NOT LISTED FOR SALE

17766 Independence Ln Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Estimated Value: $644,000 - $687,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,328 Sq Ft
$233/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold February 28, 2019

Last sale price $467,500 $352 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,314/month

109 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • City Lights View
  • Clubhouse
  • Senior Community
  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near a clubhouse

About This Home

As of February 2019

Charming 2 bedroom, 2 bath single-story condo no stair and no step located in one of the most desirable 55+ communities in Fountain Valley Orange County. Built in 2004, this home excludes warm and casual elegance with a welcoming entry hall leading to a spacious open living area with a cozy fireplace and spectacular pool view. The kitchen features Corian counter tops lots of storage and a breakfast bar with seating. Sliding glass doors open to a lovely patio with a lush green lawn and professional landscaping. The Master suite features walk-in closet and large bathroom with a dual vanity and newer walk-in tub with shower and massage jets. Enjoy extra storage in the linen closet in the second bedroom. The hall bathroom features a shower/bathtub combination and the large Laundry room. Additional with built-in cabinets for even more storage and direct access to a one-car garage and tandem parking for a second car.
Additional amenities include no interior or exterior step, high ceilings and recessed lighting. The friendly community offers a pool/spa, clubhouse, BBQ area and outdoor fireplace perfect for entertaining friends and family. Close proximity to Mile Square Park and Golf Court. Plus, just a short drive to the Beach and easy freeway access.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Helen Nguyen

Realty One Group West License #01426363 Listed on: 10/03/2018

Realty One Group West

Last Buyer's Agent

Helen Nguyen

Realty One Group West License #01426363 Listed on: 10/03/2018

Realty One Group West

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,822

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • Property fronts a private road
  • No Units Located Below
  • 1 Common Wall
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Southwest Facing Home
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Fence is in good condition
  • Water-Smart Landscaping
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinklers Throughout Yard
  • Lawn
  • Garden
  • Value in Land

HOA Fees

  • $233 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Tandem Garage
  • Single Garage Door
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway Level
  • Guest Parking

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Woods
  • Park or Greenbelt
  • Pool
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Modern Architecture
  • Spanish Architecture
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Permanent Foundation
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Interior Block Wall
  • Frame Construction
  • Spanish Tile Roof
  • Tile Roof
  • Steel Siding
  • Steel Beams
  • Pre-Cast Concrete Construction
  • Partial Copper Plumbing
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,328 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Blinds
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors
  • Panel Doors
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Corian Countertops
  • Pots and Pans Drawers
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Mirrored Closets Doors
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Low Flow Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Home Security

  • Security Lights
  • Alarm System
  • Termite Clearance

Accessible Home Design

  • Grab Bar In Bathroom
  • Halls are 36 inches wide or more
  • Lowered Light Switches
  • No Interior Steps
  • Low Pile Carpeting
  • Accessible Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Energy-Efficient Construction
  • Energy-Efficient Lighting

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa
  • Gas Heated Pool
  • Permits For Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Rain Gutters
  • Front Porch

Location

  • Property is near a clubhouse
  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near public transit

Schools

  • Fulton Middle School
  • Fountain Valley High School

Utilities

  • Ducts Professionally Air-Sealed
  • High Efficiency Air Conditioning
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • High Efficiency Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Connected
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 3
  • Tax Tract Number 16223
  • Assessor Parcel Number 16719117

Community Details

Overview

  • Senior Community
  • Master Insurance
  • 54 Units
  • Investor's Property Services Association, Phone Number (949) 900-9160
  • Built by Lenna
  • Maintained Community
  • Greenbelt

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Clubhouse
  • Card Room
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Service Entrance

Recreation

  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,822

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$233 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Assessments: No
  • Inclusions: Newer Refrigerator and also Newer space saver Washer and Dryer
  • Other Phone Description: Helen Nguyen
  • Other Phone Number: 714-721.0911
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Maintained, Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Sprinkler System, Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s), Wired for Alarm System
  • Subdivision Name Other: Fountain View (FVIE)
  • View: Yes
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Mediterranean, Modern, Spanish
  • Property Condition: Termite Clearance
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 16719117
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1328.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Block Walls, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Copper Plumbing Partial, Corian Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Tandem
  • Stories: 1
  • Entry Location: First Floor
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall, No One Below
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Accessibility Features: 36 Inch Or More Wide Halls, Grab Bars In Bathroom(s), Low Pile Carpeting, Lowered Light Switches, No Interior Steps, Parking, See Remarks
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors, Mirror Closet Door(s), Panel Doors, Service Entrance, Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Family Kitchen, In Family Room, In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Electric, Gas, Gas Starter, Decorative
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 352.03
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Entry, Formal Entry, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Sun, Walk-In Closet
  • Spa Features: Association, Community, In Ground, Permits
  • Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Screens, Skylight(s)
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet(s), Shower In Tub, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Exhaust Fan(s), Jetted Tub, Linen Closet/Storage, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Corian Counters, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Permanent
  • Exterior Features: Barbecue Private, Lighting, Rain Gutters
  • View: City Lights, Neighborhood, Park/Greenbelt, Pool, Trees/Woods
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block, Good Condition, Wrought Iron
  • Builder Name: Lenna
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Features: Association, Community, Heated, Electric Heat, Gas Heat, In Ground
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Spanish Tile, Tile
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Block, Concrete, Drywall Walls, Ducts Professionally Air-Sealed, Frame, Glass, Steel, Steel Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Built-In Storage, Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Concrete, Driveway Level, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Single Door, Garage Door Opener, Guest, Private, Tandem Garage, Tandem Uncovered
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Phone Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry, Electricity - On Property
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air, Electric, Natural Gas, High Efficiency, Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: Common Area, Dryer Included, Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Stackable, Washer Hookup, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air, High Efficiency
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Barbecue, Clubhouse, Card Room, Clubhouse Paid, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Dues Paid Monthly, Pets Permitted
  • Association Fee: 233.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Investor's Property Services
  • Phone: 949-900.9160
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Community Features: Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights

Schools

  • School District: Huntington Beach Union High
  • Middle School: Fulton
  • High School: Fountain Valley
  • High School: Fountain Valley
  • Middle Or Junior School: Fulton
  • High School2: FOUVAL

Green Features

  • Green Water Conservation: Water-Smart Landscaping
  • Efficiency: Construction, Lighting, Windows

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Close to Clubhouse, Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Garden, Greenbelt, Landscaped, Lawn, Level with Street, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers Timer, Value In Land, Walkstreet
  • Lot Size: 1328
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1328.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0305

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 1328.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 54
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 3
  • Tax Tract Number: 16223

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 25, 2024
Sold by
Nguyen Andrew Newman and Nguyen Kim-Nga T
Bought by
Nguyen Family Trust and Nguyen
Current Estimated Value
$656,711

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 3, 2018
Closed on
Feb 11, 2019
Sold by
Cherry Joseph V and Cherry Theresa M
Bought by
Nguyen Andrew Newman and Nguyen Kim Nga T
Seller's Agent
Helen Nguyen
Realty One Group West
Buyer's Agent
Helen Nguyen
Realty One Group West
List Price
$486,900
Sold Price
$467,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,400
-3.98%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 8, 2014
Sold by
Cherry Joseph and Cherry Theresa
Bought by
The Joseph & Theresa Cherry Family Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 2, 2012
Closed on
Sep 10, 2012
Sold by
Yee Teresa P Y
Bought by
Cherry Joseph and Cherry Theresa
Seller's Agent
Helen Nguyen
Realty One Group West
Buyer's Agent
Helen Nguyen
Realty One Group West
List Price
$364,800
Sold Price
$353,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,800
-3.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.34%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 13, 2004
Sold by
Greystone Homes Inc
Bought by
Yee Teresa P Y and The Teresa P Y Yee Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Nguyen Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Nguyen Andrew Newman $467,500 Chicago Title
The Joseph & Theresa Cherry Family Trust -- None Available
Cherry Joseph $353,000 First American Title Company
Yee Teresa P Y $360,000 North American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Yee Teresa P Y $105,000
Previous Owner Yee Teresa P Y $120,000
Previous Owner Yee Teresa P Y $75,500
Closed Cherry Joseph $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/28/2019 02/28/19 Sold $467,500 -1.6% $352 / Sq Ft
12/21/2018 12/21/18 Price Changed $475,000 -2.4% $358 / Sq Ft
10/03/2018 10/03/18 For Sale $486,900 +37.9% $367 / Sq Ft
10/25/2012 10/25/12 Sold $353,000 -3.2% $259 / Sq Ft
09/02/2012 09/02/12 Pending -- -- --
08/02/2012 08/02/12 For Sale $364,800 -- $268 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $5,822 $521,503 $256,425 $265,078
2024 $5,822 $511,278 $251,397 $259,881
2023 $5,683 $501,253 $246,467 $254,786
2022 $5,598 $491,425 $241,634 $249,791
2021 $5,490 $481,790 $236,896 $244,894
2020 $5,457 $476,850 $234,467 $242,383
2019 $4,502 $389,675 $173,288 $216,387
2018 $4,416 $382,035 $169,890 $212,145
2017 $4,345 $374,545 $166,559 $207,986
2016 $4,160 $367,201 $163,293 $203,908
2015 $4,096 $361,686 $160,840 $200,846
2014 $4,015 $354,602 $157,690 $196,912
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC18239311

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 932-182-77