Nicely upgraded 1 bedroom plus office townhome in The Lakes community of Irvine. This 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath home offers a rare upstairs office, private fenced patio, and more than $75,000 in improvements. The remodeled kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, updated wood cabinetry, extra storage, floor-to-ceiling pantry space, breakfast bar, pendant lighting, and full porcelain tile backsplash. The main living areas offer hardwood floors, recessed lighting, smooth ceilings, plantation shutters, custom wainscoting, crown molding, paneled doors, and a boxed staircase with wrought iron railing. Ceiling fans upstairs and downstairs add comfort. Upstairs, the vaulted primary suite includes a skylight, walk-in closet with organizer, built-in wall cabinetry, and a remodeled bathroom with granite counters, updated vanity with a modern vessel sink, stacked-stone backsplash, framed mirror, and custom walk-in shower. The separate office adds valuable flex space for work, guests, hobbies, or storage. The private fenced patio, one of only 30 in the community, offers paver hardscape, raised stone planter, mature landscaping, retractable awning, built-in BBQ counter, and permanent gas hookup. Additional features include updated HVAC, partial dual-pane windows, GE stackable laundry, smart thermostat, and designer two-tone paint. The Lakes is known for its streams, mature trees, and scenic surroundings, with community amenities that include pools, spas, tennis courts, and HOA dues that include water and trash service. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, trails, and freeway access. No Mello-Roos and low tax rate.
Under contract
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Realty • Richard Wamsat • Contact: 949-864-6933
Price cut: $10K (6/10)
$629,900
26 Lakepines, Irvine, CA 92620
1beds
1,115sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1978
764 Square Feet Lot
$612,300 Zestimate®
$565/sqft
$535/mo HOA
What's special
- 174 days |
- 985 |
- 41 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Richard Wamsat DRE #01345167 949-864-6933,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26089011
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Den, Entry/Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Other, Recreation, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bathroom
- Features: Enclosed Toilet, Granite Counters, Linen Closet, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Closet, Stacked, Upper Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Chair Rail, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Paneling/Wainscoting, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Up, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Panel Doors, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Garden Window(s), Plantation Shutters, Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: 2+ Common Walls,No One Above,No One Below
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,115 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Covered, Carport, Guest
- Carport spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Awning(s)
- Pool features: Community, Fenced, Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association, Community, Gunite, Heated, In Ground
- Fencing: Excellent Condition,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: Creek, Lake, Pond, Stream
Lot
- Size: 764 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 53014372
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- HardiPlank Type, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Details
- Builder model: B-Custom
- Builder name: Sterling
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Pool
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: The Lakes (Lk)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Maintenance Grounds, Insurance, Maintenance Front Yard, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Trash, Water
- Services included: Sewer
- HOA fee: $535 monthly
- HOA name: The Lakes PUD
- HOA phone: 949-372-4029
Location
- Region: Irvine
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $565/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $386,870
- Annual tax amount: $4,158
- Date on market: 4/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 174 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,FHA
- Inclusions: Washer / Dryer and Refrigerator
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$612,300
Estimated sales range
$582,000 - $643,000
Rent Zestimate®
$3,314/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Contingent | $629,900$565/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Price change | $629,900-1.6%$565/sqft |
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| 5/11/2026 | Price change | $639,900-2.3%$574/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $655,000+103.4%$587/sqft |
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| 5/19/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/9/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,675$2/sqft |
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| 2/24/2015 | Sold | $322,000+0.9%$289/sqft |
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| 1/24/2015 | Pending sale | $319,000$286/sqft |
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| 1/15/2015 | Listed for sale | $319,000+62.8%$286/sqft |
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| 9/30/2002 | Sold | $196,000+48.5%$176/sqft |
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| 5/26/2000 | Sold | $132,000$118/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,158 +2.3% | $386,870 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,066 +2.6% | $379,285 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,962 +2.1% | $371,849 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,881 +2.4% | $364,558 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,789 +0.6% | $357,410 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,767 | $353,746 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,767 +0.3% | $346,810 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,754 +4% | $340,010 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,611 | $333,344 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,611 +4.5% | $326,808 +38.4% |
| 2015 | $3,454 +45.7% | $236,192 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,372 | $231,566 +20.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $191,760 |
| 2012 | -- | $191,760 -6% |
| 2011 | -- | $204,000 -5.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $216,116 |
| 2009 | -- | $216,116 |
| 2008 | -- | $216,116 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $211,879 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $207,725 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $203,652 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $199,659 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $196,000 +42.7% |
| 2002 | -- | $137,332 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,322 +35.5% | $134,640 +45.1% |
| 2000 | $975 | $92,816 |
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$170Home insurance
$105HOA fees
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Northwood
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Santiago Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Sierra Vista Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Northwood High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Santiago Hills
- Middle: Sierra Vista
- High: Northwood
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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