First time on the market since the 1970s, this cherished Anaheim Hills home sits on an extraordinary 14,250 sq. ft. garden property that has been featured multiple times on the renowned Mary Lou Heard Memorial Garden Tour. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac in the lush Anaheim Hills community known for its mature, towering pine trees, this 2,922 sq. ft. residence offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a 3-car garage and a large upstairs bonus room that many homeowners convert into two additional bedrooms, creating a potential 5-bedroom home. The inviting floor plan includes a formal living room, formal dining room, and a comfortable family room with a classic brick fireplace. The remodeled kitchen with center island opens nicely to the family room, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The downstairs level features beautiful gray porcelain tile flooring designed to resemble wide wood planks, along with a bathroom with shower and an indoor laundry room. Additional upgrades include a tankless water heater. Upstairs, all bedrooms are privately situated, including the spacious primary suite with dual sinks, a soaking tub and serene views overlooking the spectacular backyard gardens. The upstairs bathroom has been recently remodeled, and the oversized bonus room provides tremendous flexibility for additional bedrooms, a media room, or game room. The backyard is truly a private garden retreat. The stunning grounds—featured several times on the Mary Lou Heard Memorial Garden Tour—showcase mature specialty trees, fruit trees, vibrant flowering gardens, a tranquil koi pond, and a peaceful fountain. Designed for outdoor enjoyment, the yard also includes brick and concrete hardscaping, a patio cover, pool and spa and there are multiple raised wood planter beds specifically made for vegetable and herb gardens. Located near the Anaheim Hills reservoir with nearby hiking and biking trails, this exceptional property offers natural beauty, privacy, and space—all with no HOA. Homes with this much history, garden beauty, and pride of ownership rarely become available in Anaheim Hills.
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
0.33 acresLot Size
$568Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Peggy McCullough•DRE #01296354• First Team Real Estate
Contact: 714-925-3154
Bought with Pari Kazerooni•DRE #01039632• Prime Pacific Homes, Inc.
Est. $5,425 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 980 S Rutgers Cir
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #PW26047107
Jun 25, 2026
Sold
$1,660,000
$568/sq ft
Jun 8, 2026
Pending
—
May 5, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 6, 2026
Relisted
—
Mar 12, 2026
Listed
$1,695,000
$580/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 13, 1979
Sold
$60,000
$21/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,670 (+2.4%)
$84,002 + $231,348
$315,350
2024
$3,585 (+2.4%)
$84,002 + $231,348
$315,350
2023
$3,502 (+2.1%)
$82,355 + $226,812
$309,167
2022
$3,431 (+2.8%)
$80,740 + $222,365
$303,105
2021
$3,337 (+1.0%)
$79,157 + $218,005
$297,162
2020
$3,305 (+1.2%)
$77,605 + $213,731
$291,336
2019
$3,265 (+1.6%)
$76,809 + $211,540
$288,349
2018
$3,214 (+4.2%)
$75,303 + $207,393
$282,696
2017
$3,084 (+2.0%)
$72,378 + $199,341
$271,719
2016
$3,024 (+1.4%)
$72,378 + $199,341
$271,719
2015
$2,983 (+2.2%)
$70,959 + $195,433
$266,392
2014
$2,919 (+0.3%)
$68,524 + $188,728
$257,252
2013
$2,911 (+2.4%)
$68,524 + $188,728
$257,252
2012
$2,843 (+2.9%)
$68,214 + $187,876
$256,090
2011
$2,763 (+1.6%)
$66,876 + $184,193
$251,069
2010
$2,721 (+0.9%)
$65,565 + $180,582
$246,147
2009
$2,696 (+3.1%)
$65,075 + $179,233
$244,308
2008
$2,615
$65,230 + $179,659
$244,889
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
14,250
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
2,922
Year built
1975
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
36512213
Parking Spaces
3
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Pool
Last updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026.
RS-2
SC
Single-Family Residential Zone
The intent of the RS-2 Single-Family Residential Zone is to provide an attractive, safe, and healthy environment with single-family dwelling units on a minimum lot size of 7,200 sq ft. This zone implements the Low Density Residential land use designation in the General Plan.
Zone overlays
Scenic Corridor Overlay Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Office-Other
Oct 15, 2021 • Final
Building
Perform plumbing work to replace a dishwasher.
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Direct Garage Access, Garage - Three Door, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 3
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Inside, Individual Room, Washer Hookup, Washer Included, Dryer Included
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Water Line to Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Formal Dining Room, In Family Room
Kitchen Open to Family Room, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Pantry
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (3/4): 2
Upgraded, Shower in Tub, Bathtub, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Granite Counters
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Walk-In Closet, Primary Bedroom, Entry, Separate Family Room, Walk-In Pantry, Bonus Room, All Bedrooms Up, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom
Fireplace Information
Gas Starter, Family Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Tile, Carpet
Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Sliding Glass Door(s), Double Door Entry, Mirrored Closet Doors
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Wet Bar, Bar, Quartz Counters, Ceiling Fan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings
Pool Features: Diving Board, In Ground, Private, Heated
Has Pool
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front, Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Sprinklers Timer, Garden, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Front Yard, Sprinkler System, Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Lawn, Yard
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Accessibility Features: None
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 36512213
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Total # of Stories: 2
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property ADU: No
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units In Community: 1
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Curbs, Hiking, Mountainous, Street Lighting, Sidewalks
School Information
Elementary School: Anaheim Hills
Middle Or Junior School: El Rancho Charter
High School: Canyon
High School District: Orange Unified
Elementary School 2: ANAHIL
Middle Or Junior School 2: ELRACH
High School 2: CANYON2
Location Information
Latitude: 33.83636000
Longitude: -117.74852000
Other Subdivision Name: Other
Directions: Heading South on Serrano Ave turn right on E. Rutgers Dr. then left into Rutgers Circle.
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets
Road Surface Type: Paved
Subdivision Name: Other (OTHR)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,922
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 3
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Orange County
APN: 36512213
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Pool
Home facts updated by owner on Jul 1, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Sellers personal items
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 714-925-3154
Days Active in MLS: 40
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 40
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Peggy
List Agent Last Name: McCullough
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: First Team Real Estate
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Pari
Buyer Agent Last Name: Kazerooni
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Prime Pacific Homes, Inc.
Around this home
Schools
Anaheim Hills Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
El Rancho Charter School
Charter 7-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
9/10
Canyon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
10/10
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