NOT LISTED FOR SALE

70 Elksford Ave Unit 1 Irvine, CA 92604

Walnut Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $786,031 - $833,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,048 Sq Ft
$335/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold April 05, 2017

Last sale price $460,000 $439 Per Sq Ft

Est. 78% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,086/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • No Units Above
  • Open Floorplan
  • Greentree Elementary School Rated A
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Property is near a park

About This Home

As of April 2017

Highly remodeled two-story end unit townhome. Crown molding, recessed lighting, upgraded outlets and light switches, travertine flooring and fresh neutral paint compliment the bright and open floorplan. Enter the inviting living room w/ travertine entry, wainscoting panels, chair rail and added storage beneath stairs that flows to the upgraded kitchen. The kitchen is remodeled and well-appointed w/ raised panel solid maple cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, breakfast counter and custom center island with full extension drawers. The dining room features solid maple china cabinet w/ granite counter and glass windows. Exit the dining area to the private back patio with stone pavers, synthetic turf grass, custom seat wall w/ travertine top and living green wall. A remodeled full bathroom w/ tiled walk-in shower, upgraded lighting, cabinetry and granite countertop completes the downstairs. Upstairs features rich hardwood floors throughout. Spacious master suite welcomes you w/ hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, solid maple built in dresser and desk area, walk-in closet w/ built in shelving and shoe rack, laundry area and remodeled en-suite full bathroom. Secondary bedroom features vaulted ceilings, built in closet shelving and ceiling fan. Community amenities include a pool, spa, basketball court, tot lot and picnic area. Close proximity to shopping centers, restaurants, library, Irvine Valley College and award-winning schools. Water & Trash included.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Troy Hooper

Blue Pacific Property License #01417893 Listed on: 03/09/2017

Last Buyer's Agent

Debbie Sagorin

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01411020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,603

Year Built

  • Built in 1972 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • No Units Above
  • End Unit
  • No Units Located Below
  • 1 Common Wall
  • Northeast Facing Home
  • Wood Fence
  • Private Yard
  • Back Yard

HOA Fees

  • $335 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Frame Construction
  • Pre-Cast Concrete Construction
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,048 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Blinds
  • Window Screens
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • L-Shaped Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Exhaust Fan In Bathroom

Home Security

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • In Ground Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Concrete Porch or Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Location

  • Property is near a park
  • Suburban Location

Schools

  • Greentree Elementary School
  • Venado Middle School
  • Irvine High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 6
  • Tax Tract Number 7087
  • Assessor Parcel Number 93249021

Community Details

Overview

  • Walnut Sq HOA Amber Prop Mgmt Association, Phone Number (949) 582-8477
  • Greenbelt

Amenities

  • Outdoor Cooking Area
  • Picnic Area

Recreation

  • Sport Court
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,603

Year Built

Built in 1972 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$335 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Walnut Square (WS)
  • View: No
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 93249021
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1048.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall, End Unit, No One Above, No One Below
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Ell, Family Kitchen, In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 438.93
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up, Entry, Formal Entry, Kitchen, Laundry, Master Bathroom, Walk-In Closet
  • Spa Features: Association, In Ground
  • Window Features: Blinds, Screens
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower In Tub, Exhaust Fan(s), Granite Counters, Remodeled, Upgraded
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Direction Faces: Northeast
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete
  • Pool Features: Association, In Ground
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: Yes
  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Drywall Walls, Frame, Glass, Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Outdoor Cooking Area, Picnic Area, Playground, Sport Court
  • Association Fee: 335.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Walnut Sq HOA - Amber Prop Mgmt
  • Phone: 949-582-8477
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban

Schools

  • School District: Irvine Unified
  • Elementary School: Greentree
  • Middle School: Venado
  • High School: Irvine
  • Elementary School: Greentree
  • High School: Irvine
  • Middle Or Junior School: Venado
  • Elementary School #2: GREENT
  • High School2: IRVINE

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Greenbelt, Level with Street, Park Nearby, Yard

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 1
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 525.05
  • Tax Lot: 6
  • Tax Tract Number: 7087

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 14, 2020
Sold by
Chen Mingjian
Bought by
Chen Mingjian and The Mingjian Chen Living Trust
Current Estimated Value
$816,758

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 9, 2017
Closed on
Mar 21, 2017
Sold by
Liu Ping Hung and Lee Hye Young
Bought by
Chen Mingjian
Seller's Agent
Troy Hooper
Blue Pacific Property
Buyer's Agent
Debbie Sagorin
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$449,900
Sold Price
$460,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,100
2.24%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.93%
Original Mortgage
$299,350
Outstanding Balance
$152,746
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$664,012

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 29, 2013
Closed on
Mar 8, 2013
Sold by
Harrelson Brian J and Harrelson Jana M
Bought by
Liu Ping Hung and Lee Hye Young
Seller's Agent
Mina Chae
Realty One Group West
Buyer's Agent
Mina Chae
Realty One Group West
List Price
$449,900
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,900
-11.09%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.54%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
3.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 2010
Sold by
Harrelson Brian J and Harrelson Jana M
Bought by
Harrelson Brian J and Harrelson Jana M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$273,750
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 22, 2007
Sold by
Barcenal Linda H
Bought by
Harrelson Brian J and Harrelson Jana M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$83,000
Interest Rate
6.23%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 8, 2006
Sold by
Barcenal Benigno O and Barcenal Cyril G
Bought by
Barcenal Linda H

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2002
Sold by
Chapman James Mitchell and Chapman Sarnsri
Bought by
Barcenal Benigno O and Barcenal Cyril G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$184,000
Interest Rate
6.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 1999
Sold by
James Chapman and James Sarnsri
Bought by
Chapman James Mitchell and Chapman Sarnsri

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 2, 1996
Sold by
Knight Frances E and Knight Frances A
Bought by
Chapman James M and Chapman Sarnsri

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 1994
Sold by
Jaffee Nancy A
Bought by
Chapman James M and Chapman Sarnsri

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$121,500
Interest Rate
7.79%
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
Chen Mingjian -- None Available
Chen Mingjian $460,000 First American Title
Liu Ping Hung $400,000 Ticor Title Company
Harrelson Brian J -- Ticor Title Company
Harrelson Brian J $137,000 Westminster Title Company In
Harrelson Brian J $415,000 New Century Title Company
Barcenal Linda H -- None Available
Barcenal Benigno O $230,000 Southland Title Corporation
Chapman James Mitchell -- --
Chapman James M -- --
Chapman James M $135,000 Orange Coast Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Chen Mingjian $299,350
Previous Owner Liu Ping Hung $200,000
Previous Owner Harrelson Brian J $273,750
Previous Owner Harrelson Brian J $83,000
Previous Owner Harrelson Brian J $332,000
Previous Owner Barcenal Benigno O $184,000
Previous Owner Chapman James M $121,500
Closed Barcenal Benigno O $34,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/05/2017 04/05/17 Sold $460,000 +2.2% $439 / Sq Ft
03/09/2017 03/09/17 For Sale $449,900 +12.5% $429 / Sq Ft
03/29/2013 03/29/13 Sold $400,000 -3.6% $381 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/26/2013 02/26/13 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2013 02/06/13 Price Changed $414,999 -7.8% $395 / Sq Ft
01/29/2013 01/29/13 For Sale $449,900 -- $428 / 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 $5,603 $533,866 $470,260 $63,606
2024 $5,603 $523,399 $461,040 $62,359
2023 $5,458 $513,137 $452,000 $61,137
2022 $5,352 $503,076 $443,137 $59,939
2021 $5,229 $493,212 $434,448 $58,764
2020 $5,200 $488,155 $429,993 $58,162
2019 $5,085 $478,584 $421,562 $57,022
2018 $4,923 $469,200 $413,296 $55,904
2017 $4,453 $424,415 $366,966 $57,449
2016 $4,257 $416,094 $359,771 $56,323
2015 $4,139 $409,844 $354,367 $55,477
2014 $4,072 $401,816 $347,425 $54,391
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC17048091

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 932-490-21