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  • Listed by: eXp Realty of Southern Ca, Inc • Tina Marie Hernandez • Contact: 888-502-0853
    $969,000

    101 S Melrose St, Placentia, CA 92870

    3beds
    1,242sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1908
    7,245 Square Feet Lot
    $986,900 Zestimate®
    $780/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    **Welcome to one of Placentia's most beautifully reimagined homes, where modern design meets everyday comfort in an exceptional location. Just minutes from the charm of Old Town Placentia, shopping, dining, parks, top-rated schools, and California State University, Fullerton, this fully renovated home offers the perfect blend of style, functionality, and future potential.** 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.**
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    Tina Marie Hernandez DRE #01161076 714-501-9995,

    eXp Realty of Southern Ca, Inc

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW26157269MLS LogoOriginating 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: $780/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $650,000
      • Annual tax amount: $7,903
      • Date on market: 7/18/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 99 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

        $986,900

        $938,000 - $1.04M

        $3,926/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/19/2026Listed for sale$969,000+49.1%$780/sqft
        Source: CRMLS #PW26157269 Report a problem
        10/24/2024Sold$650,000$523/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        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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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 92870

        Getting around

        80 / 100
        Very Walkable
        35 / 100
        Some Transit
        53 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating

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