Debra Douglass
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(949) 749-6997
64 Total Sales
1 in Portola Springs
$1,030,000 Price
178 Firefly Irvine, CA 92618
Portola Springs NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,385,188
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,632
Sq Ft
1,999
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Community Pool
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Central Air
- Hiking Trails
- Park
- Family 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
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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 in unit
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
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Recreation
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Park
- Hiking Trails
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 1, 2025
Closed on
Aug 21, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
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
-$14,812
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.10%
Original Mortgage
$1,120,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,110,052
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$275,136
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 9, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 13, 2022
Closed on
Dec 15, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Dylan Lin
Latitude 33 Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Dylan Lin
Latitude 33 Real Estate
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
3.84%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 16, 2018
Closed on
Aug 10, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
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
Bought by
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
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Portola Springs, CA
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Debra Douglass
-
Shelby Wu
Shelby Wu
Coldwell Banker Realty
(858) 285-4406
46 Total Sales
3 in Portola Springs
$1.4M - $1.5M Price Range
-
Hamid Koochak
Hamid Koochak
(949) 627-9029
19 Total Sales
1 in Portola Springs
$1,851,000 Price
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Archana Darekar
Archana Darekar
Coldwell Banker Platinum Prop
(949) 541-2434
40 Total Sales
1 in Portola Springs
$2,100,000 Price
-
Michael Mei
Michael Mei
Keller Williams Realty Irvine
(949) 763-5711
172 Total Sales
15 in Portola Springs
$1.1M - $2.7M Price Range
-
Mehdi Yazdi
Mehdi Yazdi
RE/MAX Connections
(949) 822-8384
36 Total Sales
2 in Portola Springs
$1,245,000 Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,400,000 | Fidelity National Title | ||
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| $1,165,000 | First American Title | ||
| $798,000 | Lawyers Title Co | ||
| $637,500 | Fidelity National Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,120,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $445,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| 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
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $16,171 | $1,400,000 | $1,036,798 | $363,202 |
| 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
Seller's Agent in 2025
Xianghui Zhou
Real Brokerage Technologies
(626) 782-2098
5 in this area
75 Total Sales
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Raymond luo
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Raymond luo
Real Broker
(949) 601-4709
3 in this area
21 Total Sales
-
Dylan Lin
Seller's Agent in 2022
Dylan Lin
Latitude 33 Real Estate
(949) 316-8823
34 Total Sales
-
Fei Li
Seller's Agent in 2022
Fei Li
Latitude 33 Real Estate
(949) 353-9999
10 in this area
339 Total Sales
-
Chris Kwon
Seller's Agent in 2018
Chris Kwon
Real Broker
(949) 427-1101
34 in this area
181 Total Sales
-
Cathy Yang
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Cathy Yang
TopSky Realty Inc
(949) 484-9999
3 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: WS25147162
APN: 934-758-22
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