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 29, 2016
Sold by
Constantin Mihai and Constantin Carol Lynne
Bought by
Constantin Mihai and Constantin Carol Lynne
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 28, 1997
Sold by
Costanza Eugene and Costanza Ann M
Bought by
Constantin Mihai and Constantin Carol L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$265,600
Interest Rate
7.23%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 9, 1996
Sold by
Alan Blair and Alan Edith M
Bought by
Costanza Eugene and Costanza Ann M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$279,000
Interest Rate
3.82%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siu Christine | -- | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Siu Clarence | -- | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Siu Christine | -- | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Clarence And Anna Siu Family Trust | $1,490,000 | Lawyers Title | |
| Constantin Mihai | -- | None Available | |
| Constantin Mihai | $332,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Costanza Eugene | $310,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Siu Clarence | $894,000 | |
| Closed | Siu Christine | $894,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Clarence And Anna Siu Family Trust | $894,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Constantin Mihai | $265,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Costanza Eugene | $279,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/23/2023 03/23/23 | Sold | $1,490,000 | -3.9% | $638 / Sq Ft |
| 02/17/2023 02/17/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/05/2022 12/05/22 | Price Changed | $1,549,900 | -2.8% | $663 / Sq Ft |
| 10/21/2022 10/21/22 | For Sale | $1,595,000 | 0.0% | $682 / Sq Ft |
| 10/18/2020 10/18/20 | Rented | $3,850 | 0.0% | -- |
| 09/12/2020 09/12/20 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/08/2020 09/08/20 | Price Changed | $3,850 | -2.5% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 08/15/2020 08/15/20 | Price Changed | $3,950 | -3.7% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 07/23/2020 07/23/20 | For Rent | $4,100 | -- | -- |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,866 | $1,550,196 | $1,315,233 | $234,963 |
| 2024 | $15,866 | $1,519,800 | $1,289,444 | $230,356 |
| 2023 | $5,383 | $509,531 | $280,681 | $228,850 |
| 2022 | $5,276 | $499,541 | $275,178 | $224,363 |
| 2021 | $5,153 | $489,747 | $269,783 | $219,964 |
| 2020 | $5,124 | $484,726 | $267,017 | $217,709 |
| 2019 | $5,009 | $475,222 | $261,781 | $213,441 |
| 2018 | $4,919 | $465,904 | $256,648 | $209,256 |
| 2017 | $4,816 | $456,769 | $251,616 | $205,153 |
| 2016 | $4,604 | $447,813 | $246,682 | $201,131 |
| 2015 | $4,481 | $441,087 | $242,977 | $198,110 |
| 2014 | $4,393 | $432,447 | $238,217 | $194,230 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Min Seo
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Stephanie Jackson
S
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Stephanie Jackson
U.S. Realty Group Inc.
(714) 722-1451
2 in this area
17 Total Sales
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Phyllis Chan
P
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Phyllis Chan
Phyillis T. Chan Realty
(714) 846-4485
1 in this area
1 Total Sale
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Duffy Riebe
Seller's Agent in 2020
Duffy Riebe
RE/MAX
(949) 466-3977
7 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC22225935
APN: 530-011-08
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