Come back to yesteryear without leaving the comforts of today. This stunning home, nestled in the highly desirable Gainsborough North area, where neighbors are neighborly and holidays are celebrations, invites you in from the moment your eyes meet the bright red door and beautiful brick pathway. The charm only starts outside, and continues through the vaulted open beam ceilings in the living room with the wall of windows looking out to the solar heated pool, and the spacious family room that opens to the beautifully upgraded kitchen. With three bedrooms and a full bathroom on the main floor, the layout flows naturally, maximizes space, and supports multiple lifestyles. Upstairs, the master suite offers luxury and privacy with its vaulted open beam ceilings, wood floors, floor-to-ceiling library shelving, and a walk-in-closet that dreams are made of. The backyard oasis boasts multiple living spaces; be it around the pool, across its spacious BBQ area, or the putting green and pavers, the entertaining options are endless. Multiple mature trees grace the yard, including avocado, lime, orange, grapefruit, lemon, plumeria, tulip and more. Storage abounds in the walk-in attic space as well as the large garage. This home is filled with light, charm, and comfort - don’t wait to fill it with your memories too!
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
9,200 sq ftLot Size
$578Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by BROOKE MILLER•DRE #01463771• HOMESMART, EVERGREEN REALTY
Bought with BROOKE MILLER•DRE #01463771• HOMESMART, EVERGREEN REALTY
Come back to yesteryear without leaving the comforts of today. This stunning home, nestled in the highly desirable Gainsborough North area, where neighbors are neighborly and holidays are celebrations, invites you in from the moment your eyes meet the bright red door and beautiful brick pathway. The charm only starts outside, and continues through the vaulted open beam ceilings in the living room with the wall of windows looking out to the solar heated pool, and the spacious family room that opens to the beautifully upgraded kitchen. With three bedrooms and a full bathroom on the main floor, the layout flows naturally, maximizes space, and supports multiple lifestyles. Upstairs, the master suite offers luxury and privacy with its vaulted open beam ceilings, wood floors, floor-to-ceiling library shelving, and a walk-in-closet that dreams are made of. The backyard oasis boasts multiple living spaces; be it around the pool, across its spacious BBQ area, or the putting green and pavers, the entertaining options are endless. Multiple mature trees grace the yard, including avocado, lime, orange, grapefruit, lemon, plumeria, tulip and more. Storage abounds in the walk-in attic space as well as the large garage. This home is filled with light, charm, and comfort - don’t wait to fill it with your memories too!
CRMLS #PW13222502
Jan 8, 2014
Sold
$700,000
$252/sq ft
Nov 17, 2013
Pending
—
Nov 1, 2013
Listed
$700,000
$252/sq ft
Newly upgraded home in highly desirable Gainsborough North area. 4 Bedrooms, den, 3 bath. Living room has vaulted ceiling w/ exposed beams and a wall of windows looking out to the solar heated pool. Area adjacent to pool designed for outdoor kitchen with water and gas connections. Family room - dining room also has wall of windows looking to the pool. All new and upgraded kitchen is huge and opens to the dining room/family room, has separate breakfast area looking out on rear yard with putting green. Area has gas connection for barbecue. Multiple fruit trees surround the yard. Huge upstairs Master Suite with separate den and kitchenette. Energy saving cam lights thoughout the home. Special large convenient storage area off stairs. The home has an open - light - fun atmosphere and is great for entertaining. Priced below appraisal price. Seller is anxious and priced home below appraised price of $715,000. Appraisal provided upon request.
CRMLS #P795339
Dec 12, 2011
Sold
$535,000
$193/sq ft
Oct 18, 2011
Pending
—
Sep 8, 2011
Pending
—
Sep 5, 2011
Listed
$539,750
$194/sq ft
CRMLS #P729039
Feb 15, 2011
Price Changed
$575,000
$207/sq ft
Dec 29, 2010
Price Changed
$596,000
$215/sq ft
Aug 9, 2010
Price Changed
$599,950
$216/sq ft
Jun 19, 2010
Price Changed
$624,495
$225/sq ft
May 23, 2010
Price Changed
$647,990
$233/sq ft
Apr 4, 2010
Listed
$649,990
$234/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 15, 1977
Sold
$98,000
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,516 (+2.2%)
$779,779 + $200,913
$980,692
2024
$10,285 (+2.2%)
$764,489 + $196,974
$961,463
2023
$10,059 (+2.0%)
$749,499 + $193,112
$942,611
2022
$9,865 (+2.9%)
$734,803 + $189,326
$924,129
2021
$9,586 (+0.9%)
$720,395 + $185,614
$906,009
2020
$9,497 (+1.3%)
$706,270 + $181,975
$888,245
2019
$9,374 (+1.6%)
$699,028 + $180,110
$879,138
2018
$9,230 (+15.5%)
$685,321 + $176,579
$861,900
2017
$7,992 (+2.0%)
$549,362 + $190,009
$739,371
2016
$7,837 (+1.5%)
$549,362 + $190,009
$739,371
2015
$7,723 (+28.9%)
$538,590 + $186,284
$724,874
2014
$5,991 (+0.1%)
$373,888 + $174,289
$548,177
2013
$5,983 (+2.2%)
$373,888 + $174,289
$548,177
2012
$5,853 (+89.8%)
$372,198 + $173,502
$545,700
2011
$3,084 (+1.5%)
$364,900 + $170,100
$535,000
2010
$3,039 (+0.8%)
$88,758 + $188,692
$277,450
2009
$3,014 (+3.0%)
$88,095 + $187,282
$275,377
2008
$2,925
$88,305 + $187,727
$276,032
Tax history for 563 S Kensington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,516 (+2.2%)
$779,779 + $200,913
$980,692
2024
$10,285 (+2.2%)
$764,489 + $196,974
$961,463
2023
$10,059 (+2.0%)
$749,499 + $193,112
$942,611
2022
$9,865 (+2.9%)
$734,803 + $189,326
$924,129
2021
$9,586 (+0.9%)
$720,395 + $185,614
$906,009
2020
$9,497 (+1.3%)
$706,270 + $181,975
$888,245
2019
$9,374 (+1.6%)
$699,028 + $180,110
$879,138
2018
$9,230 (+15.5%)
$685,321 + $176,579
$861,900
2017
$7,992 (+2.0%)
$549,362 + $190,009
$739,371
2016
$7,837 (+1.5%)
$549,362 + $190,009
$739,371
2015
$7,723 (+28.9%)
$538,590 + $186,284
$724,874
2014
$5,991 (+0.1%)
$373,888 + $174,289
$548,177
2013
$5,983 (+2.2%)
$373,888 + $174,289
$548,177
2012
$5,853 (+89.8%)
$372,198 + $173,502
$545,700
2011
$3,084 (+1.5%)
$364,900 + $170,100
$535,000
2010
$3,039 (+0.8%)
$88,758 + $188,692
$277,450
2009
$3,014 (+3.0%)
$88,095 + $187,282
$275,377
2008
$2,925
$88,305 + $187,727
$276,032
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,200 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1962
Sq. Ft.
2,525
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
09452211
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.
R-1-8
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of this chapter is to create and preserve residential areas for a range of housing types and lifestyles. These provisions establish use regulations and development standards which are intended to create the highest quality residential development, minimize land use conflicts, encourage the rehabilitation and maintenance of residential neighborhoods and implement the goals of the City's General Plan. The provisions of this chapter do not guarantee that the maximum General Plan density is achievable for all projects and properties. Development density is dependent on many factors including lot configuration, topography, unit size, development standards, neighborhood context and other discretionary factors.; A single-family residential district with a minimum lot area of 8,000 sq ft.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Housing-Mobile home park
Oct 14, 2021 • Final
Residential
Battery
Electrical
Solar
Jul 8, 2021 • Active
Electrical
Upgrade the main electrical panel to a higher amperage.
Electrical
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Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Total Parking Spaces: 5
Has Attached Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Direct Access, Driveway, Garage