$1,735,000
3Beds3Baths2,505SqFt
272 MeritIrvine, CA 92618MELROSE
126 Baluster, Irvine, CA 92618
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,919 sq ft
- Built 2023
$1,390,000
Subdivision MELROSE
The home
About 126 Baluster
RARE TWO-STORY END-UNIT HOME WITH WALKING DISTANCE TO ALL K–12 SCHOOLS!
Welcome to this exceptional 2023-built attached home in the highly desirable Solis Park neighborhood of Irvine’s Great Park. Bright and thoughtfully designed, this home features an open-concept layout ideal for modern living. Approximately a 3-minute walk to Solis Park School (K–8) and Portola High School, this home offers exceptional walk-to-school convenience for every stage of K–12 education. It is also just moments from Solis Park’s “The Retreat,” featuring a resort-style pool, spa, BBQ areas, gathering spaces, and fire pits.
The main level features an open-concept gourmet kitchen with white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a built-in refrigerator, ample storage, and abundant natural light. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite provides a peaceful retreat, while the additional bedrooms offer flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. As a desirable end-unit attached home, it enjoys added privacy and a more spacious feel. The spacious front yard and side yard offer excellent outdoor space for entertaining, play, or gardening. Rare two-story design, generous outdoor space, and an outstanding walk-to-school location make this a wonderful
Property details for 126 Baluster
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath townhome sits in the MELROSE neighborhood of Irvine in Orange County. It offers 1,919 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,390,000, about $724 per square foot. The home was built in 2023. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 930-053-08. Highlights include a community pool and spa, an attached two-car garage, 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
- $1,390,000
- Days On Site
- 43 Days
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,919 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 2023
- MLS® Number
- OC26182753
- Status
- Pending
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $505 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Townhouse
- MLS Number
- OC26182753
- Year Built
- 2023
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,919
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 31,301
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.7186
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- None
- HOA Dues
- $240
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Great park Neighborhoods
- Parcel Number
- 93005308
- On Market Date
- 2026-08-24
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Balcony, Eat In Kitchen, Pantry, All Bedrooms Up
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Built In Range, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Disposal, Water Heater
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Upper Level
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- One Common Wall
- Windows
- Blinds, Screens
- Rooms
- Bedroom
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Parking
- Garage
- Pool Features
- Community, Association
- Spa
- Community
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Sewer Available, Water Available
- Units
- 9
Community Features
- Subdivision
- MELROSE (PPMEL)
- Community Features
- Biking, Hiking, Park, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Fire Pit, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts
- Second HOA Dues
- $265
The record
Property History for 126 Baluster
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Aug 24, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,390,000 |
Price and status changes recorded since Sep 26, 2026.
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$11,065/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $139,000 down
Principal & interest$8,348
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$521
Property tax (est. 1.11%)$1,286
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$405
HOA from listing$505
$9,617/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $278,000 down
Principal & interest$7,421
Property tax (est. 1.11%)$1,286
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$405
HOA from listing$505
$8,689/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $417,000 down
Principal & interest$6,493
Property tax (est. 1.11%)$1,286
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$405
HOA from listing$505
Estimated carrying cost
$2,196/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.11%)$1,286
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$405
HOA from listing$505
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
- 152
- Median price
- $1,170,000
- Median days on market
- 27
- Median per sq ft
- $737
Recorded MLS closings of townhomes, 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 $724 per square foot, this home's asking price is close to the Irvine median of $737 for townhomes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Irvine sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 115 Neptune | Sep 28, 2026 | $875,000 | 1,798 | $487 | 72 |
| 137 Terrapin | Sep 28, 2026 | $1,273,000 | 2,103 | $605 | 19 |
| 80 Almador | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,125,000 | 1,604 | $701 | 33 |
| 2258 Synergy | Sep 10, 2026 | $1,065,000 | 1,933 | $551 | 48 |
| 49 Montanas Este 23 | Sep 8, 2026 | $1,138,000 | 1,531 | $743 | 69 |
Schools
School District for 126 Baluster
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Irvine Unified.
Living in Irvine covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Location
Location
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Listed by Lu Zhang of Pinnacle Real Estate Group
Listing information updated Oct 1, 2026 at 1:29 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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