2253 Martin 420
Irvine, CA 92612
Listing broker / agent: Key Home Group · Mila Evans · 949-929-3952 · CRMLS
MLS # OC26217412 · Last checked Oct 20, 2026 06:28 UTC
About this property
RARE TOP-FLOOR PENTHOUSE at The Metropolitan! This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers exceptional privacy, dramatic architecture, and an abundance of natural light. Located on the top floor with no one above, the home features soaring ceilings, expansive windows, and new laminate flooring throughout the main living areas. The spacious living room is anchored by a beautifully custom-remodeled fireplace and opens through multiple doors to a private covered balcony is open air, creating an inviting indoor-outdoor setting. A separate formal dining room adds valuable flexibility and can also serve as a home office, den, or additional entertaining space. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and opens conveniently to the living and dining areas. The primary suite is highlighted by a stunning, recently remodeled spa-inspired bathroom featuring a luxurious soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, floor-to-ceiling designer tile, dual-sink vanity with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, contemporary mirrors, upgraded lighting, and elegant brushed-gold fixtures.The secondary bathroom has also been beautifully updated with all-new fixtures, timeless travertine finishes, a spacious shower, and custom seamless glass enclosure, offering a sophisticated and cohesive design.Additional highlights include two spacious bedrooms, excellent separation between sleeping areas, in-unit laundry, private balcony, two assigned parking spaces, and impressive natural light throughout. The Metropolitan is a desirable guard-gated Irvine community offering resort-style amenities including pool, spa, fitness center, clubhouse, and beautifully maintained grounds. Ideally located near John Wayne Airport, UCI, Newport Beach, South Coast Plaza, Fashion Island, shopping, dining, entertainment, and major freeways, this distinctive penthouse combines comfort, style, privacy, and convenience in one of Irvine’s most desirable central locations. Rarely available top-floor residences like this one are difficult to duplicate—don’t miss this exceptional opportunity at The Metropolitan.
Property details
- MLS number
- OC26217412
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Condominium
- Beds / baths
- 2 Beds • 2 Baths
- Living area
- 1,260 Sq Ft
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1993
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 6
Building
- Year built
- 1993
- Year built source
- Public Records
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 4
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Living area source
- Estimated
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 2
- Main-level bathrooms
- 2
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Den, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
- Appliances
- Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Balcony, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Elevator, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Track Lighting, All Bedrooms Up, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Closet, In Kitchen
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Assigned, Direct Access, Garage, Guarded, On Site
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- Community, Association
- Spa
- Association, Community
- Property outlook
- Trees Woods
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Community features
- Street Lights, Pool
- Association amenities
- Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gas, Maintenance Grounds, Hot Water, Insurance, Management, Pool, Pet Restrictions, Guard, Spa Hot Tub, Security, Trash, Utilities, Water
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $696.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
- Pets
- Size Limit
Schools reported in the listing
- High school district
- Santa Ana Unified
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Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| ACCESS County Community (school website, opens in a new tab) Orange County Department of Education · Costa Mesa | K–12 | 1.3 mi |
| Orange County Special Education (school website, opens in a new tab) Orange County Department of Education · Costa Mesa | K–12 | 1.3 mi |
| Westpark Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Irvine Unified · Irvine | K–6 | 1.8 mi |
| Taft Elementary Santa Ana Unified · Santa Ana | K–6 | 1.9 mi |
| Culverdale Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Irvine Unified · Irvine | K–6 | 2.1 mi |
| Sonora Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Newport-Mesa Unified · Costa Mesa | Not reported | 2.2 mi |
| Back Bay High (school website, opens in a new tab) Newport-Mesa Unified · Costa Mesa | 9–12 | 2.3 mi |
| Monte Vista Independent Study (school website, opens in a new tab) Newport-Mesa Unified · Costa Mesa | 7–12 | 2.3 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $949,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $949,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 15:17 | $949,000 |
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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