Evoking a by-gone era of architecture, the highly coveted Ash Street Cottages provide an escape from typical OC suburbia living, enjoy a classic neighborhood of charming residences complete with a picturesque central lawn and community pool area, all while being only steps from Downtown Brea offering fine dining, boutique stores, movie theaters and grocery stores. Welcome home to 153 Tea Lane. Situated in a prized location away from any road noise, the west facing location enjoys no neighbors behind affording peaceful tree and sunset views. This Model D floorplan is the largest in the community and offers an impressive living and dining room with vaulted ceilings, ample windows allowing in natural light, the dining room has two sets of French doors that lead to the ‘secret garden’ backyard, it’s truly indoor-outdoor living. The stylish farmhouse kitchen has been entirely remodeled in the last 2 years with white shaker style cabinets, subway tile backsplash, SS appliance and beautiful granite counters. A lovely breakfast nook overlooking the yard and trees beyond, plus a convenient breakfast bar complete the kitchen. The cozy family room hosts a fireplace, TV niche. High quality waterproof plank flooring has been installed on the stairs and throughout the entire upper level. Laundry hookups are located upstairs. The private master suite offers vaulted ceilings, a walk in closet and great tree views. The backyard has an old world feel with used redbrick & mature landscaping.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
2,635 sq ftLot Size
$597Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by James Bobbett•DRE #01272441• Reliance Real Estate Services
Listed by Martina Bobbett•DRE #01189723• Reliance Real Estate Services
Bought with Jonathan Liu•DRE #02003850• H & M Realty Group
Evoking a by-gone era of architecture, the highly coveted Ash Street Cottages provide an escape from typical OC suburbia living, enjoy a classic neighborhood of charming residences complete with a picturesque central lawn and community pool area, all while being only steps from Downtown Brea offering fine dining, boutique stores, movie theaters and grocery stores. Welcome home to 153 Tea Lane. Situated in a prized location away from any road noise, the west facing location enjoys no neighbors behind affording peaceful tree and sunset views. This Model D floorplan is the largest in the community and offers an impressive living and dining room with vaulted ceilings, ample windows allowing in natural light, the dining room has two sets of French doors that lead to the ‘secret garden’ backyard, it’s truly indoor-outdoor living. The stylish farmhouse kitchen has been entirely remodeled in the last 2 years with white shaker style cabinets, subway tile backsplash, SS appliance and beautiful granite counters. A lovely breakfast nook overlooking the yard and trees beyond, plus a convenient breakfast bar complete the kitchen. The cozy family room hosts a fireplace, TV niche. High quality waterproof plank flooring has been installed on the stairs and throughout the entire upper level. Laundry hookups are located upstairs. The private master suite offers vaulted ceilings, a walk in closet and great tree views. The backyard has an old world feel with used redbrick & mature landscaping.
CRMLS #PW16197613
Nov 16, 2016
Sold
$682,000
$417/sq ft
Oct 4, 2016
Contingent
—
Sep 8, 2016
Listed
$699,000
$428/sq ft
Stunning Plan D offers beautifully manicured English garden style grounds. This 1,635 Square Foot Ash Street Cottage generously provides three bedroom and 2.5 bathrooms with an attached two car garage. As you walk into the home you are greeted by the friendly living/dining room combo complete with wrap around windows, leaded glass French doors and classic chandelier. Through the French doors there is a charming view of the weathered brick fireplace perfect for entertaining. Enjoy the kitchen complete with nook and hand set ceramic tile counter tops with backsplash. Upstairs you will conveniently find the laundry area with a short walk to the bedrooms. 153 Tea Lane a stones throw away from the Down Town Brea District that includes a variety of shops, restaurants and movie theaters.
CRMLS #P302315
Aug 22, 2002
Sold
$420,000
$257/sq ft
Jul 26, 2002
Listed
$425,000
$260/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,523 (+5.0%)
$603,840 + $170,098
$773,938
2024
$9,073 (+2.7%)
$603,840 + $170,098
$773,938
2023
$8,834 (+1.1%)
$592,000 + $166,763
$758,763
2022
$8,741 (+2.3%)
$580,392 + $163,494
$743,886
2021
$8,541 (−0.5%)
$569,011 + $160,289
$729,300
2020
$8,587 (+2.7%)
$557,853 + $157,147
$715,000
2019
$8,361 (+1.6%)
$569,616 + $154,127
$723,743
2018
$8,229 (+2.0%)
$558,447 + $151,105
$709,552
2017
$8,070 (+30.1%)
$536,761 + $145,239
$682,000
2016
$6,205 (+1.9%)
$536,761 + $145,239
$682,000
2015
$6,092 (+2.9%)
$370,837 + $143,013
$513,850
2014
$5,922 (+0.6%)
$358,112 + $138,106
$496,218
2013
$5,887 (+2.0%)
$358,112 + $138,106
$496,218
2012
$5,772 (+2.4%)
$356,494 + $137,482
$493,976
2011
$5,635 (+1.0%)
$349,504 + $134,787
$484,291
2010
$5,577 (+0.3%)
$342,651 + $132,145
$474,796
2009
$5,558 (+2.4%)
$340,090 + $131,158
$471,248
2008
$5,429
$340,898 + $131,470
$472,368
Tax history for 153 Tea Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,523 (+5.0%)
$603,840 + $170,098
$773,938
2024
$9,073 (+2.7%)
$603,840 + $170,098
$773,938
2023
$8,834 (+1.1%)
$592,000 + $166,763
$758,763
2022
$8,741 (+2.3%)
$580,392 + $163,494
$743,886
2021
$8,541 (−0.5%)
$569,011 + $160,289
$729,300
2020
$8,587 (+2.7%)
$557,853 + $157,147
$715,000
2019
$8,361 (+1.6%)
$569,616 + $154,127
$723,743
2018
$8,229 (+2.0%)
$558,447 + $151,105
$709,552
2017
$8,070 (+30.1%)
$536,761 + $145,239
$682,000
2016
$6,205 (+1.9%)
$536,761 + $145,239
$682,000
2015
$6,092 (+2.9%)
$370,837 + $143,013
$513,850
2014
$5,922 (+0.6%)
$358,112 + $138,106
$496,218
2013
$5,887 (+2.0%)
$358,112 + $138,106
$496,218
2012
$5,772 (+2.4%)
$356,494 + $137,482
$493,976
2011
$5,635 (+1.0%)
$349,504 + $134,787
$484,291
2010
$5,577 (+0.3%)
$342,651 + $132,145
$474,796
2009
$5,558 (+2.4%)
$340,090 + $131,158
$471,248
2008
$5,429
$340,898 + $131,470
$472,368
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,635 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1996
Sq. Ft.
1,613
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
29643138
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
R-3
Multiple Family Residential Zone
The R-3, Multiple Family Residential Zones are established to provide for the development of high density, multiple family housing, such as condominiums and apartments.
Directions: Brea Blvd to Ash Street, turn left. Continue into community past park onto Madrona. Right at Lavender, home just ahead where Tea Lane and Lavender meet.
Subdivision Name: Ash Street Cottages (ASH)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,613
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2,635 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 1996
County: Orange County
APN: 29643138
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Washer, dryer & fridge. Decorative curtains in living room.
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 3
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 3
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: James
List Agent Last Name: Bobbett
Co-List Agent First Name: Martina
Co-List Agent Last Name: Bobbett
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Reliance Real Estate Services
Co-List Office Name: Reliance Real Estate Services
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Jonathan
Buyer Agent Last Name: Liu
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: H & M Realty Group
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Schools
Laurel Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Brea Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Brea-Olinda High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
9/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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7 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$927,000 – $1.12M
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