Welcome to 538 Linden Way nestled in the heart of Brea. This single-level ranch house offers a unique opportunity and is awaiting a creative touch. Boasting 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this spacious residence features a versatile floorplan. As you enter the home, you'll be greeted by the warmth of one of the two fireplaces, adding a cozy ambiance to the living spaces. The property provides an excellent canvas for customization and updates, allowing you to tailor the space to your personal preferences. One of the standout features of this property is the expansive yard that surrounds the home. Perfect for outdoor gatherings, gardening, or simply enjoying the California sunshine, the large yard offers endless possibilities for landscaping and recreational activities. Located in the vibrant city of Brea, residents can take advantage of parks, nearby shopping and dining options. With its convenient single-level design, this property presents an excellent opportunity for those seeking a home with a potential for modernization.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$608Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jessica Ochs•DRE #02071285• Arbor Real Estate
Listed by Kristin Barry•DRE #01361231• Arbor Real Estate
Bought with Christopher Perea•DRE #01459130• COMPLETE HOME REALTY
Source:CRMLS #NP24004645
Redfin Estimate
$1,222,105
$347K since sold in July 2025$6,000 since October
Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 0.5% lower than the average sale price ($1.23M) of 6 comparable homes.
Welcome to 538 Linden Way nestled in the heart of Brea. This single-level ranch house offers a unique opportunity and is awaiting a creative touch. Boasting 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this spacious residence features a versatile floorplan. As you enter the home, you'll be greeted by the warmth of one of the two fireplaces, adding a cozy ambiance to the living spaces. The property provides an excellent canvas for customization and updates, allowing you to tailor the space to your personal preferences. One of the standout features of this property is the expansive yard that surrounds the home. Perfect for outdoor gatherings, gardening, or simply enjoying the California sunshine, the large yard offers endless possibilities for landscaping and recreational activities. Located in the vibrant city of Brea, residents can take advantage of parks, nearby shopping and dining options. With its convenient single-level design, this property presents an excellent opportunity for those seeking a home with a potential for modernization.
Public Records
May 30, 1972
Sold
$29,500
$15/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,652 (+5.8%)
$893,946 + $120,444
$1,014,390
2024
$11,012 (+679.8%)
$876,417 + $118,083
$994,500
2023
$1,412 (+1.5%)
$856,908 + $112,092
$969,000
2022
$1,391 (+1.9%)
$27,420 + $74,621
$102,041
2021
$1,366 (+0.8%)
$26,883 + $73,158
$100,041
2020
$1,354 (+2.2%)
$26,356 + $71,724
$98,080
2019
$1,325 (+1.6%)
$26,086 + $70,989
$97,075
2018
$1,304 (+1.9%)
$25,574 + $69,598
$95,172
2017
$1,280 (+2.0%)
$24,580 + $66,897
$91,477
2016
$1,255 (+1.5%)
$24,580 + $66,897
$91,477
2015
$1,236 (+2.9%)
$24,098 + $65,586
$89,684
2014
$1,201 (+1.0%)
$23,271 + $63,336
$86,607
2013
$1,189 (+2.7%)
$23,271 + $63,336
$86,607
2012
$1,157 (+4.2%)
$23,166 + $63,050
$86,216
2011
$1,111 (+2.7%)
$22,712 + $61,814
$84,526
2010
$1,082 (+2.1%)
$22,267 + $60,602
$82,869
2009
$1,059 (+3.8%)
$22,100 + $60,150
$82,250
2008
$1,021
$22,153 + $60,293
$82,446
Tax history for 538 Linden Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,652 (+5.8%)
$893,946 + $120,444
$1,014,390
2024
$11,012 (+679.8%)
$876,417 + $118,083
$994,500
2023
$1,412 (+1.5%)
$856,908 + $112,092
$969,000
2022
$1,391 (+1.9%)
$27,420 + $74,621
$102,041
2021
$1,366 (+0.8%)
$26,883 + $73,158
$100,041
2020
$1,354 (+2.2%)
$26,356 + $71,724
$98,080
2019
$1,325 (+1.6%)
$26,086 + $70,989
$97,075
2018
$1,304 (+1.9%)
$25,574 + $69,598
$95,172
2017
$1,280 (+2.0%)
$24,580 + $66,897
$91,477
2016
$1,255 (+1.5%)
$24,580 + $66,897
$91,477
2015
$1,236 (+2.9%)
$24,098 + $65,586
$89,684
2014
$1,201 (+1.0%)
$23,271 + $63,336
$86,607
2013
$1,189 (+2.7%)
$23,271 + $63,336
$86,607
2012
$1,157 (+4.2%)
$23,166 + $63,050
$86,216
2011
$1,111 (+2.7%)
$22,712 + $61,814
$84,526
2010
$1,082 (+2.1%)
$22,267 + $60,602
$82,869
2009
$1,059 (+3.8%)
$22,100 + $60,150
$82,250
2008
$1,021
$22,153 + $60,293
$82,446
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
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
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
Exterior
Exterior Information
Building Type: Single Family
Pool Information
Pool Type: Spa
Has Pool
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 2,010
Building Sq. Ft: 2,010
Legal Description: TR 2284 LOT 10 ALL -EX NWLY 8 FT-
Parking & Garage Information
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 400
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 11,340
Legal Lot Number: 10
Acres: 0.2603
County Use Description: SINGLE FAM RESIDENCE
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,010
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Orange County
APN: 29344110
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Arovista Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
Brea Junior High School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
Brea-Olinda High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
9/10
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