Reminiscent of distinguished San Francisco row houses boasting architecturally rich front entries, this surprisingly expansive six bedroom home awaits. Enjoy a true urban living experience while residing near vibrant Downtown Brea where you can stroll to favorite restaurants, unbelievable shopping, exciting night life or a relaxing neighborhood park experience. Inviting interior elements include tall ceilings, luxury vinyl flooring, with lots of windows providing filtered light and tremendous upgrades. Gorgeous French doors open to the front porch from the office/bedroom near entry with built-in desk and shelving. The gourmet kitchen has been updated with white cabinetry finished by whisper close doors and drawers, rich quartz counters, and walk-in pantry. The favorite gathering spot is the family room warmed by custom finished fireplace with entertainment niche. Upstairs leads to four bedrooms, with a master suite offering view balcony, dual vanities and walk-in closet. Pure relaxation is yours on the very private courtyard, finished with paver details, gorgeous bubbling fountain framed by espalier vine accents. Unique to this property is a separate studio above garage, ideal for professional’s use as a private office, craft room or family gaming. Behind the scenes upgrades include premium David Kaufman interior paint, high quality ducting and AC, state of the art air filter, internal wiring enables high speed internet. Tremendous upgrades and location make this home ideal!
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
3,903 sq ftLot Size
$449Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Carole Geronsin•DRE #00604118• BHHS CA Properties
Listed by Mary Fry•DRE #557571• BHHS CA Properties
Bought with Cristal Drake•DRE #01272061• Reliance Real Estate Services
Absolutely Showcase! * this Lavendar Model Laurel Walk Home Is Impeccable & Adorable! * fabulous Floorplan Features 4 Br's Up+terrific Office Down+great Bonus Rm/5th Br/recreation Rm W/ own Bath Over Garage * sf=2573 In Home+357 In Bonus Rm * endless Hi-quality Prof Amenities:window Treatments/french Doors/ Wainscotting/blt-in Bookcases/recessed Lighting/sec System/panel Doors/
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,962 (+5.2%)
$640,324 + $319,019
$959,343
2024
$10,421 (+2.8%)
$627,769 + $312,764
$940,533
2023
$10,135 (+0.9%)
$615,460 + $306,632
$922,092
2022
$10,043 (+1.1%)
$603,392 + $300,620
$904,012
2021
$9,930 (+0.7%)
$591,561 + $294,726
$886,287
2020
$9,865 (−32.0%)
$579,961 + $288,948
$868,909
2019
$14,504 (+0.9%)
$574,014 + $285,986
$860,000
2018
$14,375 (+1.2%)
$429,260 + $288,515
$717,775
2017
$14,202 (+1.1%)
$412,591 + $277,312
$689,903
2016
$14,044 (+84.7%)
$412,591 + $277,312
$689,903
2015
$7,603 (+3.0%)
$404,501 + $271,875
$676,376
2014
$7,381 (+9.5%)
$390,620 + $262,547
$653,167
2013
$6,741 (+0.1%)
$390,620 + $262,547
$653,167
2012
$6,732 (−3.4%)
$346,150 + $249,336
$595,486
2011
$6,968 (+0.3%)
$346,150 + $249,336
$595,486
2010
$6,949 (+2.2%)
$370,962 + $249,336
$620,298
2009
$6,799 (+0.5%)
$370,962 + $249,336
$620,298
2008
$6,768
$364,553 + $245,029
$609,582
Tax history for 203 S Poplar Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,962 (+5.2%)
$640,324 + $319,019
$959,343
2024
$10,421 (+2.8%)
$627,769 + $312,764
$940,533
2023
$10,135 (+0.9%)
$615,460 + $306,632
$922,092
2022
$10,043 (+1.1%)
$603,392 + $300,620
$904,012
2021
$9,930 (+0.7%)
$591,561 + $294,726
$886,287
2020
$9,865 (−32.0%)
$579,961 + $288,948
$868,909
2019
$14,504 (+0.9%)
$574,014 + $285,986
$860,000
2018
$14,375 (+1.2%)
$429,260 + $288,515
$717,775
2017
$14,202 (+1.1%)
$412,591 + $277,312
$689,903
2016
$14,044 (+84.7%)
$412,591 + $277,312
$689,903
2015
$7,603 (+3.0%)
$404,501 + $271,875
$676,376
2014
$7,381 (+9.5%)
$390,620 + $262,547
$653,167
2013
$6,741 (+0.1%)
$390,620 + $262,547
$653,167
2012
$6,732 (−3.4%)
$346,150 + $249,336
$595,486
2011
$6,968 (+0.3%)
$346,150 + $249,336
$595,486
2010
$6,949 (+2.2%)
$370,962 + $249,336
$620,298
2009
$6,799 (+0.5%)
$370,962 + $249,336
$620,298
2008
$6,768
$364,553 + $245,029
$609,582
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,903 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1997
Sq. Ft.
2,519
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
31931253
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 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.
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
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage, Garage - Rear Entry, Garage - Single Door, Parking Space
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup, Individual Room, Inside, On Upper Level, Washer Hookup
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range/Stove Hood, Water Heater Unit, Water Line to Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
Built-in Trash/Recycling, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-closing cabinet doors, Self-closing drawers, Walk-In Pantry
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bathtub, Shower, Shower in Tub, Closet in bathroom, Double sinks in bath(s), Double Sinks In Master Bath, Linen Closet/Storage, Privacy toilet door, Separate tub and shower, Soaking Tub, Tile Counters, Vanity area
Cooling Information
Central, Dual
Has Cooling
Room Information
Dressing Area, Entry, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Office, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
Fireplace Information
Family Room, Gas, Raised Hearth
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Carpet, Laminated
Heating Information
Central Furnace, Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
French Doors
2 Staircases, Balcony, Built-Ins, Ceiling Fan, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Open Floor Plan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Wainscoting, Wired for Data
Levels: Two
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Window Features: Blinds, Custom Covering
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Tile
Fencing: Vinyl
Has Fence
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Porch - Front, Stone
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Estimated
Lot Features: Garden, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby, Sprinklers In Front, Walkstreet, Yard
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Parcel Number: 31931253
Total # of Stories: 2
Has View
Year Built Source: Estimated
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Builder Name: Olson Homes
Homeowners Association
Is Part of Association
Association Name: Laurel Walk
Association Fee: $137
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Amenities: Maintenance Grounds, Onsite Property Management
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Gutters, Park, Sidewalks, Street Lighting, Urban
School Information
Elementary School: Laurel
Middle Or Junior School: Brea-Olinda Unified
High School: Brea Olinda
High School District: Brea-Olinda Unified
Elementary School 2: LAUREL2
Middle Or Junior School 2: BREA
High School 2: BREOLI
Location Information
Latitude: 33.91740500
Longitude: -117.89346200
Other Subdivision Name: "Award Winning" Laurel Walk
Directions: From Birch Avenue * Turn SOUTH on Poplar * Home is on RIGHT side!
Subdivision Name: Other (OTHR)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,519
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3,903 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Orange County
APN: 31931253
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 7
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 7
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Carole
List Agent Last Name: Geronsin
Co-List Agent First Name: Mary
Co-List Agent Last Name: Fry
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: BHHS CA Properties
Co-List Office Name: BHHS CA Properties
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Cristal
Buyer Agent Last Name: Drake
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Reliance Real Estate Services
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Laurel Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
Brea Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Brea-Olinda High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
9/10
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