253 Carlow, Irvine, CA 92618
SOLD
JAN 9, 2026
Listed by Michelle Wade, Alta Realty Group CA, Inc, (888) 504-5327 . Bought with Coldwell Banker Realty

253 Carlow
Irvine, CA 92618

Cypress Village
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,441 sqft

$1,100,000

Last Sold: Jan 9, 2026
5% over list $1.05M
$763/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,651/mo*
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$1,100,000

Last Sold: Jan 9, 2026
5% over list $1.05M
$763/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,651/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,441 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

RESORT LIVING 55+ COMMUNITY. Rare completely gated community in the GREAT PARK area. NO MELLO ROOS. First floor, single-level home. Equipped with Ring camera and smart home ready. Beautifully well-maintained 2 bed, 2 bath. Highly coveted gourmet kitchen with a spacious island with seating, storage and quartz counters. ADA compliant, with removable pullouts under all sinks for wheelchair access, if needed. Dual sinks in primary bath. Separate laundry room with storage. Tandem two-car garage with ample of storage space and/or space for a workout area or office. Tankless water heater. Ground level units have the advantage of ample patio space. Maybe you’d like a small raised garden or create a relaxing lounge area. ACTIVITIES AND CLUBS. Monthly calendar of events, such as the coffee club, book club and social events like celebrating holidays. The clubhouse is excellent for entertaining. Also has a catering kitchen. And then there's the salt-water pool, lap pool, bocce ball, dog park, pickle ball courts, barbeque area, ping-pong table, pool table, fitness center.
253 Carlow, Irvine, CA 92618 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,441 sqft condo in Cypress Village, built in 2018. It last sold for $1,100,000 on Jan 9, 2026 (5% above the $1,050,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,099,000, with a rent estimate of $4,085/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$494/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$763/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 253 Carlow

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Bathroom, Center Hall, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1441 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water ConnectedAppliances: 6 Burner Stove, Built-In Range, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Dryer, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry RoomMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Electric,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Electric,ENERGY STAR Qualified EquipmentHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneSpa: AssociationNo FireplaceHas a Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Electricity - On Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Blinds, Double Pane WindowsFlooring: LaminateCommon Walls: 2+ Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: 1Accessibility: Safe Emergency Egress from Home, No Stairs, Accessible Doors, Accessible Hallway(s)Floors: Laminate
View
No ViewView: None
Security
Security: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TilePatio / Porch: Front Porch, Open, Patio, PorchFencing: Masonry, Security, Wrought IronExterior: Rain GuttersFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, PermanentNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Door-Single,Garage,Garage Door Opener,No Driveway,On Site,Garage Faces Rear
Pool
Pool: Electric Heat, In Ground, Lap, Salt Water, Association
Frontage
Road Frontage: Private RoadResponsible for Road Maintenance: Private Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 159

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2018
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: CondominiumStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Mediterranean,Patio Home
Building
Construction Materials: Drywall, StuccoNot a New ConstructionAttached To Another StructureNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: TurnkeyIncluded in Sale: Washer/dryer, refrigerator, Ring camera, smart home system, glass dining table in garage, two TVs, glass shower doors for both bathroomsParcel Number: 93026708

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,050,000Price Per Sqft: $763/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Dec 12 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: IrvineCommunity: Travata
School Information
High School District: Irvine Unified

Building

Building Details
Builder Name: Lennar

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Dog Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Gated, ParkIs a Senior CommunityUnits in Building: 105

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Pest Control, SewerHOA Name: TravataHOA Phone: 949-367-9430Association for this Listing: California Regional MLSHas an HOAHOA Fee: $494/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: OC25250772Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 949-633-4400Common Interest: CondominiumUniversal Property Id: US-06059-N-93026708-R-N

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Bocce Court,Billiard Room,Call for Rules,Clubhouse,Controlled Access,Dog Park,Fitness Center,Fire Pit,Maintenance Grounds,Game Room,Insurance,Meeting Room,Management,Meeting/Banquet/Party Room,Barbecue,Picnic Area,Pickleball,Pool,Pet Restrictions,Pets Allowed,Recreation Room
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Michelle Wade DRE #02003241, (949) 633-4400
Alta Realty Group CA, Inc
Bought with: Brian Johnson DRE #00787688, (949) 939-8000, Coldwell Banker Realty
Co-Buyer's Agent: Jennifer Rollo DRE #02003241, Coldwell Banker Realty
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#OC25250772

Price History for 253 Carlow

DatePriceEventSource
01/09/2026$1,100,000Sold
CRMLS #OC25250772
12/13/2025$1,050,000PendingCRMLS #OC25250772
12/09/2025$1,050,000PriceChange
CRMLS #OC25250772
10/31/2025$1,090,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #OC25250772

Market trends in Irvine

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.42M
$14.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.4%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$804
$1MoM
Available listings
935
77MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$8,092
Assessment$759,655
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 253 Carlow

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Sold Date
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227 Carlow, Irvine, CA
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2
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147 Carlow, Irvine, CA
0.08
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10/31/25
2
2
1,954
223 Carlow, Irvine, CA
0.04
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$975,000
07/31/25
1
1.5
1,499
126 Palencia, Irvine, CA
0.16
Condo
$1,740,000
05/19/26
2
2.5
1,888
87 Evening Sun, Irvine, CA
0.54
Condo
$1,180,000
11/26/25
3
3.5
1,541
72 Peony, Irvine, CA
0.74
Condo
$1,065,000
08/25/25
2
2.5
1,665
139 Palencia, Irvine, CA
0.15
Condo
$1,628,000
07/24/25
3
3.5
2,280
102 Rose Arch, Irvine, CA
0.89
Condo
$900,000
07/01/26
2
2
1,123
85 Waterleaf, Irvine, CA
0.55
Condo
$1,530,000
09/15/25
3
2.5
1,704

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Neighborhood Overview

Cypress Village
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What Locals Say about Cypress Village

At least 73 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 77 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say it's quiet

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 44 % Say there's wildlife

  • 37 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 28 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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  • Jeff Owen
    "Good neighborhood, everyone is nice but keeps to themselves. Not enough dog owner pick up their dog’s poop in the area and leave it. "
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    "Several community events that brig everyone together through the year. Ice cream socials. And holiday parties for the whole community. "
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    "Security is very good and we can take a walk even in the night time like 10pm. Infrastructure is good and well organized."
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    "I think dog owners feel comfortable in this community and people is very friendly and kind. I would strongly recommend"
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    "We are getting along well with our neighbors in various ways - potluck, community event, neighbor invitation party etc."
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  • Trulia User
    "Residents are not friendly here at all.. They never smile or greet you, or even return your greet. The apartment’s space is very narrow and small comparing to their prices "
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    "People walk their dogs all the time and are very friendly and say hi to one another and pick up their poop and the neighborhood itself is just really pretty, safe, and well maintained"
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  • Jia Z.
    "i love this community very clean quite Walkable to everywhere. Convent to school and shopping mall. "
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  • Frukaczm
    "My commute to work is only 8 miles and it takes me anywhere from 25 min to 50 min depending on the time of day. "
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  • Neighbor
    "Parks, pools, schools, trails, groceries and safe neighborhood. Perfect for families. Can walk or use uber to pretty much anything. "
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  • Thirty7narc
    "nothing. completely dog friendly.. maybe a dog park on the east side of Irvine? Cypress village area? "
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  • Martens007
    "Not worth the price of admission to live here... noisy, heavy traffic noise, not the ideal location for sure "
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  • Robinweekswynne
    "Beautiful landscaping with wide, easily walkable sidewalks and plenty of food options make this neighborhood a gem. "
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  • Smartgerlamanda15
    "My family has lived in Irvine for 3 generations and I love it. It’s safe and has anything you’d ever need. "
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  • Sara I. M.
    "It is a typical Irvine neighborhood. It is clean and well maintained. There are plenty of places to play tennis or basketball and sidewalks for taking walks. "
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  • Kinney Y.
    "Cypress Village is in a nice location. Easy access to the 5 Fwy, Albertson, Kohls, banks, restaurants are nearby just across Jeffrey Rd. The new elementary school will be completed soon so there will be an elementary and middle school within walking or biking distance from most of Cypress Village."
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