Lovely Fountain Valley Condo located near the 405 Fwy, 22 Fwy and only a hop, skip and a jump to the beach! This gated community was recently refurbished, all buildings are being freshly painted as well as any wood work repairs. This home has lots of upgrades, Newer Kitchen Cabinets, Newer Appliances and beautiful Quartz Counter Tops, High Ceilings, Newer AC to keep you cool, Gas Fireplace, Recessed Lighting, Indoor Laundry, Double door entry into the Master Bedroom, and a Large Closet. Dual Pane Windows, Upgraded Laminated flooring with upgraded insulated padding, Double door entry into the Patio area and extra storage off the Patio. Upgraded Bathroom with Tiled Walls in the shower/tub and Vanity with Quartz Counter Top. Walking distance to the Santa Ana River Trail or Mile Square Park for some Cardio. If you prefer to stay closer to home, you can enjoy the attractive Community Pool area with a covered seating area and Spa. Working is currently being done on this particular building. One assigned carport but you can get another parking pass at no extra cost. The HOA covers water, trash, you pay electricity only, there is no gas and isn’t only $385.00 a month. It looks like the HOA is doing a great job refurbishing this community! You really must see this home to appreciate it!
CondoProperty Type
1983Year Built
$620Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Virginia Olivas•DRE #01327579• BHHS CA Properties
Bought with Gaelyn Goldsworthy•DRE #02032459• Bullock Russell RE Services
A condo in a prime location in Fountain Valley and a gated community is nothing new. What about an Upstairs-no-one-above-you Condo in the same area? Features a large primary suite with double door entry to the private en-suite bathroom, high ceilings, indoor laundry, newer kitchen cabinets, newer appliances, or a brand new AC system will ensure your life will be as comfortable as possible. Dual pane windows throughout the property and the French Doors to the balcony with the Pool View are the big plus. In addition to many available visitor parking spaces, you will have an assigned carport of your own to park in a secured gated community. A short walk to Santa Ana River Trail or Mile Square Park is ideal! And if you are tired of walking around, check out the attractive pool area with cabana-style covered seating and two spas. You need to see this property to feel its magic powers for yourself. Request a tour now before it's too late!
CRMLS #S632756
Jan 26, 2011
Sold
$148,100
$211/sq ft
Dec 27, 2010
Pending
—
Dec 7, 2010
Price Changed
$148,100
$211/sq ft
Nov 10, 2010
Price Changed
$150,000
$214/sq ft
Oct 8, 2010
Price Changed
$165,000
$235/sq ft
Sep 27, 2010
Relisted
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Sep 17, 2010
Delisted
—
Sep 16, 2010
Listed
$187,000
$266/sq ft
Cozy upper unit in gated community. Living room has fireplace and vaulted ceilings, with French doors leading to balcony-enjoy the pool view! Extra large bedroom. Laundry hook-ups. Close to Centennial Regional Park and popular Miles Square Park. Access to 405 and 22/5 freeways.
CRMLS #P744669
Sep 14, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Jul 21, 2010
Listed
$160,000
$228/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 6, 2004
Sold
$222,000
$316/sq ft
CRMLS #S256947
Sep 21, 2001
Sold
$131,500
$187/sq ft
Aug 17, 2001
Listed
$129,900
$185/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 27, 1995
Sold
$84,000
$120/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,857 (+2.0%)
$358,659 + $63,489
$422,148
2024
$4,760 (+1.9%)
$351,626 + $62,245
$413,871
2023
$4,670 (+2.2%)
$344,731 + $61,025
$405,756
2022
$4,567 (+105.3%)
$337,971 + $59,829
$397,800
2021
$2,224 (+1.4%)
$331,344 + $58,656
$390,000
2020
$2,194 (+1.8%)
$113,803 + $61,485
$175,288
2019
$2,154 (+2.0%)
$112,636 + $60,855
$173,491
2018
$2,112 (+1.4%)
$110,428 + $59,662
$170,090
2017
$2,082 (+4.3%)
$106,139 + $57,347
$163,486
2016
$1,996 (+1.5%)
$106,139 + $57,347
$163,486
2015
$1,967 (+2.6%)
$104,058 + $56,223
$160,281
2014
$1,918 (+4.8%)
$100,487 + $54,295
$154,782
2013
$1,831 (+2.0%)
$100,487 + $54,295
$154,782
2012
$1,794 (−1.9%)
$96,148 + $51,952
$148,100
2011
$1,830 (−0.4%)
$96,148 + $51,952
$148,100
2010
$1,837 (−15.7%)
$96,148 + $51,952
$148,100
2009
$2,180 (−19.2%)
$82,503 + $59,497
$142,000
2008
$2,698
$122,503 + $59,497
$182,000
Tax history for 12042 Sylvan #17
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,857 (+2.0%)
$358,659 + $63,489
$422,148
2024
$4,760 (+1.9%)
$351,626 + $62,245
$413,871
2023
$4,670 (+2.2%)
$344,731 + $61,025
$405,756
2022
$4,567 (+105.3%)
$337,971 + $59,829
$397,800
2021
$2,224 (+1.4%)
$331,344 + $58,656
$390,000
2020
$2,194 (+1.8%)
$113,803 + $61,485
$175,288
2019
$2,154 (+2.0%)
$112,636 + $60,855
$173,491
2018
$2,112 (+1.4%)
$110,428 + $59,662
$170,090
2017
$2,082 (+4.3%)
$106,139 + $57,347
$163,486
2016
$1,996 (+1.5%)
$106,139 + $57,347
$163,486
2015
$1,967 (+2.6%)
$104,058 + $56,223
$160,281
2014
$1,918 (+4.8%)
$100,487 + $54,295
$154,782
2013
$1,831 (+2.0%)
$100,487 + $54,295
$154,782
2012
$1,794 (−1.9%)
$96,148 + $51,952
$148,100
2011
$1,830 (−0.4%)
$96,148 + $51,952
$148,100
2010
$1,837 (−15.7%)
$96,148 + $51,952
$148,100
2009
$2,180 (−19.2%)
$82,503 + $59,497
$142,000
2008
$2,698
$122,503 + $59,497
$182,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1983
Sq. Ft.
702
Year built
1983
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Orange County
APN
93859034
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.
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