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Off market sep 2020 for $1.7M

$3,130,717

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $9,381/mo

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4,209

sq ft

26 Exploration, Irvine, CA 92618

About this home

Prime interior location within a deep, private and appealing cut-de-sac. .WELCOME TO THE HOME OF THE HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER PORTOLA SPRINGS RESORT LIFE-STYLE COMMUNITY. .safety gated entry to an oversize flagstone courtyard w/ 3 tier flowing fountain and maid quarters/casita suite w/ bath and spacious wardrobe closet, gracefully designed main entrance to an artfully crafted wrought iron staircase, formal living room w/ custom fireplace and mantel, elegant formal dining room with a brilliantly lighted chandelier, indoor/outdoor loggia w/ fan/heaters-perfect for solitude or large/family/business entertaining, CHEF'S GOURMET KITCHEN w/ large rectangular sit-up center island w/ sink, granite countertops with gorgeous full backsplash, upgraded white cabinets, stainless Kitchen Aid appliance package, built-in refrigerator, 8 burner cooktop, convection oven, family room w/ walls of windows, custom designed fireplace/mantel, versatile media center w/ in-ceiling surround system, radiant overhead illumination, upper level flexible loft area-ideal for home office or second family room, huge master suite extends to luxuriously upgraded master bath w/ separate shower, deep oval jacuzzi soaking tub, dual vanities, finished wardrobe closet w/ built-in organizer/display case, shutters throughout, crown molding, high baseboards, BACKYARD WITH SPARKLING SWIMMING POOL WITH DUAL FLOWING WATERFALLS, BUILT-IN GRAND TURBO BARBECUE W/ WARMER/SINK/REFRIGERATOR, functionally designed garage w/ abundance or cabinetry

Single-familyProperty Type

2008Year Built

6,273 sq ftLot Size

$744Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Gary Fallis •DRE #01174328 • Gary Fallis Real Estate Svcs

Bought with General NONMEMBER •DRE #00000001 • NONMEMBER MRML

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•Source:CRMLS #OC20125067

Redfin Estimate

$3,130,717

$1.4M since sold in September 2020$36K since September

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B
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SOLD AUG 18, 2026
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C
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Market trends in 92618, CA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

97.3%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$39K MoM

Avg. days on market

70d

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Sale history for 26 Exploration

Date

Event

Price

CRMLS #OC20125067

Sep 11, 2020

Sold

$1,750,000

$416/sq ft

Aug 1, 2020

Pending

—

Jul 17, 2020

Price Changed

$1,838,800

$437/sq ft

Jun 27, 2020

Listed

$1,848,800

$439/sq ft

Jun 27, 2020

Listed

$1,838,800

$437/sq ft

Prime interior location within a deep, private and appealing cut-de-sac..WELCOME TO THE HOME OF THE HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER PORTOLA SPRINGS RESORT LIFE-STYLE COMMUNITY..safety gated entry to an oversize flagstone courtyard w/3 tier flowing fountain and maid quarters/casita suite w/bath and spacious wardrobe closet, gracefully designed main entrance to an artfully crafted wrought iron staircase, formal living room w/custom fireplace and mantel, elegant formal dining room with a brilliantly lighted chandelier, indoor/outdoor loggia w/fan/heaters-perfect for solitude or large/family/business entertaining, CHEF'S GOURMET KITCHEN w/large rectangular sit-up center island w/sink, granite countertops with gorgeous full backsplash, upgraded white cabinets, stainless Kitchen Aid appliance package, built-in refrigerator, 8 burner cooktop, convection oven, family room w/walls of windows, custom designed fireplace/mantel, versatile media center w/in-ceiling surround system, radiant overhead illumination, upper level flexible loft area-ideal for home office or second family room, huge master suite extends to luxuriously upgraded master bath w/separate shower, deep oval jacuzzi soaking tub, dual vanities, finished wardrobe closet w/built-in organizer/display case, shutters throughout, crown molding, high baseboards, BACKYARD WITH SPARKLING SWIMMING POOL WITH DUAL FLOWING WATERFALLS, BUILT-IN GRAND TURBO BARBECUE W/WARMER/SINK/REFRIGERATOR, functionally designed garage w/abundance or cabinetry

CRMLS #OC20030385

Feb 11, 2020

Listed

$1,848,800

$439/sq ft

CRMLS #IV17260235

Feb 23, 2018

Sold

$1,725,000

$410/sq ft

Feb 4, 2018

Pending

—

Jan 10, 2018

Price Changed

$1,785,000

$424/sq ft

Nov 17, 2017

Listed

$1,785,000

$424/sq ft

Nov 17, 2017

Listed

$1,795,000

$426/sq ft

CRMLS #CV16741131

Oct 23, 2017

Listing Removed

—

Sep 12, 2017

Price Changed

$1,749,000

$416/sq ft

Mar 16, 2017

Price Changed

$1,779,000

$423/sq ft

Dec 20, 2016

Listed

$1,849,000

$439/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$24,205 (+1.6%)

$917,308 + $976,948

$1,894,256

2024

$23,813 (−1.6%)

$917,308 + $976,948

$1,894,256

2023

$24,212 (+2.1%)

$899,321 + $957,793

$1,857,114

2022

$23,714 (+1.4%)

$881,687 + $939,013

$1,820,700

2021

$23,384 (+12.3%)

$864,399 + $920,601

$1,785,000

2020

$20,818 (−0.8%)

$847,450 + $902,550

$1,750,000

2019

$20,988 (−2.4%)

$662,300 + $844,892

$1,507,192

2018

$21,500 (+1.6%)

$649,314 + $828,326

$1,477,640

2017

$21,156 (+1.5%)

$561,734 + $903,153

$1,464,887

2016

$20,843 (+1.1%)

$561,734 + $903,153

$1,464,887

2015

$20,625 (+1.4%)

$550,719 + $885,445

$1,436,164

2014

$20,343 (−0.2%)

$531,822 + $855,061

$1,386,883

2013

$20,388 (+1.2%)

$531,822 + $855,061

$1,386,883

2012

$20,143 (+0.2%)

$529,419 + $851,197

$1,380,616

2011

$20,103 (+2.1%)

$508,861 + $818,145

$1,327,006

2010

$19,694 (+128.6%)

$508,861 + $818,145

$1,327,006

2009

$8,616 (+1.6%)

$505,058 + $783,942

$1,289,000

2008

$8,481

$8,406

Tax history for 26 Exploration

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$24,205 (+1.6%)

$917,308 + $976,948

$1,894,256

2024

$23,813 (−1.6%)

$917,308 + $976,948

$1,894,256

2023

$24,212 (+2.1%)

$899,321 + $957,793

$1,857,114

2022

$23,714 (+1.4%)

$881,687 + $939,013

$1,820,700

2021

$23,384 (+12.3%)

$864,399 + $920,601

$1,785,000

2020

$20,818 (−0.8%)

$847,450 + $902,550

$1,750,000

2019

$20,988 (−2.4%)

$662,300 + $844,892

$1,507,192

2018

$21,500 (+1.6%)

$649,314 + $828,326

$1,477,640

2017

$21,156 (+1.5%)

$561,734 + $903,153

$1,464,887

2016

$20,843 (+1.1%)

$561,734 + $903,153

$1,464,887

2015

$20,625 (+1.4%)

$550,719 + $885,445

$1,436,164

2014

$20,343 (−0.2%)

$531,822 + $855,061

$1,386,883

2013

$20,388 (+1.2%)

$531,822 + $855,061

$1,386,883

2012

$20,143 (+0.2%)

$529,419 + $851,197

$1,380,616

2011

$20,103 (+2.1%)

$508,861 + $818,145

$1,327,006

2010

$19,694 (+128.6%)

$508,861 + $818,145

$1,327,006

2009

$8,616 (+1.6%)

$505,058 + $783,942

$1,289,000

2008

$8,481

$8,406

*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

Baths

3.5

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,273 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2009

Sq. Ft.

4,134

Year built

2009

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Orange County

APN

58003312

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 15, 2026.

2.3K

Medium Density Residential - Portola Springs (Planning Area 6) District

This category allows zero to 12.5 dwelling units per net acre as either single-family detached or attached dwelling units. This corresponds to the Medium Density category of zero to 10 du per gross acre.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Educational/school
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Built-In Storage, Direct Garage Access, Garage, Side by Side
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2

Interior

Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room

Kitchen Information
Appliances: Barbecue, Convection Oven, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Formal Dining Room
Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Utility sink

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Exhaust fan(s)

Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling

Room Information
Bonus Room, Family Room, Formal Entry, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Loft, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet

Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace

Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating

Interior Features
Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, Crown Moldings, Granite Counters, Open Floor Plan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage Space
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Security Features: Smoke Detector
Spa Features: Association
Has Spa
Window Features: Plantation Shutters

Exterior

Exterior Information
Structure Type: House

Exterior Features
Pool Features: Private, Association, Community Pool
Has Pool

Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac

Property Information
Common Interest: Planned Development
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Parcel Number: 58003312
Property Condition: Turnkey
Total # of Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Estimated

Financial

Assesments Information
Assessments: Special Assessments, Mello-Roos

Utilities

Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public

Location

Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Portola Springs
Association Fee: $134
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Pool, Spa, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground

Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks

School Information
High School District: Irvine Unified

Location Information
Latitude: 33.70433500
Longitude: -117.71780700
Other Subdivision Name: Serra (SERA)
Directions: Portola Pkwy to Ridge Valley (L), Small Grove (L), Exploration (R)
Subdivision Name: Serra (SERA)

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,134
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,273 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2009
Year Renovated: 2009
County: Orange County
APN: 58003312

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 15, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 33
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 112

Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Gary
List Agent Last Name: Fallis

Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Gary Fallis Real Estate Svcs

Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: General
Buyer Agent Last Name: NONMEMBER

Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: NONMEMBER MRML

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Schools

Portola Springs Elementary

Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.8mi

10/10

Jeffrey Trail Middle

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi

9/10

Portola High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

6/10 Fire Factor

12% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 94° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

5/10 Air Factor

7 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in June and 7 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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30 Exploration, Irvine, CA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4522 Sq. Ft.	$3,301,204

Address	Redfin Estimate
33 Exploration, Irvine, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4090 Sq. Ft.	$3,000,473
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