NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,130,000 - $1,311,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,481 Sq Ft
$836/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 28, 2024

Last sale price $1,220,000 $824 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,486/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Pool
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Gated Community
  • Canyon View Elementary School Rated A
  • Automatic Gate
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of February 2024

Welcome to 225 Darlington, a stunning residence nestled in the heart of Irvine's gated Northwood Villas neighborhood. This home offers a perfect blend of modern elegance and timeless design, providing an unparalleled living experience.

Step into the 3-bed, 2.5-bath two-story townhouse where you are greeted by meticulous landscaping, a light-filled foyer, and a spacious open-concept layout seamlessly connecting the living spaces.

On the ground floor, discover a fully-equipped kitchen, spacious living/family room, laundry room, 2-car garage, and a half bathroom. The functional kitchen features granite countertops, white cabinetry throughout, as well as your basic appliances such as 4-burner stovetop, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, and oven. Whether you're entertaining guests or preparing a family dinner, this kitchen is sure meet your cooking needs. On the second floor, you will find the master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and two additional bedrooms sharing a bathroom with laminate wood flooring throughout.

The Northwood Villas neighborhood features some amazing attributes, such as a community swimming pool and BBQ pits. But that is not all, this neighborhood sits in one of Irvine’s best school districts and is only a few minutes away from the National Blue Ribbon school, Northwood high school, featuring a full score of 10/10 on student test scores. In addition, it is walking distance from the prestigious Canyon View Elementary School.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Yong Chen

Universal Elite Inc. License #01428428 Listed on: 02/05/2024

Universal Elite Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Carol Cai

American Goodway Group License #02049930

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,085

Year Built

  • Built in 1999

Lot Details

  • 2,003 Sq Ft Lot
  • Two or More Common Walls
  • Fenced
  • Fence is in good condition
  • Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Automatic Gate

Home Design

  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,481 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Shutters
  • Blinds
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Entryway
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Convection Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Quartz Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Pool

  • Heated Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Schools

  • Canyon View Elementary School
  • Sierra Vista Middle School
  • Northwood High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Accessible Parking
  • Exterior Lighting

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 5
  • Tax Tract Number 15465
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93553422
  • $214 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • 100 Units
  • Northwood Villas Maintenance Association, Phone Number (949) 966-2788
  • Keystone Pacific Association, Phone Number (949) 833-2600
  • The Management Trust HOA
  • Northwood Villas Subdivision

Amenities

  • Outdoor Cooking Area
  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Picnic Area

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa
  • Park
  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Security

  • Card or Code Access
  • Gated Community
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,085

Year Built

Built in 1999

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$375 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Triplex
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Inclusions: TV, refrigerator, washer and dryer.
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Security: Automatic Gate, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Card/Code Access, Fire and Smoke Detection System, Fire Sprinkler System, Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Northwood Villas (NV)
  • View: No
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 93553422
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1481.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Granite Counters, Storage
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: front door
  • Common Walls: 2+ Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Accessibility Features: Parking
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 823.77
  • Room Type: Entry, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite
  • Window Features: Blinds, Screens, Shutters
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Exhaust Fan(s), Granite Counters, Quartz Counters, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters

Exterior Features

  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Good Condition
  • Pool Features: Association, Community, Fenced, Heated
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Tile
  • Construction Materials: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Number Remotes: 2
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Garage Door Opener, Gated
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Washer Hookup, Washer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Association: Northwood Pointe Maintenance
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Barbecue, Outdoor Cooking Area, Picnic Area, Playground
  • Association Fee: 325.00
  • Association #2 Fee: 50.00
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Northwood Villas Maintenance
  • Phone: 9499662788
  • Association Phone #2: 9498332600
  • Senior Community: No
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Hiking, Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Management: The Management Trust
  • Association Management 2: Keystone Pacific

Schools

  • School District: Irvine Unified
  • Elementary School: Canyon View
  • Middle School: Sierra Vista
  • High School: Northwood
  • Elementary School: Canyon View
  • High School: Northwood
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sierra Vista
  • Elementary School #2: CANVIE
  • High School2: NORTHW

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2003.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0460

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 2003.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units In Community: 100
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 524.36
  • Tax Lot: 5
  • Tax Tract Number: 15465
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 214.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 5, 2024
Closed on
Feb 20, 2024
Sold by
Liu Guchuan and Liu Chengyun
Bought by
Zhang Guoming and Shang Yan
Seller's Agent
Yong Chen
Universal Elite Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Carol Cai
American Goodway Group
List Price
$999,000
Sold Price
$1,220,000
Premium/Discount to List
$221,000
22.12%
Views
87
Current Estimated Value
$1,251,789

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$31,789
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.22%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 1998
Sold by
Greystone Homes Inc
Bought by
Liu Guchuan and Yue Chengyun

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$145,200
Interest Rate
7.11%
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
Zhang Guoming $1,220,000 Stewart Title
Liu Guchuan $181,500 First American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Liu Guchuan $95,000
Previous Owner Liu Guchuan $145,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/28/2024 02/28/24 Sold $1,220,000 +22.1% $824 / Sq Ft
02/12/2024 02/12/24 Pending -- -- --
02/05/2024 02/05/24 For Sale $999,000 0.0% $675 / Sq Ft
06/07/2013 06/07/13 Rented $2,300 0.0% --
05/27/2013 05/27/13 Under Contract -- -- --
05/15/2013 05/15/13 For Rent $2,300 -- --
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 $3,085 $1,244,400 $1,035,936 $208,464
2024 $3,085 $284,117 $103,506 $180,611
2023 $3,004 $278,547 $101,477 $177,070
2022 $2,940 $273,086 $99,487 $173,599
2021 $2,941 $267,732 $97,536 $170,196
2020 $3,179 $264,987 $96,536 $168,451
2019 $4,007 $259,792 $94,643 $165,149
2018 $3,954 $254,699 $92,788 $161,911
2017 $3,908 $249,705 $90,968 $158,737
2016 $3,794 $244,809 $89,184 $155,625
2015 $3,759 $241,132 $87,844 $153,288
2014 $3,631 $236,409 $86,123 $150,286
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: TR24024095

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 935-534-22