From the moment you enter, you'll appreciate the light-filled, open-concept design featuring wide-plank wood flooring, recessed lighting, fresh designer paint, new dual-pane windows, updated doors and trim, and thoughtfully selected finishes throughout. The stunning kitchen has been completely remodeled with contemporary cabinetry, quartz countertops, designer fixtures, creating a space that is both beautiful and functional. The bathrooms have also been tastefully renovated with modern tile, vanities, and high-end finishes, giving the home a clean, luxurious feel.
The spacious bedrooms provide comfortable retreats, while the flexible floor plan easily accommodates families, professionals working from home, or multigenerational living. Outside, the generous lot offers plenty of room to entertain, relax, or explore the potential for an ADU (buyer to verify).
Located just minutes from **Cal State Fullerton**, this property also presents an outstanding opportunity for investors seeking student or faculty housing, long-term rental income, or other income-producing possibilities where permitted by local regulations.
With designer-quality renovations, a prime North Orange County location, and incredible versatility, this move-in-ready home is a rare opportunity that offers both immediate enjoyment and long-term value.
**Schedule your private tour today and experience everything this exceptional Placentia home has to offer.**
For sale
Listed by: eXp Realty of Southern Ca, Inc • Tina Marie Hernandez • Contact: 714-501-9995
Price cut: $20K (8/27)
$949,000
101 S Melrose St, Placentia, CA 92870
3beds
1,242sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1908
7,245 Square Feet Lot
$947,900 Zestimate®
$764/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 146 days
- 1,188
- 33
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tina Marie Hernandez DRE #01161076 714-501-9995,
eXp Realty of Southern Ca, Inc
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW26157269
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,242 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: East
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Park/Greenbelt
Lot
- Size: 7,245 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 33935318
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1908
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Park
- Subdivision: Old Town Placentia
Location
- Region: Placentia
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $764/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $670,343
- Date on market: 7/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 146 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$947,900
$901,000 - $995,000
$4,025/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2026 | Price change | $949,000-2.1%$764/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 7/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $969,000+49.1%$780/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 10/24/2024 | Sold | $650,000$523/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $670,343 +3.1% |
| 2025 | $7,903 +552.1% | $650,000 +1612.2% |
| 2024 | $1,212 +5% | $37,963 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,154 +6.2% | $37,219 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,087 +6.6% | $36,490 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,019 +0% | $35,775 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,019 | $35,409 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,019 +5.8% | $34,715 +2% |
| 2018 | $963 +4.2% | $34,035 +2% |
| 2017 | $924 | $33,368 +2% |
| 2016 | $924 +1.9% | $32,714 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $907 +4% | $32,223 +2% |
| 2014 | $872 | $31,592 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $31,450 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $30,834 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $30,230 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $30,005 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $30,077 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $29,488 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $28,910 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $28,344 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $27,789 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $27,245 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $26,746 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $26,222 +2% |
| 2001 | $462 +2.7% | $25,708 +2% |
| 2000 | $450 | $25,204 |
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