3 Palos, Unit 51

1,468 Sq. Ft.
$776 / Sq. Ft.
1,468
Sq. Ft.
$776
per Sq. Ft.

Description

With its interior location, away from the freeway noise, this one-of-a-kind single-level home is situated in the prestigious golf course community of Rancho San Joaquin. Zoned for the number 1 high school in Irvine (University High), the secluded two-bedroom and two-bathroom top-floor condo is an end unit with a street-level entrance. This wonderful home boasts 1468 square feet of living space consisting of an open floor plan that includes a living room with a cathedral ceiling and fireplace, a dining...With its interior location, away from the freeway noise, this one-of-a-kind single-level home is situated in the prestigious golf course community of Rancho San Joaquin. Zoned for the number 1 high school in Irvine (University High), the secluded two-bedroom and two-bathroom top-floor condo is an end unit with a street-level entrance. This wonderful home boasts 1468 square feet of living space consisting of an open floor plan that includes a living room with a cathedral ceiling and fireplace, a dining room, and an open kitchen. Enjoy the panoramic view of the neighborhood through the multiple large sliding doors, which also provide access to the oversized private balconies located around the unit. The gourmet kitchen has a granite countertop and is equipped with stainless steel appliances, a double oven, a gas stove top, a microwave, and a water purifier. With an abundant amount of counter and cabinet space, the kitchen provides a beautiful and functional space for even the most demanding chefs. The primary bedroom is very spacious and bright with a cathedral ceiling. The amazing views from the oversized window turn this space into a wonderful personal retreat. The primary bathroom has a large window which brings in an ample amount of natural light creating a comfortable and bright space. This bathroom is outfitted with double vanities and a walk-in shower and contains an abundant amount of closet space. The second bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with a single vanity and a tub and shower combo. Multiple built-in closets throughout the unit provide an ample amount of storage space. In addition, the condo includes a two-car detached garage with a shelving system for additional storage. No Mello Roos! The community has two swimming pools and spas, and is very close to UCI, William Mason Park, and various hiking trails. With countless shopping and dining choices nearby, and only minutes away from South Coast Plaza, Irvine Spectrum, Fashion Island, and the beautiful Southern California beaches, you do not want to miss this one. Come and see it for yourself!
  1. Listed by Xuhong Mai • DRE #02090430 • Brokerage DRE #01008773 • First Team Real Estate • (949)2943350

Property Details for 3 Palos, Unit 51

Architectural Style
Traditional
View
Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
Parking Spaces Total
2
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
Central Air
Total Units
1.0
Building Type
Attached
Living Area
1468
LISTING UPDATED: 01/07/2026 10:22 PM

Property Details for 3 Palos, Unit 51

StatusActive
MLS #OC26000365
Days on Market16
Taxes-
HOA Fees$621 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeResidential / Condominium
Year Built1975
CountyOrange County

Location

Listing Courtesy of First Team Real Estate, Xuhong Mai, DRE #02090430
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Building Information for 3 Palos, Unit 51

Building/ComplexRancho San JoaquinFloor-Stories1Residences-Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built1975

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$6,763 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,551

Property Taxes

$591

HOA Dues

$621

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Property Information for 3 Palos, Unit 51

Rental Info
Rental Info
  • Pets Allowed: Call For Rules
Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • 433a Certified: No
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 8488
  • Tax Census Tract: 626.11
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $117
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Model: B
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Association Amenities: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Barbecue, Biking Trails, Hiking Trails, Meeting Room, Insurance, Trash, Sewer, Water, Management, Maintenance Front Yard
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: Special Assessments
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban
  • Community: RSJ Townhomes (JH)
  • Number Of Units In Community: 309
  • Complex Name: Rancho San Joaquin
  • Association Name: Rancho San Joaquin
  • Association Phone: 9494486000
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Purifier
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Double Oven, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Water Purifier
  • Interior Features: Balcony, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Copper Plumbing Full, Granite Counters, Living Room Balcony, Open Floorplan, Partially Furnished, Storage, Track Lighting, Unfurnished
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Entry, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Two Primaries
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower in Tub, Double Sinks in Primary Bath, Granite Counters, Main Floor Full Bath, Privacy toilet door, Walk-in shower
  • Bedroom Features: All Bedrooms Down, Main Floor Bedroom
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters
  • Eating Area: Dining Ell
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Closet, In Kitchen, Washer Included
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Fireplace: FP in Living Room
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heat Equipment: Forced Air Unit
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile
  • Floor Coverings: Carpet, Tile
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://player.vimeo.com/video/1011646743
Exterior Features
  • Door Features: Mirror Closet Door(s), Panel Doors, Sliding Doors
  • Window Features: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Garden Window(s), Roller Shields, Shutters
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Exterior Construction: Stucco
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
  • Roof: Spanish Tile
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Structures: Suburban
  • Structure Type: House
  • Other Structures: Suburban
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Miscellaneous: Suburban
  • View Description: Trees/Woods
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Pool Features: Association, Heated, In Ground
  • Pool Description: Association Pool, Heated, In Ground
  • Pool: Below Ground, Association, Heated
  • Pool Heat: Below Ground, Association, Heated
  • Spa Features: Association, Heated, In Ground
  • Spa Heat: Community/Common, Private Below Ground, Heated
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: Yes
  • Lot Features: Level, Park Nearby, Treed Lot
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Number Of Units: 309
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Levels: One
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Electric: Electricity - On Property, Standard
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Number Remotes: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Built-In Storage, Garage - 1 Car, Side By Side
  • Parking Non-Garage: Garage - Single Door
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Garage: Garage - Single Door
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Built-In Storage, Driveway Level, Garage - Single Door, Side by Side
Property / Structure Info
  • Builder Model: San Mateo
  • Builders Model Name: San Mateo
  • Builders Tract Name: RSJ Townhomes
  • Builders Tract Code: RSJ Townhomes (JH)
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Residential Styles: All Other Attached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Unit Above, End Unit, 1 common wall

Property History for 3 Palos, Unit 51

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #OC26000365

$1,139,000—
Jan 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #OC26000365

$1,139,000—
Jan 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #OC26000365MR

$1,139,000—
Nov 28, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #OC24194545

$1,139,000—
Nov 28, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #OC24194545MR

—
Nov 28, 2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

SDMLS #OC24194545

$1,139,000—
Oct 9, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,139,000—
Apr 24, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,149,000—
Apr 23, 2025

Price Change

SDMLS #OC24194545

$1,149,000—
Nov 26, 2024

Price Change

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,190,000—
Nov 26, 2024

Price Change

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,230,000—
Nov 23, 2024

Price Change

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,190,000—
Nov 23, 2024

Listed (Active)

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,230,000—
Nov 7, 2024

Hold

CRMLS #OC24194545

—
Oct 25, 2024

Price Change

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,190,000—
Oct 25, 2024

Price Change

CRMLS #OC24194545

$1,190,000—
Sep 19, 2024

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #OC24194545

$1,230,000—
Aug 30, 2024

Hold

CLAW #OC24194545MR

—
Aug 30, 2024

Listed (Active)

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,230,000—
Aug 30, 2024

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #OC24194545

$1,230,000—
Mar 11, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #491619572

$560,000

+2.3% / yr

Apr 25, 2013

Sold

CLAW #OC13045402MR

$536,000—
Apr 25, 2013

Sold

CRMLS #OC13045402

$536,000—
Mar 29, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #351608668

$536,000

+2.2% / yr

Mar 26, 2013

Pending

CRMLS #OC13045402

—
Mar 26, 2013

Pending

CLAW #OC13045402MR

—
Mar 15, 2013

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #OC13045402

$519,000—
Mar 15, 2013

Listed (Active)

CLAW #OC13045402MR

$519,000—
Aug 12, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #145070575

$445,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/01/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #OC26000365

$1,139,000
01/01/2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #OC26000365

$1,139,000
01/01/2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #OC26000365MR

$1,139,000
11/28/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CRMLS #OC24194545

$1,139,000
11/28/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

CLAW #OC24194545MR

—
11/28/2025

Withdrawn / Cancelled

SDMLS #OC24194545

$1,139,000
10/09/2025

Price Change

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,139,000
04/24/2025

Price Change

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,149,000
04/23/2025

Price Change

SDMLS #OC24194545

$1,149,000
11/26/2024

Price Change

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,190,000
11/26/2024

Price Change

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,230,000
11/23/2024

Price Change

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,190,000
11/23/2024

Listed (Active)

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,230,000
11/07/2024

Hold

CRMLS #OC24194545

—
10/25/2024

Price Change

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,190,000
10/25/2024

Price Change

CRMLS #OC24194545

$1,190,000
09/19/2024

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #OC24194545

$1,230,000
08/30/2024

Hold

CLAW #OC24194545MR

—
08/30/2024

Listed (Active)

CLAW #OC24194545MR

$1,230,000
08/30/2024

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #OC24194545

$1,230,000
03/11/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #491619572

$560,000

+2.3% / yr

04/25/2013

Sold

CLAW #OC13045402MR

$536,000
04/25/2013

Sold

CRMLS #OC13045402

$536,000
03/29/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #351608668

$536,000

+2.2% / yr

03/26/2013

Pending

CRMLS #OC13045402

—
03/26/2013

Pending

CLAW #OC13045402MR

—
03/15/2013

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #OC13045402

$519,000
03/15/2013

Listed (Active)

CLAW #OC13045402MR

$519,000
08/12/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #145070575

$445,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3 Palos, Unit 51

Taxable ValueLand$505,445Additions$167,586Total$673,031
Tax Record2025$7,090 ($591 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,386 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,386 SqFtStories1StyleCondominiumYear Built1975CountyORANGEAPN934-300-02

Schools near 3 Palos, Unit 51

This home is within Irvine Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
University Park Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Rancho San Joaquin Middle School
Public7 to 8

University High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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3 Palos, Unit 51 is a condo for sale in Irvine, CA 92612. This property was listed for sale on January 1, 2026 by First Team Real Estate, it's currently listed at $1,139,000. It has been on the market for a total of 16 days and was last sold on March 11, 2015. This listing's school district is Irvine Unified School District. Nearby schools include University Park Elementary School, Rancho San Joaquin Middle School and University High School. 3 Palos, Unit 51 is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,468 sqft condo built in 1975.

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