Beautiful single-story home in the heart of Brea featuring a bright, open floor plan ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious living room offers abundant natural light, beautiful wood flooring, and easy access to the kitchen for a seamless flow. The updated kitchen includes ample cabinet storage, a gas range, and a cozy breakfast nook. The primary bedroom features an extended retreat with french doors leading to the deck. A second generously sized bedroom offers a spacious closet, and the home also includes an updated full bathroom. The expansive backyard features a large deck, mature landscaping, and plenty of space to create an ADU or your own private outdoor retreat. Additional highlights include a 1-car garage with newer foundation, extended driveway, new water heater, new windows, a Mini-Split Heating and A/C system and a newer roof. Located in the award-winning Brea Olinda Unified School District and just a short walk to Downtown Brea, Brea Mall, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment, this is a home you do not want to miss.
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
6,000 sq ftLot Size
$857Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Darryl Jones•DRE #01076312• ERA North Orange County
Contact: 714-713-4663
Bought with Darryl Jones•DRE #01076312• ERA North Orange County
Est. $3,138 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 205 E Elm St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #PW26134547
Aug 7, 2026
Sold
$860,000
$857/sq ft
Jun 27, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 20, 2026
Price Changed
$799,900
$797/sq ft
Jun 19, 2026
Listed
$775,000
$772/sq ft
CRMLS #P770660
Feb 18, 2011
Listed
$365,000
$364/sq ft
CRMLS #P126268
May 5, 1999
Sold
$189,000
$188/sq ft
Mar 27, 1999
Listed
$189,000
$188/sq ft
Charming Vintage Home East Of Brea Blvd. Gorgeous Hardwood Flooring With Extra High Baseboards And Cozy Family Hearth In Living Room. Oak Cabinets And Bright Sunny Breakfast Nook In Kitchen, Inside Laundry, Mirrored Ward- Robes And A Walk-in Closet. Stained Glass Windows - Super Clean!
Public Records
Jul 31, 1997
Sold
$159,000
$158/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 4, 1991
Sold
$163,000
$162/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 20, 1989
Sold
$165,000
$164/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 15, 1983
Sold
$85,500
$85/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,851 (+5.1%)
$261,859 + $49,866
$311,725
2024
$3,665 (+2.9%)
$261,859 + $49,866
$311,725
2023
$3,561 (+1.1%)
$256,724 + $48,889
$305,613
2022
$3,523 (+1.9%)
$251,690 + $47,931
$299,621
2021
$3,456 (+1.7%)
$246,755 + $46,992
$293,747
2020
$3,399 (+2.6%)
$241,917 + $46,071
$287,988
2019
$3,312 (+1.5%)
$239,437 + $42,649
$282,086
2018
$3,261 (+1.9%)
$234,742 + $41,813
$276,555
2017
$3,199 (+2.0%)
$225,626 + $40,191
$265,817
2016
$3,136 (+1.5%)
$225,626 + $40,191
$265,817
2015
$3,091 (+3.0%)
$221,202 + $39,403
$260,605
2014
$3,001 (+0.7%)
$213,611 + $38,052
$251,663
2013
$2,980 (+2.2%)
$213,611 + $38,052
$251,663
2012
$2,915 (+2.9%)
$212,645 + $37,881
$250,526
2011
$2,832 (+1.5%)
$208,475 + $37,139
$245,614
2010
$2,791 (+0.8%)
$204,388 + $36,411
$240,799
2009
$2,770 (+2.8%)
$202,861 + $36,139
$239,000
2008
$2,695
$203,343 + $36,225
$239,568
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,004
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
28424411
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 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
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Garage, Driveway
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 4
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Inside
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Water Heater Unit, Gas Range, Dishwasher
Has Appliances
Breakfast Nook
Remodeled Kitchen
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Tile Counters, Shower in Tub, Main Floor Full Bath, Bathtub, Shower
Cooling Information
Wall Window
Has Cooling
Room Information
Laundry, All Bedrooms Down, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom
Community Features: Curbs, Street Lighting, Sidewalks
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: 33.91276200
Longitude: -117.90060600
Other Subdivision Name: /
Directions: Cross Streets: Brea Blvd and Elm St
Subdivision Name: Other (OTHR)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,004
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: —
County: Orange County
APN: 28424411
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 714-713-4663
Days Active in MLS: 8
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 8
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Darryl
List Agent Last Name: Jones
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: ERA North Orange County
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Darryl
Buyer Agent Last Name: Jones
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: ERA North Orange County
Around this home
Schools
Laurel Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Brea Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Brea-Olinda High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
9/10
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