Irvine Average HOA Fees (2026)
Orange County · Data last updated 2026
Irvine is one of the most comprehensively planned cities in the US — nearly every home belongs to an HOA.
Monthly HOA fee averages
$560/mo
National avg: $291/mo
$290/mo
National avg: $170/mo
$420/mo
National avg: $215/mo
Why HOA fees look the way they do in Irvine
The Irvine Company master-planned communities set a high amenity standard that drives some of the state's highest SFH HOA fees.
- Landscaping
- Pool maintenance
- Trail upkeep
- Common area insurance
- Security
- Pool
- Gym
- Tennis Courts
- Parks
- Trails
Why do HOA fees vary within Irvine?
Even within the same city, fees can range from under $50/month to over $2,000/month depending on several factors:
- Amenity level — communities with golf courses, full-time staff, or resort-style pools carry significantly higher fees than basic landscaping-only HOAs.
- Building age — older buildings typically require higher reserve contributions and more frequent major repairs.
- Reserve fund health — an underfunded HOA may have artificially low fees today but face a large special assessment in the future.
- Property type — condos in high-rise buildings generally carry higher fees than detached SFH communities due to shared building system costs.
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Start 14-Day Free TrialFee data represents estimates based on available market data and public HOA disclosures. Actual fees vary widely by community, amenities, building age, and reserve funding status. This page provides general reference information only — not financial or legal advice. Always request an HOA's current budget and reserve study before purchasing. Last updated: 2026.