POOL HOME SITUATED ON A LARGE LOT FILLED WITH CUSTOM UPGRADES! Welcome to 1618 Birchcrest! This immaculate estate features 5 bedrooms (including a downstairs bedroom), 3 full bathrooms and is located in the well sought after Brea North Hills Community. The home offers approximately 2,400 square feet of living space and is situated on a very large lot of roughly 14,300 SqFt. Upon entering, you are greeted by a luxurious custom marble foyer with a crystal chandelier, custom iron staircase, and cathedral ceilings. The open floor plan includes a sunken formal living room that flows into a dining room with large windows, allowing for plenty of natural light. The oversized gourmet kitchen, which overlooks the backyard and pool, includes plenty of storage, granite countertops and backsplash and a double oven. The family room features built-in shelving surrounding the stone fireplace and a convenient dry bar. Adjacent to the family room is a downstairs bedroom, that is currently set up for an at-home office. A fully custom marble bathroom with a walk-in shower can be found across the hall. Upstairs, you will find 4 additional bedrooms. The primary suite is spacious and includes a built-in electric fireplace on a herringbone accent wall, a stand-alone soaking tub, dual sink vanities with marble countertops, and gorgeous porcelain flooring that flows into the walk-in shower. Through the primary bathroom is a grand walk-in closet with a coffee bar and wine fridge, a built-in safe, and ample storage. There is another full bath and a convenient laundry chute down the hall for the other secondary bedrooms. The backyard is really something special! Expansive and secluded with features such as a large pool and an A-frame pergola with lighting - perfect for gatherings and an entertainer's dream. The pool is surrounded by a lush lawn and beautiful landscaping. Additionally, the estate offers a 3-car garage for ample parking and storage as well as a laundry room within the garage with a sink, hanging space, and storage. Centrally located to Award Winning Brea Schools, Downtown Brea, and many shopping, dining and entertainment options - this home is an absolute must-see!
Single-familyProperty Type
1969Year Built
0.33 acresLot Size
$650Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Alex Horowitz•DRE #00983521• Coldwell Banker Diamond
Contact: alex@alexhorowitz.com
Bought with Alex Horowitz•DRE #00983521• Coldwell Banker Diamond
Awesome home located in the very desireable North Hills area of Brea, at the end of a cul-de-sac with a huge entertainers back yard (Pie shaped lot). Scraped ceilings, fresh interior paint, updated kitchen, newer windows. Storage galore. Perfect Family home, lots of room. Location!Location!Location!! Fantastic pool 11 1/2' deep, 1 meter board, pool holds 44000 gallons water!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,289 (+46.8%)
$1,301,757 + $228,243
$1,530,000
2024
$11,775 (+18.7%)
$1,276,232 + $223,768
$1,500,000
2023
$9,924 (+0.9%)
$801,584 + $237,013
$1,038,597
2022
$9,835 (+1.9%)
$686,129 + $191,489
$877,618
2021
$9,650 (−0.3%)
$672,675 + $187,735
$860,410
2020
$9,683 (+2.8%)
$659,486 + $184,054
$843,540
2019
$9,418 (−0.4%)
$659,486 + $184,054
$843,540
2018
$9,456 (+9.9%)
$646,554 + $180,446
$827,000
2017
$8,607 (+0.1%)
$569,554 + $180,446
$750,000
2016
$8,598
$569,554 + $180,446
$750,000
2015
$8,603 (+11.5%)
$569,554 + $180,446
$750,000
2014
$7,717 (+17.0%)
$496,554 + $180,446
$677,000
2013
$6,594 (+0.1%)
$496,554 + $180,446
$677,000
2012
$6,586 (−3.3%)
$394,594 + $180,446
$575,040
2011
$6,812 (−5.2%)
$394,594 + $180,446
$575,040
2010
$7,186 (−4.5%)
$418,554 + $180,446
$599,000
2009
$7,522 (−6.1%)
$454,554 + $180,446
$635,000
2008
$8,011
$488,554 + $180,446
$669,000
Tax history for 1618 Birchcrest Cir
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,289 (+46.8%)
$1,301,757 + $228,243
$1,530,000
2024
$11,775 (+18.7%)
$1,276,232 + $223,768
$1,500,000
2023
$9,924 (+0.9%)
$801,584 + $237,013
$1,038,597
2022
$9,835 (+1.9%)
$686,129 + $191,489
$877,618
2021
$9,650 (−0.3%)
$672,675 + $187,735
$860,410
2020
$9,683 (+2.8%)
$659,486 + $184,054
$843,540
2019
$9,418 (−0.4%)
$659,486 + $184,054
$843,540
2018
$9,456 (+9.9%)
$646,554 + $180,446
$827,000
2017
$8,607 (+0.1%)
$569,554 + $180,446
$750,000
2016
$8,598
$569,554 + $180,446
$750,000
2015
$8,603 (+11.5%)
$569,554 + $180,446
$750,000
2014
$7,717 (+17.0%)
$496,554 + $180,446
$677,000
2013
$6,594 (+0.1%)
$496,554 + $180,446
$677,000
2012
$6,586 (−3.3%)
$394,594 + $180,446
$575,040
2011
$6,812 (−5.2%)
$394,594 + $180,446
$575,040
2010
$7,186 (−4.5%)
$418,554 + $180,446
$599,000
2009
$7,522 (−6.1%)
$454,554 + $180,446
$635,000
2008
$8,011
$488,554 + $180,446
$669,000
*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
5
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.33 Acres
Year renovated
1969
Sq. Ft.
2,367
Year built
1969
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
30416108
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.
R-1
Single Family Residential Zone
The R-1 Single Family Residential Zone is established to provide an environment conducive to the development of single family homes with no mixed or incompatible uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Office
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Uncovered Spaces: 3
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Driveway - Concrete, Garage, Garage - Front Entry, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 6
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Laundry Chute
Breakfast Counter / Bar, In Family Room, Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Open to Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled Kitchen, Stone Counters
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bathtub, Shower, Shower in Tub, Closet in bathroom, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Exhaust fan(s), Linen Closet/Storage, Main Floor Full Bath, Remodeled, Separate tub and shower, Soaking Tub, Stone Counters, Upgraded, Vanity area, Walk-in shower
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Bonus Room, Entry, Family Room, Formal Entry, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Office, Separate Family Room, Walk-In Closet
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Primary Bedroom, Electric, Gas, Raised Hearth
Pool Features: Private, Diving Board, Heated, In Ground
Has Pool
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Lawn, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft, Patio Home, Paved, Sprinkler System, Yard
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 30416108
Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Electric: Standard
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Telephone - In Street, Sewer Available, Water Connected
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lighting, Suburban
School Information
Elementary School: Mariposa
Middle Or Junior School: Brea-Olinda Unified
High School: Brea-Olinda Unified
High School District: Brea-Olinda Unified
Elementary School 2: MARIPO
Middle Or Junior School 2: BREA
High School 2: BREA
Location Information
Latitude: 33.94512200
Longitude: -117.91274400
Other Subdivision Name: North Hills (NORH)
Directions: Berry Street/ L on Northwood Ave./ R on Poinsetta Ave./ R on Oakcrest Ave./ L on Wardman Dr./ L on Birchcrest Ave./ Property is at the end of the cul de sac :)
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets
Road Surface Type: Paved
Subdivision Name: North Hills (NORH)
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,367
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: 1969
County: Orange County
APN: 30416108
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: alex@alexhorowitz.com
Days Active in MLS: 9
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 9
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Alex
List Agent Last Name: Horowitz
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Coldwell Banker Diamond
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Alex
Buyer Agent Last Name: Horowitz
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Coldwell Banker Diamond
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Mariposa Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Brea Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
8/10
Brea-Olinda High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
9/10
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