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Irvine apartments fit for the rich and famous

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Published on April 17, 2020
Irvine apartments fit for the rich and famous17321 Murphy Ave. | Photo: Apartment Guide

Every now and then it can be fun to look at your area's luxury real estate listings to see what life could be like if money were no object. What exactly does the high-end of Irvine's rental market currently look like, and just how choice are the features one might find at these elevated price points?

We scoured local listings in Irvine via rental websites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find the city's most glamorous listings.

Here are the city's select listings, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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1000 Elements Way (Business District)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Up first, salivate over this apartment over at 1000 Elements Way in the Business District. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, and it's 1,657 square feet. Whereas the average price for a three-bedroom rental in Irvine is roughly $3,200/month, this spot is currently priced at $4,900/month. What makes it so high-priced?

In the apartment, expect to see air conditioning, a dishwasher, a walk-in closet and a balcony. The building offers a swimming pool and secured entry. Both cats and dogs are allowed in this luxurious house.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is somewhat walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

17321 Murphy Ave. (Business District)

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Next, there's this apartment over at 17321 Murphy Ave. in the Business District. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, and it's 1,276 square feet. Whereas the average price for a two-bedroom rental in Irvine is approximately $2,595/month, this pad is currently priced at $3,665/month.

The building offers secured entry, garage parking, additional storage space, a swimming pool and an elevator. The apartment has central heating, quartz countertops and hardwood flooring. Pets are not welcome in this high-end home.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is moderately walkable, is very bikeable and has some transit options.

(If you want to daydream, see the complete listing here.)

3395 Michelson Drive (Business District)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Then, there's this apartment situated at 3395 Michelson Drive in the Business District. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, and it's 1,681 square feet. This rental is currently going for $3,625/month. What makes it so costly?

In the apartment, you can expect a walk-in closet, in-unit laundry, a fireplace, hardwood flooring and a dishwasher. The building boasts secured entry and garage parking. Both cats and dogs are allowed in this luxurious abode.

According to Walk Score, this location is car-dependent, is convenient for biking and has some transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

2700 Main St. (Business District)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Last but not least, take a look at this apartment over at 2700 Main St. in the Business District. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms, and it's 1,135 square feet. This place is currently going for $3,623/month.

The building has a swimming pool. In the apartment, expect to see a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting, a balcony, air conditioning and a dishwasher. Both cats and dogs are allowed in this luxurious home.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is somewhat walkable, is fairly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(If you want to daydream, see the complete listing here.)


This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, if you’re an agent or a broker, read on for real estate marketing ideas to promote your local listing.

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