Seller's Agent in 2025
Xianghui Zhou
Real Brokerage Technologies
(626) 782-2098
5 in this area
75 Total Sales
178 Firefly Irvine, CA 92618
Portola Springs NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,387,000 - $1,437,353
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,632
Sq Ft
$318/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Community Pool
- Hiking Trails
- Park
- Loma Ridge Elementary School Rated A
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Laundry Room
About This Home
As of August 2025Welcome to 178 Firefly – A Beautifully Upgraded Detached Home in the Heart of Irvine!
Nestled in the highly desirable Portola Springs community, this move-in-ready 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom detached home offers 1,632 sqft of stylish and functional living space. Step into a bright, open interior featuring soaring two-story ceilings in the living and dining areas that fill the home with natural light and a sense of spaciousness.
Enjoy premium upgrades throughout, including flooring, modern kitchen countertops, designer backsplash, and custom tile work in every bathroom. The gourmet kitchen flows seamlessly into the main living area—perfect for entertaining or everyday comfort.
A sought-after main floor bedroom with its own full bathroom provides flexibility for guests or multigenerational living. Upstairs, a cozy loft space offers the perfect spot for a home office, study area, or reading nook. Each of the three spacious bedrooms features its own en-suite bathroom, ensuring privacy and convenience for all.
Located within the award-winning Irvine Unified School District, this home also provides access to resort-style community amenities, parks, and walking trails. Plus, you're just minutes from Woodbury Town Center, Irvine Spectrum, and major freeways.
Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own a thoughtfully designed home in one of Irvine’s most vibrant neighborhoods!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Real Brokerage Technologies Brokerage Phone: 626-782-2098 License #01981445 Listed on: 07/01/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Real Brokerage Technologies Brokerage Phone: 626-782-2098 License #01981445 Listed on: 07/01/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Year Built
- Built in 2014
Lot Details
- 1,999
HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 1,632 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
Additional Features
- No Common Walls
- Central Air
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 5
- Tax Tract Number 17492
- Assessor Parcel Number 93475822
- $3,704 per year additional tax assessments
Community Details
Overview
- 100 Units
- Portola Springs Association
- Luna Association
- Keystone HOA
Recreation
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Park
- Hiking Trails
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 1, 2025
Closed on
Aug 21, 2025
Sold by
Zhu Rongzhi
Bought by
Li Lu
Seller's Agent
Xianghui Zhou
Real Brokerage Technologies
Buyer's Agent
Xianghui Zhou
Real Brokerage Technologies
List Price
$1,488,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$88,000
-5.91%
Views
27
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
$8,338
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.42%
Original Mortgage
$1,120,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,119,030
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$289,308
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 9, 2025
Sold by
Jrway Llc
Bought by
Zhu Rongzhi
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 13, 2022
Closed on
Dec 15, 2021
Sold by
Sun and Min
Bought by
Jrway Llc
Seller's Agent
Dylan Lin
Keller Williams Realty Irvine
Buyer's Agent
Dylan Lin
Keller Williams Realty Irvine
Sold Price
$4,500
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 16, 2018
Closed on
Aug 10, 2018
Sold by
Wang George Phillip and Chen Michelle Ying Hsuan
Bought by
Sun Chao and Peng Min
Seller's Agent
Chris Kwon
Real Broker
Buyer's Agent
Cathy Yang
TopSky Realty Inc
List Price
$798,000
Sold Price
$798,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.81%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 28, 2014
Sold by
Cdb Investments Lp
Bought by
Wang George Philip and Chen Michelle Ying Hsuan
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$445,000
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Li Lu | $1,400,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Zhu Rongzhi | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Jrway Llc | $1,165,000 | First American Title | |
| Sun Chao | $798,000 | Lawyers Title Co | |
| Wang George Philip | $637,500 | Fidelity National Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Li Lu | $1,120,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wang George Philip | $445,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/22/2025 08/22/25 | Sold | $1,400,000 | -5.9% | $858 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/30/2025 07/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/01/2025 07/01/25 | For Sale | $1,488,000 | 0.0% | $912 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/20/2022 01/20/22 | Rented | $4,500 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 01/13/2022 01/13/22 | For Rent | $4,500 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 01/10/2022 01/10/22 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | -5.6% | $674 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/03/2022 01/03/22 | Sold | $1,165,000 | +46.0% | $714 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/12/2021 12/12/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/14/2018 08/14/18 | Sold | $798,000 | 0.0% | $489 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/03/2018 08/03/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/16/2018 07/16/18 | For Sale | $798,000 | -- | $489 / Sq Ft |
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 | $15,909 | $1,236,307 | $912,653 | $323,654 |
| 2024 | $15,909 | $1,212,066 | $894,758 | $317,308 |
| 2023 | $15,622 | $1,188,300 | $877,213 | $311,087 |
| 2022 | $12,009 | $838,839 | $553,469 | $285,370 |
| 2021 | $11,835 | $822,392 | $542,617 | $279,775 |
| 2020 | $11,755 | $813,960 | $537,053 | $276,907 |
| 2019 | $11,590 | $798,000 | $526,522 | $271,478 |
| 2018 | $10,724 | $673,052 | $405,525 | $267,527 |
| 2017 | $10,548 | $659,855 | $397,573 | $262,282 |
| 2016 | $10,418 | $646,917 | $389,777 | $257,140 |
| 2015 | $10,323 | $637,200 | $383,922 | $253,278 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Xianghui Zhou
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Raymond luo
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Raymond luo
Real Broker
(949) 601-4709
3 in this area
17 Total Sales
-
Dylan Lin
Seller's Agent in 2022
Dylan Lin
Keller Williams Realty Irvine
(714) 990-9990
32 Total Sales
-
Fei Li
Seller's Agent in 2022
Fei Li
Latitude 33 Real Estate
(949) 353-9999
10 in this area
310 Total Sales
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Chris Kwon
Seller's Agent in 2018
Chris Kwon
Real Broker
(949) 427-1101
39 in this area
194 Total Sales
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Cathy Yang
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Cathy Yang
TopSky Realty Inc
(949) 484-9999
4 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: WS25147162
APN: 934-758-22
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