thelandofnoland
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Orchard Hills - Strada by Irvine Pacific
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- IUSD
- Competitively priced SFH in Irvine at 2500sqf minimum with a driveway
- Pool in community (re. The Groves, does anyone know if the pool at The Resort is the only pool for Grove residents, aside from those who of course have their own pools?).
- Uniqueness of setting and elevation compared with SG, CV and PP, although this can be a drawback for buyers seeking to be more centrally located.
Btw, does Terrazza have a tot lot or playground? I'm just wondering where all those kids are going to play considering some of those row houses have an internal road encircling them with parking lot - great for vehicles, not so great for kids.
I get the sense OH is attracting more local buyers.
What's wrong with Beckman, Orchard Hills, and Hicks Canyon?
Do you really think sales are up because of the Northwood HS designation?
Or is it the "IUSD" label?
This. Also, I can't get my head around there only being two pools for all the non-Grove neighborhoods. How many residences is that, 1000? Two pools?! Is that standard now in new developments?
On a separate point, front landscaping again. I know I've mrntioned this before, but the front landscaping on the completed Strada streets look more visually appealing than, say, the finished Capella streets which are still mainly dirt. Yes, I understand now that homeowners have a year to complete front landscaping but if I've spent over $1.4M on a house and upgrades, that's 365 days of looking at my neighbors' dirt and weeds every time I drive in and out. Not to mention lack of trees in the communal areas. Vincenza has beautiful floor plans but those finished streets look very unattractive for the same reasons. I think it was at Vincenza (or Saucilito?) that I even saw some boarded up side gates as I believe that builder doesn't provide side gates. Big oversights here.
I was only thinking of Neighborhood 2 when I wrote about non-Grove neighborhoods, but yes I'd expect Neighborhoods 3 & 4 to have their own pools. Based on your figures, OH has lower home to pool ratios than other Orange County developments, but i guess we're spoilt where we are currently with a ratio of 140 homes. Where is the second pool in Neighborhood 1?
I agree! I was visiting my friend who just moved in to Strada and the neighborhood looks great! I love how the bball court and pool are close but not too close where you can hear it in the home.
Congrats on the purchase!
ChasingRainbows
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Current availability for a new traditional single family with a driveway for less than $1.2M and IUSD are Strada, Laurel, and Lafayette as others are mostly sold out or more expensive.
Beacon Park is coming this summer then followed by Eastwood Village?
Does anyone know the plans for OH villages 3 and 4?
Beacon Park is coming this summer then followed by Eastwood Village?
Does anyone know the plans for OH villages 3 and 4?
Paris said:
- IUSD
- Competitively priced SFH in Irvine at 2500sqf minimum with a driveway
- Pool in community (re. The Groves, does anyone know if the pool at The Resort is the only pool for Grove residents, aside from those who of course have their own pools?).
- Uniqueness of setting and elevation compared with SG, CV and PP, although this can be a drawback for buyers seeking to be more centrally located.
Btw, does Terrazza have a tot lot or playground? I'm just wondering where all those kids are going to play considering some of those row houses have an internal road encircling them with parking lot - great for vehicles, not so great for kids.
I get the sense OH is attracting more local buyers.
thelandofnoland
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TRNeighbor.com
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eyephone said:So now people see the power of the IUSD. (Typo)
What's wrong with Beckman, Orchard Hills, and Hicks Canyon?
Do you really think sales are up because of the Northwood HS designation?
Or is it the "IUSD" label?
thelandofnoland said:
This. Also, I can't get my head around there only being two pools for all the non-Grove neighborhoods. How many residences is that, 1000? Two pools?! Is that standard now in new developments?
On a separate point, front landscaping again. I know I've mrntioned this before, but the front landscaping on the completed Strada streets look more visually appealing than, say, the finished Capella streets which are still mainly dirt. Yes, I understand now that homeowners have a year to complete front landscaping but if I've spent over $1.4M on a house and upgrades, that's 365 days of looking at my neighbors' dirt and weeds every time I drive in and out. Not to mention lack of trees in the communal areas. Vincenza has beautiful floor plans but those finished streets look very unattractive for the same reasons. I think it was at Vincenza (or Saucilito?) that I even saw some boarded up side gates as I believe that builder doesn't provide side gates. Big oversights here.
thelandofnoland
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thelandofnoland said:
I was only thinking of Neighborhood 2 when I wrote about non-Grove neighborhoods, but yes I'd expect Neighborhoods 3 & 4 to have their own pools. Based on your figures, OH has lower home to pool ratios than other Orange County developments, but i guess we're spoilt where we are currently with a ratio of 140 homes. Where is the second pool in Neighborhood 1?
timandjess
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The pool in Strada is gated with key fob entry. I'm assuming this key fob access would be limited to Strada residents and not the remaining village 2 residents. So that is around 200 to 1 for Strada pool?
malteselover
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Just signed our contract and we are thrilled! My husband and I are absolutely in love with Strada including their beautiful amenities. We were also looking at other neighboring communities; CV (Laurel), Stonegate (Arcadia & Lafayette) and Tustin Ranch but found that we were always returning to Strada. (Nothing compares to the natural rolling green hills in Orchard Hills). Also, love how the front landscaping is included........ Makes such a difference!
Especially when driving behind the gates at The Groves and seeing $1.4 million dollar+ homes with dirt in front...... Such an eyesore. All in all we are so happy with our choice and can't wait to move in! ;D
Especially when driving behind the gates at The Groves and seeing $1.4 million dollar+ homes with dirt in front...... Such an eyesore. All in all we are so happy with our choice and can't wait to move in! ;D
homer_simpson
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malteselover said:
I agree! I was visiting my friend who just moved in to Strada and the neighborhood looks great! I love how the bball court and pool are close but not too close where you can hear it in the home.
Congrats on the purchase!