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Off market may 2025 for $1.2M

$1,193,486

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $9,301/mo

•

1,480

sq ft

449 S Walnut Ave, Brea, CA 92821

About this home

Completely Renovated 1938 Historic Home – The Edward & Lilian Peterkin house (No. 49) Welcome to this stunningly restored 1938 Brea Historical Society treasure, officially recognized as The Edward & Lilian Peterkin House (Historic Property No. 49). This immaculate 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers a functional, thoughtfully designed layout that seamlessly blends historic character with modern luxury. Undergoing a fully permitted, year-long restoration, no detail was overlooked and no corners were cut. The home features brand-new electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, along with restored windows, a completely designer updated kitchen with high-end appliances, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, and beautifully restored original wood work throughout. The bathrooms have been elegantly redesigned, maintaining classic charm while offering modern comfort and style. Across the street, enjoy the vibrant community park, home to seasonal celebrations like summer concerts, festive gatherings, and a spectacular 4th of July celebration. It’s the perfect setting to relax in a safe neighborhood spirit. Adding to its rich legacy, this home once welcomed Judy Garland, the legendary actress from The Wizard of Oz, making it not just a residence but a fascinating piece of Hollywood history. As part of the local historic society and qualifying for the Mills Act, this home comes with significant property tax savings, making it an exceptional opportunity to own a true historic masterpiece.

Single-familyProperty Type

1938Year Built

6,950 sq ftLot Size

$806Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Mirna Martinez •DRE #01773121 • ROA California Inc.

Contact: 310-483-8904

Bought with Adrian Morante Larios •DRE #02241313 • eXp Realty Greater Los Angeles

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•Source:CRMLS #DW25085588

Redfin Estimate

$1,193,486

$6,514 since sold in May 2025$31K since October

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This home's estimate is 14.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.04M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,127,000
A
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SOLD OCT 2, 2026
$898,217
B
3 beds2 baths1,221 sq ft
833 Mulberry, Brea, CA 92821
SOLD SEP 11, 2026
$1,000,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,595 sq ft
404 Juniper, Brea, CA 92821
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$1,000,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,357 sq ft
719 S Walnut, Brea, CA 92821
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$1,099,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,795 sq ft
1015 E Elm St, Brea, CA 92821
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SOLD JUN 8, 2026
$1,130,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,662 sq ft
415 W Acacia, Brea, CA 92821

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Market trends in 92821, CA

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

101.7%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$1.2M

$23K MoM

Avg. days on market

32d

4 days MoM

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Sale history for 449 S Walnut Ave

Date

Event

Price

CRMLS #DW25085588

May 14, 2025

Sold

$1,200,000

$811/sq ft

May 5, 2025

Pending

—

Apr 25, 2025

Contingent

—

Apr 18, 2025

Listed

$1,125,000

$760/sq ft

CRMLS #CV24115772

Jul 23, 2024

Sold

$720,000

$486/sq ft

Jun 25, 2024

Pending

—

Jun 19, 2024

Listed

$750,000

$507/sq ft

Discover this gem in the beautiful city of Brea, available for the first time on the market! This house is just across the street from The Plunge swimming pool/park, and only one block from the bustling Brea Blvd with its shops, restaurants, and amenities. This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home sits on a desirable corner lot, offering a fantastic opportunity to create your dream home with a bit of TLC. Priced to sell so don’t wait to see it. This is a cash sale. Will not pass traditional financing.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,547 (+847.0%)

$1,030,396 + $193,604

$1,224,000

2024

$903 (+3.3%)

$635,282 + $84,718

$720,000

2023

$874 (+2.0%)

$22,367 + $31,232

$53,599

2022

$857 (+1.8%)

$21,929 + $30,620

$52,549

2021

$842 (+0.9%)

$21,499 + $30,020

$51,519

2020

$834 (+1.8%)

$21,077 + $29,432

$50,509

2019

$819 (+1.6%)

$20,861 + $29,131

$49,992

2018

$806 (+1.9%)

$20,452 + $28,560

$49,012

2017

$791 (+2.0%)

$19,658 + $27,451

$47,109

2016

$776 (+1.6%)

$19,658 + $27,451

$47,109

2015

$764 (+2.8%)

$19,273 + $26,913

$46,186

2014

$743 (+1.4%)

$18,612 + $25,990

$44,602

2013

$733 (+3.3%)

$18,612 + $25,990

$44,602

2012

$710 (+5.5%)

$18,528 + $25,873

$44,401

2011

$673 (+4.1%)

$18,165 + $25,366

$43,531

2010

$647 (+3.6%)

$17,809 + $24,869

$42,678

2009

$624 (+5.0%)

$17,676 + $24,684

$42,360

2008

$594

$17,718 + $24,743

$42,461

Tax history for 449 S Walnut Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$8,547 (+847.0%)

$1,030,396 + $193,604

$1,224,000

2024

$903 (+3.3%)

$635,282 + $84,718

$720,000

2023

$874 (+2.0%)

$22,367 + $31,232

$53,599

2022

$857 (+1.8%)

$21,929 + $30,620

$52,549

2021

$842 (+0.9%)

$21,499 + $30,020

$51,519

2020

$834 (+1.8%)

$21,077 + $29,432

$50,509

2019

$819 (+1.6%)

$20,861 + $29,131

$49,992

2018

$806 (+1.9%)

$20,452 + $28,560

$49,012

2017

$791 (+2.0%)

$19,658 + $27,451

$47,109

2016

$776 (+1.6%)

$19,658 + $27,451

$47,109

2015

$764 (+2.8%)

$19,273 + $26,913

$46,186

2014

$743 (+1.4%)

$18,612 + $25,990

$44,602

2013

$733 (+3.3%)

$18,612 + $25,990

$44,602

2012

$710 (+5.5%)

$18,528 + $25,873

$44,401

2011

$673 (+4.1%)

$18,165 + $25,366

$43,531

2010

$647 (+3.6%)

$17,809 + $24,869

$42,678

2009

$624 (+5.0%)

$17,676 + $24,684

$42,360

2008

$594

$17,718 + $24,743

$42,461

*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

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,950 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1938

Sq. Ft.

1,470

Year built

1938

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Orange County

APN

28424114

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway, Garage, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2

Interior

Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup

Kitchen Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Energy Star Appliances, Free Standing Range, Garbage Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, High Efficiency Water Heater, Microwave, Range/Stove Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan
Has Appliances
Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-closing cabinet doors, Self-closing drawers

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bathtub, Shower in Tub, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Exhaust fan(s), Humidity controlled, Linen Closet/Storage, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Upgraded

Cooling Information
Central, Energy Star
Has Cooling

Room Information
All Bedrooms Down, Formal Entry, Walk-In Closet

Fireplace Information
Living Room, Gas, Wood
Has Fireplace

Flooring Information
Laminated

Heating Information
Central Furnace, Energy Star
Has Heating

Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: living room
Bar, Built-Ins, Copper Plumbing Full, Furnished, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Living Room Deck Attached, Open Floor Plan, Partially Furnished, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage Space, Sunken Living Room
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
Window Features: Wood Frame Windows

Exterior

Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Composition, Shingle
Fencing: New Condition, Stucco Wall, Wood
Has Fence
Construction Materials: Redwood, Stucco

Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Raised

Exterior Features
Lighting
Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Deck, Porch - Front, Porch - Rear
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Has Sprinklers

Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Timer, Yard

Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 28424114
Property Condition: Building Permit, Updated/Remodeled
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property ADU: No

Utilities

Utilities Information
Electric: 220V In Garage, Electricity - On Property, Heavy
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Water Available
Water Source: District/Public

Location

Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lighting, Suburban

School Information
High School District: Brea-Olinda Unified

Location Information
Latitude: 33.91377900
Longitude: -117.90352400
Directions: Elm st & Walnut ave

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,470
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,950 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1938
Year Renovated: 1938
County: Orange County
APN: 28424114

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: staging funiture

Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 310-483-8904
Days Active in MLS: 6
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 6

Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Mirna
List Agent Last Name: Martinez

Listing Office Information
List Office Name: ROA California Inc.

Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Adrian
Buyer Agent Last Name: Morante Larios

Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: eXp Realty Greater Los Angeles

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Schools

Arovista Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi

6/10

Brea Junior High School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi

8/10

Brea-Olinda High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi

9/10

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Climate risks

7/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 74-82% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 96° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

5/10 Air Factor

7 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years

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$1.13M – $1.37M

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Home values near 449 S Walnut Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
447 South Walnut Ave, Brea, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1886 Sq. Ft.	$905,281
425 South Walnut Ave, Brea, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2250 Sq. Ft.	$1,080,658

Address	Redfin Estimate
443 South Walnut Ave, Brea, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2129 Sq. Ft.	$1,263,167
421 South Walnut Ave, Brea, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1000 Sq. Ft.	$666,375

Address	Redfin Estimate
435 South Walnut Ave, Brea, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1793 Sq. Ft.	$1,181,700
515 South Walnut Ave, Brea, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1443 Sq. Ft.	$1,050,511

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