Welcome to this picture-perfect bungalow nestled on a beautiful tree-lined street in Santa Ana's highly desirable Wilshire Square neighborhood, where timeless character meets modern convenience. Situated on an expansive corner lot, this beautifully updated property offers endless possibilities for homeowners, multigenerational living, or savvy investors seeking immediate rental income.
The charming main residence features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, blending classic architectural appeal with tasteful updates throughout. Fresh flooring, an updated kitchen, and a light, bright interior create a warm and inviting atmosphere while preserving the home's original charm. Relax on the adorable front porch beneath towering palm trees and enjoy the welcoming curb appeal that makes this home truly special.
Adding tremendous value is the detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath ADU—ideal for rental income, extended family, guests, or a private home office. Whether you're looking to offset your mortgage or expand your investment portfolio, this versatile setup offers exceptional flexibility.
Outside, the oversized corner lot provides abundant parking with a two-car garage plus an additional gated parking space, making room for multiple vehicles, recreational toys, or future possibilities. The spacious backyard offers plenty of room to entertain, garden, or create your dream outdoor retreat, while additional storage adds everyday convenience.
Perfectly located just minutes from Mater Dei High School, shopping, dining, parks, and major freeways, this home combines historic charm with an unbeatable location. Whether you're searching for a forever family home or an incredible income-producing opportunity, this property checks every box.
Charming, updated, versatile, and full of potential—this is a rare opportunity you truly must see to believe!
For sale
Listed by: Alta Realty Group CA, Inc • Megan Bixler • Contact: 949-698-3901
Price increase: $81K (8/28)
$830,000
1249 S Garnsey St, Santa Ana, CA 92707
4beds
986sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
5,558 Square Feet Lot
$844,200 Zestimate®
$842/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 26 days
- 3,942
- 267
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Megan Bixler DRE #01433347 949-698-3901,
Alta Realty Group CA, Inc
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26169521
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Other
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Laminate
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 986 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Safe Emergency Egress from Home
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: None
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 5,558 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 01310213
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Contemporary,Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Wilshire Square
Location
- Region: Santa Ana
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $842/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $699,249
- Date on market: 8/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 26 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Estimated market value
$844,200
$802,000 - $886,000
$3,926/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $830,000+10.8%$842/sqft |
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| 8/12/2026 | Contingent | $749,000$760/sqft |
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| 8/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,000+8.6%$760/sqft |
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| 7/27/2026 | Sold | $690,000+6.8%$700/sqft |
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| 8/31/2021 | Sold | $646,000+105.1%$655/sqft |
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| 1/31/2013 | Sold | $315,000-1.6%$319/sqft |
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| 10/20/2012 | Price change | $320,000+1.6%$325/sqft |
Source: Pacific Realty Co. #P821953 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2012 | Price change | $315,000-2.8%$319/sqft |
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| 6/16/2012 | Price change | $324,000+1.3%$329/sqft |
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| 6/3/2012 | Price change | $319,900-2.8%$324/sqft |
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| 5/15/2012 | Listed for sale | $329,000+68.7%$334/sqft |
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| 3/30/2012 | Sold | $195,000-18%$198/sqft |
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| 11/22/2011 | Price change | $237,900-4.8%$241/sqft |
Source: Elite Premier Properties #S676673 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2011 | Listed for sale | $249,900+8.7%$253/sqft |
Source: Elite REO Services #S676673 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2011 | Listing removed | $230,000$233/sqft |
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| 4/13/2011 | Listed for sale | $230,000+27.8%$233/sqft |
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| 4/8/2011 | Sold | $180,000-21.7%$183/sqft |
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| 12/6/2010 | Listing removed | $230,000$233/sqft |
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| 11/21/2010 | Listed for sale | $230,000-58.7%$233/sqft |
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| 7/11/2007 | Sold | $557,000+20.8%$565/sqft |
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| 3/3/2005 | Sold | $461,000+46.3%$468/sqft |
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| 8/8/2003 | Sold | $315,000+27.5%$319/sqft |
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| 7/12/2002 | Sold | $247,000+64.7%$251/sqft |
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| 4/30/1998 | Sold | $150,000+52.3%$152/sqft |
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| 12/22/1997 | Sold | $98,500+14.5%$100/sqft |
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| 6/12/1997 | Sold | $86,000$87/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $699,249 +2% |
| 2025 | $8,076 +2.6% | $685,539 +2% |
| 2024 | $7,868 +2.5% | $672,098 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,677 -25.2% | $658,920 +2% |
| 2022 | $10,263 +135.6% | $646,000 +80.3% |
| 2021 | $4,356 -0.2% | $358,356 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,364 | $354,682 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,364 +2% | $347,728 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,280 +4.8% | $340,910 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,083 | $334,226 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,083 +2% | $327,673 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,003 +3.1% | $322,752 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,884 | $316,430 +57.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $201,060 -19.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $249,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $249,000 +8.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $230,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $230,000 -26.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $312,000 -34.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $479,624 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $470,220 +46.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $321,300 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $315,000 +27.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $247,000 +52.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $162,020 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,718 -0.3% | $158,844 +2% |
| 2000 | $1,722 | $155,730 |
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