Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home located on a quiet, well-maintained street in the desirable city of Brea. Designed for both comfort and function, this single-level residence combines mid-century charm with thoughtful modern upgrades throughout. The spacious living room features soaring vaulted ceilings, large dual-pane windows that fill the home with natural light, and a striking stone fireplace that serves as the centerpiece of the space. The adjacent dining area opens to the backyard, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor flow perfect for entertaining. The kitchen offers generous cabinet space, tile countertops, bar seating, and stainless steel appliances, ideal for family gatherings and casual dining. The private primary suite enjoys serene views and a light, airy feel, while the additional bedrooms provide ample space for guests. A dedicated office area offers the perfect setup for remote work or study. Step outside to your backyard retreat--complete with a sparkling pool, spacious patio, and mature landscaping that offers both privacy and tranquility. Whether lounging poolside on a sunny afternoon or hosting a weekend barbecue, this outdoor space is built for year-round enjoyment. Additional highlights include updated flooring, fresh interior paint, central air and heat, an attached two-car garage, and an inviting curb appeal enhanced by a stone-accented facade and manicured front lawn. Conveniently located near award-winning Brea schools, shopping, dining, and freeway access, this home offers the perfect blend of lifestyle, location, and livability.
Sold for $1,250,000
Listing Provided by: Vimvi California
Bought with: Real Brokerage Technologies, Inc
$1,250,000
1223 El Encanto Dr, Brea, CA 92821
4beds
2,246sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
9,758 Square Feet Lot
$1,261,000 Zestimate®
$557/sqft
$5,502 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,261,000
$1.16M - $1.36M
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Sparkling poolMid-century charmStriking stone fireplaceAttached two-car garageMature landscapingBackyard retreatPrivate primary suite
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Listing Provided by:
Mark MacFarlane DRE #01795440 mark@vimvi.com,
Vimvi California,
Justin Fautsch DRE #02081966 626-669-1088,
Vimvi California
Bought with:
Kelly Nam, DRE #02236707
Real Brokerage Technologies, Inc
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-24476
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Separate Shower, Tile Counters, Tub Shower, Vanity, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Tile Counters
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,246 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Brick, Concrete, Front Porch
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Filtered, Heated, In Ground
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 9,758 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Sprinkler System, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 30313316
- Special conditions: Probate Listing
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Repairs Cosmetic
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights
Community
- Community features: Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Brea
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/12/2026 | Sold | $1,250,000+0.1%$557/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #P1-24476 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2025 | Pending sale | $1,249,000$556/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-24476 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,249,000+330.7%$556/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #P1-24476 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/1999 | Sold | $290,000+12%$129/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/1995 | Sold | $259,000$115/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,700 +6.5% | $454,632 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,354 +2.3% | $445,718 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,232 +1.1% | $436,979 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,174 +1.7% | $428,411 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,088 +1% | $420,011 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,039 | $415,705 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,039 +2.8% | $407,554 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,901 +3.6% | $399,563 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,729 | $391,729 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,729 +2.4% | $384,049 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,617 +6% | $378,281 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,354 | $370,871 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $369,195 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $361,956 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $354,859 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $352,207 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $353,044 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $346,122 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $339,336 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $332,683 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $326,160 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $319,765 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $313,905 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $307,750 +2% |
| 2001 | $3,242 -0.7% | $301,716 +2% |
| 2000 | $3,265 | $295,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92821
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Sierra Vista Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Washington Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10Sonora High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sierra Vista
- High: Washington
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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- California
- Orange County
- Brea
- 92821
- 1223 El Encanto Dr
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