IF WALLS COULD TALK! This home built in 1929 was one of the first in the area and will put you back in time with all the details that this house has to offer including real wood floors, glass door knobs and vintage lighting, close to the original downtown area that is now called The Promenade a vibrant area with fantastic dining, shopping or an evening stroll. The Brea plunge swimming / park has summer concerts just grab your beach chair and be first! close to the Brea Mall and freeways too. Great schools and phenomenal neighbors. The laundry room inside and the office space/loft school play room upstairs truly fills this great starter home and to top it off, the lush landscaping in front and large backyard make for the perfect spot to entertain.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$833Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Scott Smith•DRE #01717928• NextHome Pacific Estates
Bought with JOHN SAZON•DRE #01859153• CENTURY 21 CRISTAL CELLAR
Charming, well maintained historic home in a cul-de-sac. Original windows and flooring. 2 bedrooms downstairs and loft upstairs. Large backyard and long driveway.
4 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Gorgeous Historical Brea Home nestled in the heart of Brea on a cul-de-sac!! Freshly painted interior, New roof on shed, Beautiful original hardwood floors throughout, Inside laundry room, Charming decorative fireplace in living room, Bathroom has Unique tile in shower, Pedestal sink, Nice sized Bedrooms with walk-in closets, Attic has been converted into additional living space which can be utilized as a 3rd bedroom (not a permitted living space), office or a playroom with a walk-in closet and a door that leads into additional attic area, Huge backyard great for entertaining Family and Friends with freshly laid sod, garden area, gorgeous pavers, Home features Nest system and Ring door bell, One car detached garage and a driveway that can fit multiple cars or possible RV parking, Walking distance to Park and Downtown Brea which features Entertainment, Great Restaurants, Movie Theater, Shopping. Come See This Turnkey Beauty!!
CRMLS #PW15213639
Dec 1, 2015
Sold
$507,000
$491/sq ft
Nov 7, 2015
Pending
—
Oct 18, 2015
Contingent
—
Oct 16, 2015
Relisted
—
Oct 15, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Sep 28, 2015
Listed
$499,900
$484/sq ft
Beautiful and Stunning Brea Historical home offered for sale. Home offers unique and beautiful accents throughout while showing price in ownership. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Two larger bedrooms and one full updated bath. Home has central heat and air, inside laundry room, newer plumbing and updated roof. Huge backyard with large grassy area, patio, and garden. One car detached garage and a driveway that can fit multiple cars. Attic converted into additional living space which can be utilized as a 3rd bedroom, office, playroom etc. .. This property could qualify for the Mills Act. Perfect location, short walk to Downtown Brea, shopping, restaurants. Close to 57 Freeway
CRMLS #PW13037737
Apr 17, 2013
Sold
$431,500
$418/sq ft
Mar 18, 2013
Pending
—
Mar 18, 2013
Price Changed
$432,000
$419/sq ft
Mar 6, 2013
Listed
$425,000
$412/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 24, 2002
Sold
$285,000
$276/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,675 (+10.4%)
$145,431 + $62,328
$207,759
2024
$2,423 (−71.3%)
$145,431 + $62,328
$207,759
2023
$8,442 (+14.6%)
$134,619 + $57,694
$192,313
2022
$7,365 (+1.9%)
$706,901 + $40,099
$747,000
2021
$7,228 (+0.7%)
$599,793 + $36,169
$635,962
2020
$7,180 (+2.8%)
$588,033 + $35,460
$623,493
2019
$6,986 (+13.4%)
$582,003 + $35,097
$617,100
2018
$6,159 (+1.9%)
$570,591 + $34,409
$605,000
2017
$6,044 (+2.0%)
$485,770 + $31,370
$517,140
2016
$5,924 (+15.4%)
$485,770 + $31,370
$517,140
2015
$5,134 (+3.0%)
$476,245 + $30,755
$507,000
2014
$4,984 (+25.3%)
$404,790 + $28,669
$433,459
2013
$3,976 (+2.2%)
$404,790 + $28,669
$433,459
2012
$3,892 (+2.7%)
$313,776 + $28,124
$341,900
2011
$3,789 (+1.3%)
$307,624 + $27,573
$335,197
2010
$3,742 (+0.5%)
$301,592 + $27,033
$328,625
2009
$3,722 (+2.6%)
$299,338 + $26,831
$326,169
2008
$3,626
$300,050 + $26,895
$326,945
Tax history for 321 S Madrona Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,675 (+10.4%)
$145,431 + $62,328
$207,759
2024
$2,423 (−71.3%)
$145,431 + $62,328
$207,759
2023
$8,442 (+14.6%)
$134,619 + $57,694
$192,313
2022
$7,365 (+1.9%)
$706,901 + $40,099
$747,000
2021
$7,228 (+0.7%)
$599,793 + $36,169
$635,962
2020
$7,180 (+2.8%)
$588,033 + $35,460
$623,493
2019
$6,986 (+13.4%)
$582,003 + $35,097
$617,100
2018
$6,159 (+1.9%)
$570,591 + $34,409
$605,000
2017
$6,044 (+2.0%)
$485,770 + $31,370
$517,140
2016
$5,924 (+15.4%)
$485,770 + $31,370
$517,140
2015
$5,134 (+3.0%)
$476,245 + $30,755
$507,000
2014
$4,984 (+25.3%)
$404,790 + $28,669
$433,459
2013
$3,976 (+2.2%)
$404,790 + $28,669
$433,459
2012
$3,892 (+2.7%)
$313,776 + $28,124
$341,900
2011
$3,789 (+1.3%)
$307,624 + $27,573
$335,197
2010
$3,742 (+0.5%)
$301,592 + $27,033
$328,625
2009
$3,722 (+2.6%)
$299,338 + $26,831
$326,169
2008
$3,626
$300,050 + $26,895
$326,945
*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
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1929
Sq. Ft.
1,032
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
28425106
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 14, 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
Mar 10, 2025 • Final
Residential mechanical
Replace a split system including the air conditioning unit, furnace, and duct runs in the same locations.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Individual Room, Inside
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Gas Oven
Has Appliances
Remodeled Kitchen
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
Kitchen, Laundry, Loft, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bedroom
Fireplace Information
Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Tile, Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace, Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Composition
Fencing: Wood
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Wood
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Brick, Patio, Patio Open
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Timer
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Parcel Number: 28425106
Total # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities
Utilities Information
Electric: Electricity - On Property
Sewer: Public Sewer
Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lighting
School Information
High School District: Brea-Olinda Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.91669100
Longitude: -117.90325600
Directions: SOUTH OF IMPERIAL HWY/ WEST OF BREA BLVD
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets
Road Surface Type: Paved
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,032
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: 1929
County: Orange County
APN: 28425106
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Days Active in MLS: 9
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 9
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Scott
List Agent Last Name: Smith
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Keller Williams Realty
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: John
Buyer Agent Last Name: Sazon
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: CENTURY 21 CRISTAL CELLAR
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Schools
Arovista Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
Brea Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
Brea-Olinda High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
9/10
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