142 Messenger, Irvine, CA 92618
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OFF MARKET

$1,287,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 28, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,645 sqft
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,645 sqft

142 Messenger, Irvine, CA 92618

Portola Springs

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Living Area
1,645 sqft
Price/Sqft
$783
Parking
Attached Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 142 Messenger.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

This 2020-built detached condo features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a den perfect for a home office. Comes with a small private yard for outdoor relaxation. Located in a clean and safe neighborhood, just 2 minutes' walk to the park and pool, and 5 minutes' walk to the elementary school. Includes Samsung washer, dryer, and refrigerator. Great layout and outstanding value in a prime location.

Minimum lease term: 12 months

Tenant pays all utilities (electricity, water, trash, gas, internet, etc.)

Owner covers HOA dues

Comes with:

2 garage remote controls

2 door keys

1 mailbox key

1 pool FOB

Renter's insurance required
142 Messenger, Irvine, CA 92618 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,645 sqft apartment in Portola Springs. More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2025 with an asking price of $4,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 10, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,287,900, with a rent estimate of $5,029/month.

Home Details for 142 Messenger

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Comparable Sales for 142 Messenger

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
109 Silverado, Irvine, CA
0.85
Apartment
$4,000
11/01/25
3
2
1,872 sqft
81 Keepsake #46, Irvine, CA
0.99
Apartment
$1,360,000
05/15/26
4
3
2,095 sqft
130 Keeper, Irvine, CA
1.32
Apartment
$1,080,000
07/31/26
3
2.5
1,812 sqft
713 Sonia, Irvine, CA
1.41
Apartment
$1,269,990
08/19/26
3
3.5
1,825 sqft
105 Culture #42, Irvine, CA
1.47
Apartment
$4,250
06/01/26
2
2.5
1,254 sqft
72 Mayfair, Irvine, CA
2.48
Apartment
$3,800
05/05/26
2
2
1,290 sqft
20897 Serrano Creek Rd #89, Lake Forest, CA
2.70
Apartment
$520,000
06/29/26
2
1
884 sqft
62 Jade Flower, Irvine, CA
3.07
Apartment
$995,000
12/01/25
2
2
1,200 sqft
106 Remington, Irvine, CA
3.74
Apartment
$3,600
06/01/26
3
2.5
1,224 sqft
123 Della, Irvine, CA
3.79
Apartment
$1,920,000
10/28/25
3
2.5
2,087 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Neighborhood Overview

Portola Springs
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What Locals Say about Portola Springs

At least 80 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say there's wildlife

  • 69 % Say parking is easy

  • 64 % Say it's quiet

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 53 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 35 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 27 % Say there are community events

  • 25 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 19 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Brian Malloy
    "Safe for kids. Also, the parks are really nice and people are courteous and kind. It’s overall very safe place to live."
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  • Trulia User
    "This area is very unique as it has lots of sports facilities, such as well maintained soccer fields, ice skating rinks, tennis courts, basketball courts, softball courts as well as the Wild River water park. There’s a weekly farmers market and many special events are held here. Eg. Irvine Global Festival, Mooncake festival, etc There’s also lots of open spaces for walking, cycling or skateboarding."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great community for families with clean parks and friendly neighbors. Expensive to live here but worth it if you can afford it"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a nice area to walk your dog and it’s a pretty safe area as well! It is very clean and there are parks as well!"
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  • Hammad S.
    "This is an excellent neighborhood to raise a family. I feel very safe and most people are courteous and polite. The community is well maintained with plenty of family friendly amenities."
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  • Abhishek J.
    "Kid’s friendly community with great amenities. Good schools and public parks. Highly recommended for families with young kids."
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  • Comfortmd
    "Well maintained neighborhood and a great start for families wanting to take advantage of Great Park area and the schools. Great amenities!!!"
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  • Saeid M. M.
    "this community has several facilities, such as the pool, BBQ, playground, very close to Great Park...very clean and safe "
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  • Mattjgagnon
    "There are designated spots and bags provided but the spots are messy and bags empty a lot of times. But there are a lot of dogs and they allow large too "
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  • Erinnosal@gmail.com
    "No community events that I’ve participated in. Nice and clean and quiet. If interested in social places, you’re far from it here "
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  • Emslyjane
    "We need a dog park for all the animal owners in the neighborhood. There is plenty of grass areas, walking trails and dog stations everywhere. "
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  • Sk99499
    "Great place to commute from - very conveniently located near 133 where 405N and S, as well as 5N and S are accessible. "
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  • Zahra T.
    "it has a Good school , safe and calm area, friendly neighborhood. Wish had super market and plaza. "
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  • 2ndrateink%40gmail.com
    "commute is great if you live in this city. otherwise you deal with the regular Orange county traffic. "
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  • Matt
    "Amazing neighborhood... perfect for raising kids.. lots of trees and friendly people.. and schools are best in OC.."
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  • 2ndrateink
    "It's kinda far from the freeway unless you like to pay tolls. Aside from that traffic is only bad during rush hour."
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  • Cameron
    "It is very clean and well kept. There are a lot of trees, trails, parks and greenery. So you feel int he mountains, out of the hustle and bustle of Orange County. All the while you are not."
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  • Fdowe
    "Local holiday events throughout the year. Halloween dances and Xmas parties. Woodbury shopping plaza has a farmers market on weekends."
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  • Trbm
    "Incredibly private and quiet location. Naturally hilly topography with multiple view points make this a premium community. "
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  • ScottEOD
    "Expensive snooty community with lots of construction still going n and all the noise and trucks that come with that. "
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  • Leslieheintz
    "It’s quiet and I like the variety of places to run/walk. The area is new too so there is some open land and space close by so you don’t feel so surrounded by homes. "
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  • Diennaj
    "Quiet, clean, peaceful, great school district, close to Woodbury shopping center and 7 mins from Irvine spectrum. "
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  • Leslieheintz
    "I can still see mountains and undeveloped space which is hard to find these days. I also like that everything is new. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 10, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,300
Nov 7, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$4,300
Price decreased by 4%
Oct 28, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,500

Frequently asked questions about 142 Messenger

  • What is 142 Messenger estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 142 Messenger in Irvine, CA is $1,287,900.
  • Is Irvine a buyer's or seller's market?
    Irvine is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Irvine?
    The median sale price in Irvine is $1.45M. That is up $30K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Portola Springs neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Portola Springs neighborhood in Irvine, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Portola Springs, Irvine.
  • Does 142 Messenger have air conditioning?
    Yes, 142 Messenger in Irvine, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 142 Messenger have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 142 Messenger in Irvine, CA has in-unit laundry.

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