$1,390,000
3Beds3Baths1,919SqFt
126 BalusterIrvine, CA 92618MELROSE
Sold
284 Novel sold on February 26, 2026 for $1,115,000, 2.3% above the $1,090,000 asking price after 20 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
284 Novel, Irvine, CA 92618
- 3 beds
- 4 baths
- 1,805 sq ft
- Built 2019
$1,115,000
Subdivision MELROSE
The home
About 284 Novel
Welcome to the modern townhome at Novel Park in the Great Park Neighborhoods. The over 1,800 sqft of living space is thoughtfully designed for versatility, the main level offers a bedroom and a bathroom, perfect for a home office or guest room. On the second floor, the open-concept great room is the heart of the home, seamlessly connecting the living, dining and kitchen areas, which are fantastic for everyday living and entertainments. The private patio which is off the great room offers an extension of the living space, ideal for morning coffee, al fresco dining with fresh air. The third floor provides dual en-suite bedrooms, including a functional primary suite with walk-in closet, dual sinks, and a good size shower. The upstairs laundry, LED recessed lighting, the tankless water heater, EV charger add convenience to the house. The community parks, pools, clubhouse, dog parks, sports courts, outdoor kitchens, playgrounds, trails wave for outdoor activities. Located just minutes from award winning IUSD Beacon K-8 and Portola High, and a short drive to Irvine Spectrum, Woodbury Town Center and Laguna Beach. Name it your HOME.
Property details for 284 Novel
This 3-bedroom, 4-bath condo sits in the MELROSE neighborhood of Irvine in Orange County. It offers 1,805 square feet of living space. The home was built in 2019. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 930-030-12. Highlights include a community pool, a fireplace, 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
- $1,115,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,805 sqft
- Total Baths
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 2019
- MLS® Number
- WS26009155
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Condominium
- MLS Number
- WS26009155
- Year Built
- 2019
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,805
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 27,557
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.6326
- Levels
- Three Or More
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Neighborhood
- HOA Dues
- $240
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Great Park
- Parcel Number
- 93003012
- On Market Date
- 2026-01-14
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- Two Common Walls Or More
Exterior Features
- Pool Features
- Community, Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 50
Community Features
- Subdivision
- MELROSE (PPMEL)
- Community Features
- Biking, Dog Park, Hiking, Park, Sidewalks, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Sport Court, Dog Park, Fire Pit, Outdoor Cooking Area, Barbecue, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Spa Hot Tub, Tennis Courts, Trails
- Second HOA Dues
- $295
The record
Property History for 284 Novel
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 26, 2026 | Sold | $1,115,000 | |
| Jan 14, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,090,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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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
- 1,027
- Median price
- $1,260,000
- Median days on market
- 30
- Median per sq ft
- $745
Recorded MLS closings of condos, Sep 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Irvine sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 143 Coastal Gdn | Sep 25, 2026 | $965,000 | 1,067 | $904 | 27 |
| 31 Roycroft | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,480,000 | 1,656 | $894 | 1 |
| 166 Follyhatch | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,400,000 | 2,228 | $628 | 6 |
| 768 Sonia | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,189,990 | 2,013 | $591 | 0 |
| 64 Eagle 34 | Sep 23, 2026 | $575,000 | 928 | $620 | 34 |
Schools
School District for 284 Novel
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the Irvine Unified.
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Listed by JING FAN of Pinnacle Real Estate Group
Listing information updated Feb 27, 2026 at 12:29 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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