orange_curtain said:These are good points. Yes, I agree that it is new, gated and assigned to University. First, just because a school is now assigned to Uni doesn't mean that long term it will stay in Uni. If Uni starts getting to capacity most likely Hidden Canyon will be cut out of Uni's boundaries again. Probably likely when Irvine adds another high school. Most likely after the area below Hidden Canyon gets built out. Hidden Canyon is also isolated way out in the corner. Most likely the reason why the Irvine Company gave it up in the first place. You can call it Coastal but don't forget it also borders Laguna Hills. Does Laguna Hills get a "Coastal" Premium too. Qual Hill is more central and has its own shopping center and Turtle Ridge is definitely more coastal because it borders Newport and both areas sit in the 92603 area which is the premium zip code. The term some view homes is also a good statement. Yes I would consider a view home in the area. Im sure they will be very nice but to pay almost 3.5 million for a view home south/southeast facing seems a little ridiculous to me. If you do the math..5000 square feet at 3.5 million is $700 square/ft to break even... This excludes money put in for mello roos, gate fees, real estate closing cost and commission. Yes, a new gated home with a view seems appealing to me but I can't help but feel that this home is not a good investment. It might be a nice home but I wouldn't bank on it being a good investment.
Good point. It comes down to ROI.