Downtown Brea Living with Rare R-3 Zoning Potential. .. Imagine living on a charming, tree-lined residential street just moments from the energy of Downtown Brea—with the added advantage of a generously sized lot and R-3 zoning that creates an intriguing opportunity for the future. Welcome to 293 S. Poplar Avenue, where location, character, and possibility come together in one of Brea’s most desirable established neighborhoods. Built in 1940, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 864 square feet of living space on an approximately 7,000-square-foot lot. Whether you're looking for a place to call home, an investment opportunity, or a property with potential for future possibilities, the combination of lot size, location, and R-3 Multiple Family Residential zoning makes this property especially compelling. Buyers are encouraged to investigate allowable uses, development standards, and potential opportunities directly with the City of Brea. And then there's the lifestyle. Downtown Brea and Birch Street Promenade are just moments away, putting exceptional dining, shopping, entertainment, and community events within easy reach. Enjoy dinner at local favorites such as Old Brea Chop House, catch a show at the Brea Improv or Curtis Theatre, meet friends for coffee, or simply enjoy an evening exploring downtown. Outdoor recreation is equally accessible, with Craig Regional Park, Carbon Canyon Regional Park, and The Tracks at Brea providing nearby opportunities for walking, biking, hiking, and enjoying the outdoors. The property is also served by the highly regarded Brea Olinda Unified School District, with convenient access to shopping and major freeways. 293 S. Poplar Avenue offers something increasingly difficult to find: an established Downtown Brea neighborhood, a substantial lot, an existing single-family home, and zoning that may provide additional possibilities for the future. Come explore the home, the location, and the possibilities for yourself. Schedule your private tour today.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$816Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Rance Cooper•DRE #02025446• Circa Properties, Inc.
Contact: 714-222-1805
Bought with Byung Sun Park•DRE #02140621• Circa Properties, Inc.
Est. $2,803 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
The house itself is quite compact and shows its 1940s age, but the massive 7,000-square-foot lot and tree-lined street location make it feel like a blank canvas with huge potential.
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: 1
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Inside
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Cooling Information
Wall Window
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down
Heating Information
Wall Heater
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: Front of house
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 31931406
Total # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Public Records
Property ADU: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: 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: 33.91451200
Longitude: -117.89343800
Other Subdivision Name: Tract 161
Directions: From the 57 freeway, go west on Imperial Hwy. Turn right on Poplar, just past McDonalds. Property is first house on the left.
Subdivision Name: Other (OTHR)
Zoning: R-3
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 864
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1940
County: Orange County
APN: 31931406
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 29, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 714-222-1805
Days Active in MLS: 6
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 6
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Rance
List Agent Last Name: Cooper
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Circa Properties, Inc.
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Byung Sun
Buyer Agent Last Name: Park
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Circa Properties, Inc.
Around this home
Schools
Laurel Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Brea Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
Brea-Olinda High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
9/10
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Local insights from Redfin agents
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