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I was nearly accurate for Plan 2 & 3, and didn't speculate on Plan 3X. 

Shocked!  All the Plan 3s reserved or sold out within a couple of days, and the pricing on the Model 3X is ridiculous.  That yard has a 10ft setback!  I'm fairly happy with my Plan 3 as I bought in the earlier phases.  I wonder when we'll start to see For Sale signs from Strada residents?  Lot...

Two more rentals on the same side of Copper Mine: http://m.homes.com/property/84-copper-mine-irvine-ca-92602/id-245167475/  Expect front landscaping on that side of Copper Mine to deteriorate with more absentee landlords.  The HOA needs to be more proactive with some of these homeowners -...

For Backyard 1a/b, I think you're looking at around 15K.  That'll be all irrigation/piping, pavers and soft-scaping.  It's a very basic set-up with minimal planting so I don't anticipate it'd be more than that.  Backyard 2 is a more sophisticated design from what I can see, with more established...

Good sense of community in Orchard Hills.  Kids play together in the street or at neighbor's houses, people chat when out walking, I arrange to meet neighbors at the pool and socialize with some outside of the neighborhood too.

Ms. Zheng is very accomplished indeed.  Is there no end to her talents?

It doesn't say anywhere in the listing if you can negotiate the fake grass rug in with the sale of the house.  I've checked it 3 times already. 

There's no point having a conservatory when the setback is tiny, coupled with the Great Wall of China.  Side yard looks to be wider so I guess that's one redeeming feature.  They've also added built-ins in the laundry but the "upgraded porcelain tile" is none other than the standard tile put...

Plan 3X in Strada for rent.  A few basic upgrades, small yard with landscaping and window coverings to be done.  $4800. http://m.homes.com/property/81-bountiful-irvine-ca-92602/id-249744735/

I hope the HOA is doing something about those homeowners who aren't watering or gardening  the front of their homes.  Some streets are particularly bad with weeds spilling onto the pavement.  It's more economical to maintain the frontscape than to have to replace all the plants later on.

Yes, I like the neighborhood.  The cul-de-sac design sets it apart from other communities and makes it feel less cluttered - they're appealing aesthetically as well as being better from a road safety point of view for those with small kids.  Once the neighborhood is built out, you'll be able to...

What it means is lots more weeds outside the front of houses.

My personal preference is something modern, with clean lines.  I like the aluminum ones with the canopy - but not the canopy as pictured in the Piedmont model.  Prefer something more like the one attached.  We may look at putting one in, but I know the process through the HOA is lengthy. ...

Your "truth" is a little bent, a bit like your tower, Pisa.  ;D

I see the wagons are circling.  I'm off to the saloon.  ;)

I'm sorry you're not feeling the Capella love, but I admire your optimism in the face of, well ...

Congratulations, welcome to the neighborhood.  Conservatory is an excellent upgrade - maximizing sqf and allowing more light into your living space than a California Room upgrade.  I spent a lot on the electrical, insulation, upgraded kitchen and bathroom countertops, and flooring downstairs. ...

Can they not even give these homes away?

Yes, having had a proper look now, I see the differences and the upgrades in the second property - backsplash, countertop, glass in upper cabinets in kitchen, and tile throughout.  Depends on the needs of the tenant of course, but I'd go for the one with the larger backyard.  Either way though...