| Primary address | 16521 Scientific Way, Irvine |
| Zip code | 92618 |
| County | Orange |
| Neighborhood | Irvine Health and Science Complex |
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| Sale date | 12/04/2025 |
| Sale price | $2,227,500 |
| Arm's length | Register |
| Property tax | $14,460 |
| Building class | Commercial (3) |
| Acreage | 0.057
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| Zoning district | Register |
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Assessed at $1,422,647, the tax amount paid for 16521 Scientific Way, Irvine, CA 92618 is $14,460.
When was 16521 Scientific Way, Irvine, CA 92618 last sold and what was the last sale price?16521 Scientific Way, Irvine, CA 92618 was last sold in 12/04/2025 for $2,227,500.
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| Listing type | For Lease |
|---|---|
| Last updated | 01/28/2026 |
| Lot size | 14.72 Acre |
| Suite name | Space type | Lease rate | Available space | Brokers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16441 Scientific Way #200 | General Office | $24-$29.40/Sqft/Year | 2,681 | Richard B. Essen |
| 16441 Scientific Way #100 | General Office | $24-$29.40/Sqft/Year | 2,169 | Richard B. Essen |
| Listing type | For Sale |
|---|---|
| Listing date | 05/12/2026 |
| Last updated | 05/12/2026 |
| Lot size | 0.1139 Acre |
Located in the heart of the Irvine Business Complex — one of Southern California’s most prestigious commercial corridors. Home to Fortune 500 companies, leading tech firms, financial institutions, and professional service organizations. With instant freeway access, proximity to John Wayne Airport, world-class retail at Irvine Spectrum Center, and a deep talent pool anchored by UC Irvine, 16441 Scientific Way delivers a truly unparalleled business address.
| Listing type | For Sale |
|---|---|
| Listing date | 10/18/2025 |
| Last updated | 06/07/2026 |
| Lot size | 0.09 Acre |
| Listing type | For Sale |
|---|---|
| Listing date | 05/12/2026 |
| Last updated | 05/12/2026 |
| Lot size | 4960 Acre |
Freeway access: Direct on/off I-5 and I-405 Proximity: I-5 (<1 min), I-405 via Lake Forest Dr, John Wayne Airport (10 min), Irvine Spectrum Center (walking), Los Olivos Marketplace (minutes), UCI (8 min), South Coast Plaza (15 min), Metrolink Irvine (5 min)
Create a free account to view the complete sales history for 16521 Scientific Way, Irvine, including title documents, transfer conditions, mortgages and liens.
| Sale date | Sale price | Buyer name | Seller name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/04/2025 | $2,227,500 | Register | Register |
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Access detailed property tax data for 16521 Scientific Way, Irvine, CA 92618. Tax information included: property tax, market value and assessed value, exemptions, abatements, and assessment history.
| Tax year: | 2025-2026 |
| Property tax | $14,460 |
| Market value | $1,422,647 |
Abatements, financial assistance programs and non-ad valorem taxes levied as special taxes/direct assessments are applicable for this property.
| Description | Special assessment | Phone number |
|---|---|---|
| 1915 ad bond vl | Register | (866) 807-6864 |
| Irvine usd-asmt | Register | (866) 807-6864 |
| LNDSCP & LTG #1 | Register | (866) 807-6864 |
| Mosq,fire ant assmt | Register | (800) 273-5167 |
| MWD water stdby CHG | Register | (866) 807-6864 |
Here's the assessment & property tax history for 16521 Scientific Way, Irvine, including the evolution of the total tax rate and corresponding property tax.
| Year | Assessment value | Total tax rate | Property tax | Year over year change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | $1,422,647 | 1.035 | $14,460 | +2.00% |
| 2024-2025 | $1,394,752 | 1.035 | $14,177 | +2.35% |
| 2023-2024 | $1,367,404 | 1.0315 | $13,851 | +2.00% |
| 2022-2023 | $1,340,593 | 1.0315 | $13,579 | +1.06% |
| 2021-2022 | $1,314,307 | 1.0595 | $13,437 | +1.98% |
The complete history of permits filed for 16521 Scientific Way, Irvine, including new construction or demolition permits, plus any work pertaining to plumbing, heating and sprinkler systems is available with a free account. Available data goes back to 1990.
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| Total population | 66,126 |
| Median age | 34.3 |
| Average household income | $185,991 |
| Family households | 62.8% |
| Occupied housing units | 25,417 |
| Owner occupied units | 40.5% |
| People per household (average) | 2.59 |
| Median year structure built | 2013 |
| Median value for units with a mortgage | $1,290,000 |
| Median value for units without a mortgage | $1,244,400 |
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| FEMA flood zone(s) | X (See more on map) |
| Fire hazard zone | See more on map |
| Faults and tsunami inundation zone map | Register |
| Landslides and liquefaction map | Register |
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Here are the neighbors for 16521 Scientific Way, Irvine.
| Address | Square feet | Purchase date | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9940 Irvine Center Dr, Irvine | 03/30/2009 | ||
| 16431 Scientific Way, Irvine | |||
| 810 Roosevelt, Irvine | 12/13/2016 | $2,391,500 | |
| 43 Mistral Ln, Irvine | 2,222 | ||
| 19 Wharton CT, Irvine | 2,763 | ||
| 29 Wharton CT, Irvine | 2,930 | ||
| 1140 Roosevelt, Irvine | 6,000 | 09/11/2020 | |
| 15 Wharton CT, Irvine | 3,219 | ||
| 9790 Irvine Center Dr #100, Irvine | 03/11/2009 | ||
| 7 Wharton CT, Irvine | 3,219 | 06/05/2020 | $998,000 |
| 36 Wharton CT, Irvine | 2,930 | ||
| 9890 Irvine Center Dr, Irvine | 12/19/2024 | $2,650,000 | |
| 16461 Scientific Way, Irvine | |||
| 890 Roosevelt, Irvine | 5,786 | ||
| 33 Wharton CT, Irvine | 3,219 | ||
| 16451 Scientific Way, Irvine | 9,694 | 07/24/2025 | $3,500,000 |
| 37 Wharton CT, Irvine | 3,219 | 09/15/2023 | $1,138,000 |
| 32 Wharton CT, Irvine | 3,219 | 08/30/2022 | $1,087,000 |
| 6 Wharton CT, Irvine | 2,488 | 12/26/2014 | |
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