$1,390,000
3Beds3Baths1,919SqFt
126 BalusterIrvine, CA 92618MELROSE
272 Merit, Irvine, CA 92618
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,505 sq ft
- 1.77-acre lot
- Built 2020
$1,735,000
Subdivision MELROSE
The home
About 272 Merit
RARE SOARING CEILINGS, A BEDROOM AND FULL BATHROOM ON EVERY FLOOR, ABUNDANT NATURAL LIGHT, AND SOPHISTICATED INTERIOR DESIGN MAKE THIS RESIDENCE AN EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY IN GREAT PARK.
Welcome to Almeria at Rise Residence 3, a stunning three-story home in the highly sought-after Great Park Neighborhoods, where soaring ceilings, exceptional natural light, and sophisticated interior design create a truly elevated living experience.
One of the home’s most distinctive features is its dramatic high ceilings, creating an expansive, open, and airy feel throughout the residence. The thoughtfully designed floor plan offers a private bedroom and full bathroom on every level, providing exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living, guests, or a private home office.
The first floor welcomes you with an inviting foyer, spacious bonus room, and a private bedroom with a full bathroom. The second floor is the heart of the home, featuring a stylish open-concept living space with a gourmet kitchen, oversized center island, upgraded cabinetry, dining area, and spacious great room. Large windows fill the space with natural light, while the private deck extends the living area outdoors. A secondary bedroom, full bathroom, and laundry room complete this level.
The third floor offers a private retreat with a versatile loft and an impressive primary suite. The spa-inspired primary bathroom features dual vanities, a soaking tub, separate shower, and refined finishes, while the private balcony provides an additional space to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Throughout the home, modern, high-quality interior finishes and carefully selected design details create a stylish and sophisticated atmosphere rarely found in this price range.
Enjoy the exceptional lifestyle of Great Park with resort-style amenities including multiple pools, parks, playgrounds, clubhouses, BBQ areas, sports courts, and miles of scenic walking and biking trails.
Property details for 272 Merit
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the MELROSE neighborhood of Irvine in Orange County. It offers 2,505 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,735,000, about $693 per square foot. The home was built in 2020. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 930-151-70. Highlights include a community pool, an attached two-car garage, a 1.77-acre lot, and central air. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $1,735,000
- Days On Site
- 83 Days
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,505 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 1.769 Acres
- Year Built
- 2020
- MLS® Number
- OC26146793
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $240 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26146793
- Year Built
- 2020
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,505
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 77,058
- Lot Size (acres)
- 1.769
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Neighborhood
- HOA Dues
- $240
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Great Park
- Parcel Number
- 93015170
- On Market Date
- 2026-07-15
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Bedroom On Main Level, Walk In Closets
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Inside
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Rooms
- Other, Laundry, Bedroom, Kitchen, Great Room, Family Room
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Close To Clubhouse
- Pool Features
- Community, Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- MELROSE (PPMEL)
- Community Features
- Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Playground, Pool, Spa Hot Tub
The record
Property History for 272 Merit
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,805,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$13,422/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $173,500 down
Principal & interest$10,420
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$651
Property tax (est. 1.11%)$1,605
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$506
HOA from listing$240
$11,613/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $347,000 down
Principal & interest$9,262
Property tax (est. 1.11%)$1,605
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$506
HOA from listing$240
$10,456/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $520,500 down
Principal & interest$8,105
Property tax (est. 1.11%)$1,605
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$506
HOA from listing$240
Estimated carrying cost
$2,351/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.11%)$1,605
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$506
HOA from listing$240
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.03% (week of Sep 24, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Irvine rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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The neighborhood
About Irvine
Master-planned on the former Irvine Ranch and incorporated in 1971, Irvine arranges villages such as Turtle Rock and University Park around the University of California, Irvine. The city is anchored by the Orange County Great Park, on the former Marine Corps Air Station El Toro, and most of it is served by the Irvine Unified School District.
Irvine home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 827
- Median price
- $2,150,000
- Median days on market
- 24
- Median per sq ft
- $874
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 29, 2025 to Sep 29, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Irvine sales
At $693 per square foot, this home's asking price is 21% below the Irvine median of $874 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Irvine sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5002 Barkwood | Sep 29, 2026 | $1,320,000 | 1,480 | $892 | 5 |
| 17 Morning Dew | Sep 29, 2026 | $2,300,000 | 2,423 | $949 | 55 |
| 656 Gadwall | Sep 28, 2026 | $1,413,518 | 2,276 | $621 | 103 |
| 23 Donovan | Sep 28, 2026 | $1,930,000 | 2,414 | $800 | 20 |
| 40 Waterspout | Sep 28, 2026 | $1,880,000 | 2,718 | $692 | 213 |
Schools
Schools for 272 Merit
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- High
- Portola
- District
- Irvine Unified
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Location
Location
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Listed by Lucy Liu of Keller Williams Realty Irvine
Listing information updated Oct 3, 2026 at 5:17 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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