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Off Market Jun 2016 for $1.6M

$2,971,885

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,774/mo

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4,209

sq ft

29 Exploration, Irvine, CA 92618

About this home

Beauty, Tranquility and Serenity describe this lovely home’s ideal location. Situated in Serra, amongst the tranquil hills of Portola Springs, this oasis is located on a cul-de-sac street & backs to the foothills, making the enjoyment of privacy and peace from your back yard ideal. The highly desirable 3-story home features rich hard wood floors that flows beautifully into the expansive living room. The living & family rooms encompass the relaxing "Outdoor Living Courtyard", bringing the outdoors in. The gourmet kitchen is complete with an 8-burner gas stove, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, country white cabinetry & an oversized granite island with seating for 4. There are 4 bedrooms upstairs and the large master bedroom overlooks the interior outdoor courtyard & has a balcony which looks over the foothills. The expansive master bath includes marble counters & a jetted tub, along with a large walk in closet. The 3rd story consists of a loft that can be an extra bonus room, office or a workout area and has great views from above of the back foothills & city lights. The 5th bedroom is a private Casita, complete with a full bath. The community "resort like" amenities are amazing & have it all. The schools are new, state-of-the-art facilities.

Single-familyProperty Type

2008Year Built

6,578 sq ftLot Size

$706Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Hiram Aviles •DRE #00916447 • First Team Real Estate

Bought with Donald Ross •DRE #01024732 • HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:CRMLS #OC16081006

Redfin Estimate

$2,971,885

$1.3M since sold in June 2016$29K since August

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This home's estimate is 1.9% lower than the average sale price ($3.03M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$2,650,000
A
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SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$3,580,000
B
5 beds5.5 baths4,600 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$2,900,000
C
5 beds4.5 baths3,437 sq ft
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$2,750,000
D
4 beds4 baths3,019 sq ft
55 Andrews, Irvine, CA 92618
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$3,400,000
E
5 beds5.5 baths4,427 sq ft
53 Thrasher, Irvine, CA 92618
SOLD MAR 26, 2026
$2,900,000
F
5 beds5.5 baths3,404 sq ft
106 Fieldwood, Irvine, CA 92618
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Market trends in 92618, CA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

97.5%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$1.5M

$73K MoM

Avg. days on market

59d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

175

11 MoM

New listings for sale

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NEW 1 DAY AGO
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5 beds5.5 baths5,200 sq ft
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5 beds4.5 baths3,838 sq ft
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Sale history for 29 Exploration

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Jun 7, 2016

Sold

$1,699,000

$404/sq ft

CRMLS #OC16081006

Jun 7, 2016

Sold

$1,698,888

$404/sq ft

Jun 1, 2016

Pending

—

May 6, 2016

Contingent

—

Apr 18, 2016

Listed

$1,799,000

$427/sq ft

CRMLS #S554554

Sep 28, 2009

Sold

$1,358,500

$323/sq ft

Sep 3, 2009

Pending

—

Aug 20, 2009

Price Changed

$1,375,000

$327/sq ft

Nov 17, 2008

Listed

$1,561,500

$371/sq ft

This Standard Pacific home is located on a cul de sac and backs to open space. You can enjoy the peace and quiet from your backyard, or deck off of the master bedroom. The kitchen includes Kitchenaid stainless steel appliances including built-in refrigerator & granite kitchen countertops with custom designed tile backsplash. White Thermofoil cabinets, stained maple handrail and custom interior paint add to the beauty of this home. This has a large master bedroom and bath that includes marble counters, shower, and tub deck. Also included in the master bath are custom framed mirrors and a jetted tub. Also included are numerous electrical upgrades, DSS satellite and surround sound prewire. Ask the sales office for more details on these items.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$25,829 (+1.7%)

$1,082,658 + $975,347

$2,058,005

2024

$25,405 (−1.4%)

$1,082,658 + $975,347

$2,058,005

2023

$25,765 (+2.1%)

$1,061,429 + $956,223

$2,017,652

2022

$25,236 (+1.5%)

$1,040,617 + $937,474

$1,978,091

2021

$24,875 (+0.8%)

$1,020,212 + $919,093

$1,939,305

2020

$24,669 (−0.4%)

$1,000,208 + $901,072

$1,901,280

2019

$24,763 (+0.3%)

$989,952 + $891,833

$1,881,785

2018

$24,692 (+3.4%)

$970,541 + $874,347

$1,844,888

2017

$23,879 (+12.4%)

$932,854 + $800,003

$1,732,857

2016

$21,245 (+1.1%)

$932,854 + $800,003

$1,732,857

2015

$21,021 (+1.4%)

$620,690 + $860,631

$1,481,321

2014

$20,729 (−0.3%)

$599,391 + $831,099

$1,430,490

2013

$20,791 (+1.3%)

$599,391 + $831,099

$1,430,490

2012

$20,527 (+0.2%)

$596,682 + $827,343

$1,424,025

2011

$20,488 (+0.7%)

$573,512 + $795,217

$1,368,729

2010

$20,351 (−6.5%)

$573,512 + $795,217

$1,368,729

2009

$21,775 (+156.7%)

$569,226 + $789,274

$1,358,500

2008

$8,481

$450,000 + $842,733

$1,292,733

Tax history for 29 Exploration

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$25,829 (+1.7%)

$1,082,658 + $975,347

$2,058,005

2024

$25,405 (−1.4%)

$1,082,658 + $975,347

$2,058,005

2023

$25,765 (+2.1%)

$1,061,429 + $956,223

$2,017,652

2022

$25,236 (+1.5%)

$1,040,617 + $937,474

$1,978,091

2021

$24,875 (+0.8%)

$1,020,212 + $919,093

$1,939,305

2020

$24,669 (−0.4%)

$1,000,208 + $901,072

$1,901,280

2019

$24,763 (+0.3%)

$989,952 + $891,833

$1,881,785

2018

$24,692 (+3.4%)

$970,541 + $874,347

$1,844,888

2017

$23,879 (+12.4%)

$932,854 + $800,003

$1,732,857

2016

$21,245 (+1.1%)

$932,854 + $800,003

$1,732,857

2015

$21,021 (+1.4%)

$620,690 + $860,631

$1,481,321

2014

$20,729 (−0.3%)

$599,391 + $831,099

$1,430,490

2013

$20,791 (+1.3%)

$599,391 + $831,099

$1,430,490

2012

$20,527 (+0.2%)

$596,682 + $827,343

$1,424,025

2011

$20,488 (+0.7%)

$573,512 + $795,217

$1,368,729

2010

$20,351 (−6.5%)

$573,512 + $795,217

$1,368,729

2009

$21,775 (+156.7%)

$569,226 + $789,274

$1,358,500

2008

$8,481

$450,000 + $842,733

$1,292,733

*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

6,578 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2008

Sq. Ft.

4,134

Year built

2008

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Orange County

APN

58003307

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 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
Direct Garage Access, Garage - Two Door
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2

Interior

Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room

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

Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling

Room Information
Family Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet

Fireplace Information
Family Room, Living Room
Has Fireplace

Flooring Information
Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood

Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating

Interior Features
French Doors, Panel Doors
Entry Location: Ground Level No Steps
Built-Ins, Balcony, Granite Counters, Recessed Lighting, Wired for Sound
Levels: Three Or More
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System
Spa Features: Association
Has Spa
Window Features: Drapes/Curtains, Double Pane Windows

Exterior

Exterior Information
Roof: Spanish Tile
Other Structures: Guest House Attached
Fencing: Blockwall
Has Fence

Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Slab

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Tile
Has Patio
Pool Features: Association, Community Pool
Has Pool

Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Lot-Level/Flat, Landscaped, Lot 6500-9999

Property Information
Total # of Units: 58
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Parcel Number: 58003307
Property Condition: Turnkey
Has View
Year Built Source: Builder

Financial

Assesments Information
Assessments: Mello-Roos

Utilities

Utilities Information
Sewer Connected, Sewer Available
Water Source: District/Public

Location

Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 58
Builder Name: Standard Pacific

Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Fee: $134
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Barbecue, Fire Pit, Outdoor Cooking Area, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa, Sport Court, Tennis

Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Foothills

School Information
High School District: Irvine Unified

Location Information
Latitude: 33.70484200
Longitude: -117.71767400
Other Subdivision Name: Serra (SERA)
Subdivision Name: Serra (SERA)

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,134
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,578 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2008
Year Renovated: 2008
County: Orange County
APN: 58003307

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 45
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 45

Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Hiram
List Agent Last Name: Aviles

Listing Office Information
List Office Name: First Team Real Estate

Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Donald
Buyer Agent Last Name: Ross

Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty

Around this home

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 • 2.3mi

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

13% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 94° expected this year, 22 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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$2.82M – $3.42M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
31 Exploration, Irvine, CA 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 4000 Sq. Ft.	$3,152,604
32 Exploration, Irvine, CA 5 Beds \| - Baths \| 4209 Sq. Ft.	$2,927,872

Address	Redfin Estimate
33 Exploration, Irvine, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4090 Sq. Ft.	$3,001,849
38 Exploration, Irvine, CA 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3438 Sq. Ft.	$2,790,328

Address	Redfin Estimate
30 Exploration, Irvine, CA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4522 Sq. Ft.	$3,333,484
36 Exploration, Irvine, CA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4277 Sq. Ft.	$2,915,235

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