anteaterMD
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So any opinion different from your own becomes invalidated and therefore is no longer “real”… Got it. Thanks.
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So any opinion different from your own becomes invalidated and therefore is no longer “real”… Got it. Thanks.
You might want to check out:
And for your information, callmehere called me a troll because he didn't like my sole observation about The Meadows, which is that it's lower than the surrounding. And then you came in here posting a bunch of shit about me being emotional standpoint instead of being objective, like you didn't even read my post, claiming EXCESSIVE POSTS berating The Meadows, even though I only made ONE observation.
So again, I wonder, are you a troll?
I prefer to go further down Lake Forest to the other...Ralphs. Really, the fact that Costco is so convenient just off Alton is what saves us. I think a small Whole Foods or even an Amazon Fresh store might be nice in FR.
The story of Irvine’s development is intriguing; it’s one of the few cities that have its own well-to-do real estate company. That comes with its upsides as well as its downsides. Much of the city reflects their ethos and design language already. I’d imagine it’ll be more of the same for their future developments.
Five Point is its own publicly listed company (a poor performing stock at that heh). Not owned by Lennar. Though they are heavily related as Five Point basically spin-off from Lennar and I'm sure Lennar still owns a large stake in the company. Five Point's current CEO was a previous C-suite at Lennar.
Anyways as someone who has/had property in GPN, Five Point has been talking about building commercial spaces for almost a decade now but still nada. Pretty lame imo.
We're moving in to Meadows later this week (Sagewood). Pretty funny that two other phase 1 ppl are already flipping but that's how it works I guess. I always thought it was strange that these specific units had master retreat options while other lots in phase 1 didnt have these. With the current market climate I'd be surprised if they can find buyers for these units.
Yep. Looking at pictures for 131 Evergreen they did a lot via developer route. Waterfall countertop which Toll was asking 10-20K for, master retreat added another 50-70k as well (but you do get more square footage). Bathroom upgrades alone probably cost them another 30-50k in overpriced design studio cost. I'm pretty sure they opt for the nicer cabinet options too along with nicer backsplashes + countertop.
Conversely, 111 Evergreen is hilariously with very little upgrades. The standard cabinets are terrible but at least they went with bigger tiles downstairs? And frameless shower doors I guess.
Per your link: "The project site is located on an approximately 2.6-acre lot in the Nakase Planned Community located on the southeast corner of the intersection of Rancho Parkway and Bake Parkway."
You can view the exact location of the senior affordable housing, along with the rest of the (tentative) tract map, here: https://www.lakeforestca.gov/sites/default/files/lake-forest/departments/Approved VTTM 18142.pdf
I see a lot of 8s in the new prices. haha
So any opinion different from your own becomes invalidated and therefore is no longer “real”… Got it. Thanks.
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CalBears96
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Are you a troll or are you not aware of what moretroll and Liar are all about? Just ask anyone on this forum on how valid their "opinions" are. Both are using misinformation and disinformation for their "opinions".
And for your information, callmehere called me a troll because he didn't like my sole observation about The Meadows, which is that it's lower than the surrounding. And then you came in here posting a bunch of shit about me being emotional standpoint instead of being objective, like you didn't even read my post, claiming EXCESSIVE POSTS berating The Meadows, even though I only made ONE observation.
So again, I wonder, are you a troll?
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irviniteeee
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Just a heads up, TIC isn't involved in the development of The Great Park Neighborhoods. I still think a TJ's needs to be put down closer to BR though.Without a doubt, the new developments in Great Park & Baker Ranch / LF will attract small and big businesses alike. The Irvine Company seems vested in building out this region; it's just a matter of time. Trader Joe's would be wise to open a location here(it'll probably happen in the next 5 years or so).
Reference: https://www.cityofirvine.org/great-park/planning-future-development#:~:text=Great Park spans approximately 1,300,metropolitan parks around the world
CalBears96
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That would be FivePoint, which is owned by Lennar.
ThirtySomethingWEquity
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The Ralph's in Foothill Ranch is pretty bad. I guess it's fine for getting some veggies and lunchmeat but their meat selection is awful, no good cheese, often sold out of random things etc.
I prefer to go further down Lake Forest to the other...Ralphs. Really, the fact that Costco is so convenient just off Alton is what saves us. I think a small Whole Foods or even an Amazon Fresh store might be nice in FR.
anteaterMD
Member
Thank you for the clarification.
The story of Irvine’s development is intriguing; it’s one of the few cities that have its own well-to-do real estate company. That comes with its upsides as well as its downsides. Much of the city reflects their ethos and design language already. I’d imagine it’ll be more of the same for their future developments.
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Five Point is its own publicly listed company (a poor performing stock at that heh). Not owned by Lennar. Though they are heavily related as Five Point basically spin-off from Lennar and I'm sure Lennar still owns a large stake in the company. Five Point's current CEO was a previous C-suite at Lennar.
Anyways as someone who has/had property in GPN, Five Point has been talking about building commercial spaces for almost a decade now but still nada. Pretty lame imo.
We're moving in to Meadows later this week (Sagewood). Pretty funny that two other phase 1 ppl are already flipping but that's how it works I guess. I always thought it was strange that these specific units had master retreat options while other lots in phase 1 didnt have these. With the current market climate I'd be surprised if they can find buyers for these units.
Yep. Looking at pictures for 131 Evergreen they did a lot via developer route. Waterfall countertop which Toll was asking 10-20K for, master retreat added another 50-70k as well (but you do get more square footage). Bathroom upgrades alone probably cost them another 30-50k in overpriced design studio cost. I'm pretty sure they opt for the nicer cabinet options too along with nicer backsplashes + countertop.
Conversely, 111 Evergreen is hilariously with very little upgrades. The standard cabinets are terrible but at least they went with bigger tiles downstairs? And frameless shower doors I guess.
kbinteriordesign
Member
The city of Lake Forest recently approved plans for an affordable senior housing unit called The Meadows Senior Affordable Apartments in this development. It is located in the corner where a school was originally planned to be a built. As of now, there are no plans to build any new schools in LF. For more information on this affordable housing development you can go to the city website http://www.lakeforestca.gov/en/departments/community-development/housing/affordable-housing
someguy
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My understanding is the same, except that the senior affordably housing is not where the school site is.
Per your link: "The project site is located on an approximately 2.6-acre lot in the Nakase Planned Community located on the southeast corner of the intersection of Rancho Parkway and Bake Parkway."
You can view the exact location of the senior affordable housing, along with the rest of the (tentative) tract map, here: https://www.lakeforestca.gov/sites/default/files/lake-forest/departments/Approved VTTM 18142.pdf
kbinteriordesign
Member
Ahh thank you for the correction.
CalBears96
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So The Meadows are starting to drop their prices now:
Willows home site 45 drops from $1,657,944 to $1,562,888 -> $95k drop
Redwoods home site 61 drops from $1,780,267 to $1,688,000 -> $92k drop
Willows home site 45 drops from $1,657,944 to $1,562,888 -> $95k drop
Redwoods home site 61 drops from $1,780,267 to $1,688,000 -> $92k drop
usctrojancpa
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I see a lot of 8s in the new prices. haha
anteaterMD
Member
Sneaky Toll Brothers; subtle pricing for a “lucky” number.
someguy
Well-known member
It would be a convenient location for the many families in Baker Ranch, Serrano Summit, and The Meadows. Last I heard SVUSD was still evaluating enrollment numbers to determine whether or not to proceed with the new school. Does anyone have an update from a reliable source?
Not only convenient but a walking distance K-8 school for Baker Ranch and The Meadows would be huge for home values.
irvinehomeowner
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Takes more planning to build a school over a Trader Joe’s.
But may be a higher need to a school.
But may be a higher need to a school.
Kangen.Irvine
Active member
Too much of the district’s current school infrastructure is tied up in other aging areas like Laguna Hills and Mission Viejo. It would require one school to close in exchange for a new school to open, which would upset areas that currently have a school. At this time, the district is more concerned about increasing its $88,000,0000 reserve than improving learning options to include local schools and smaller class sizes.
+1 for Trader Joe’s
+1 for Trader Joe’s