Discover modern elegance and thoughtfully designed living in this beautifully remodeled Country Hills Estates home featuring stylish upgrades and inviting indoor-outdoor spaces. This 2,748 SqFt, two-story home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, large bonus room, a designer glass staircase, luxury flooring throughout, a remodeled kitchen and bathrooms with quartz countertops, a black steel entry door, a separate coffee/wine bar, a luxurious primary suite with soaking tub, walk-in showers, water softener, and an attached two-car garage with EV outlet. Step inside through the striking black steel entry door into a beautiful entryway featuring a glass staircase and custom chandelier. To the right, a bright living room filled with natural light offers a welcoming retreat, while the adjacent dining room is perfect for entertaining. The fully remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, and a spacious island opening to the family room with a cozy fireplace, built-in shelving, and a separate coffee/wine bar. Downstairs you’ll also find a remodeled powder room, pantry, and separate laundry room with overhead cabinetry. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features an entire wall of closet space with built-in shelving and a beautifully remodeled ensuite bathroom with dual sinks, a separate soaking tub, and walk-in shower with multiple showerheads. Modern black tile flooring and gold-accented details complete the elegant space. Three additional bedrooms offer flexibility for family or guests, while an oversized bonus room provides versatile space for a home office, playroom, or additional 5th/6th bedroom(s). Two upstairs bedrooms feature individual AC units for targeted cooling without running the whole-house system. The remodeled hallway bathroom includes dual sinks, ample cabinetry, and a tiled walk-in shower. Additional hallway storage and attic access provide extra functionality. Sliding glass doors with custom plantation shutters lead to a private backyard retreat featuring a full lawn, built-in BBQ, and pergola with adjustable louvered roof, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. Combining contemporary style, abundant natural light, and thoughtful upgrades, this home offers comfort and functionality inside and out. Well located near the community pool/spa, tennis and pickleball courts, greenbelt walkways, great schools, shopping, dining, and entertainment, this move-in ready home is a must see!
For sale
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Diamond • Alex Horowitz • alex@alexhorowitz.com
$1,500,000
117 N Thistle Rd, Brea, CA 92821
4beds
2,748sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
7,280 Square Feet Lot
$1,483,000 Zestimate®
$546/sqft
$240/mo HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Alex Horowitz DRE #00983521 alex@alexhorowitz.com,
Coldwell Banker Diamond
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW26230743
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Bonus Room, Bedroom, Den, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Pantry, Dining Room
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Enclosed Toilet, Linen Closet, Multiple Shower Heads, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen, Walk-In Pantry
Pantry
- Features: Walk-In Pantry
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Water Softener, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, All Bedrooms Up, Attic, Walk-In Pantry
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Plantation Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,748 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Direct Access, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Association
- Fencing: Block,Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 7,280 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn
Details
- Parcel number: 32020104
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Gutter(s), Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Country Hills Estates (Che)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Maintenance Grounds, Picnic Area, Playground, Pickleball, Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
- HOA fee: $240 monthly
- HOA name: Country Hills Estates HOA
- HOA phone: 714-557-5900
Location
- Region: Brea
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $546/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,236,307
- Date on market: 10/30/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Submit
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,483,000
$1.41M - $1.56M
$5,172/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000+28.8%$546/sqft |
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| 3/29/2023 | Sold | $1,165,000-2.8%$424/sqft |
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| 2/20/2023 | Pending sale | $1,199,000$436/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PW23011564 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2023 | Price change | $1,199,000-7.8%$436/sqft |
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| 1/31/2023 | Pending sale | $1,300,000$473/sqft |
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| 1/22/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000+73.3%$473/sqft |
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| 4/22/2016 | Sold | $750,000-2.6%$273/sqft |
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| 3/2/2016 | Pending sale | $770,000$280/sqft |
Source: Reliance Real Estate Services #PW16007649 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2016 | Price change | $770,000-1.2%$280/sqft |
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| 1/14/2016 | Listed for sale | $779,000+83.3%$283/sqft |
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| 12/11/2001 | Sold | $425,000$155/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,236,307 +2% |
| 2025 | $14,112 +5.2% | $1,212,066 +2% |
| 2024 | $13,414 +38.9% | $1,188,300 +39.2% |
| 2023 | $9,660 +0.9% | $853,370 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,574 +1.9% | $836,638 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,394 +0.7% | $820,234 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,332 | $811,824 +2% |
| 2019 | $9,332 +2.8% | $795,906 +2% |
| 2018 | $9,078 +3.5% | $780,300 +2% |
| 2017 | $8,773 | $765,000 +44.2% |
| 2016 | $8,773 +43.7% | $530,368 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,104 +4.5% | $522,402 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,844 | $512,169 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $509,855 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $499,858 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $490,057 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $486,395 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $487,551 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $477,992 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $468,620 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $459,432 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $450,424 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $441,593 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $433,500 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $425,000 +109.5% |
| 2001 | $2,177 +0.2% | $202,881 +2% |
| 2000 | $2,173 | $198,903 |
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Neighborhood: 92821
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Olinda
- Middle: Brea
- High: Brea Olinda
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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