PRIME LOCATION HISTORIC HOME WITH THOUGHTFUL UPGRADES. This registered historical landmark under the Mills Act offers a unique opportunity to own a piece of Brea’s history while benefiting from significant property tax savings. While savings vary by city, the Mills Act often reduces taxes by 40% to 60% for qualifying properties. Solar panels help keep energy costs down, and the property offers flexibility for future income with the potential to add multiple ADUs. Situated on a spacious 7,000 square foot lot with rear vehicular access, the property is ideal for RV or boat parking. Known as the Glen Dunkle House #54, this 1923 home is located within the Redwood Avenue Historic Area and is recognized by the Brea Historical Society. The two bedroom home blends original character with practical updates. Interior highlights include a tiled fireplace, new laminate flooring, fresh paint, cedar lined closets, ceiling fans, and abundant natural light throughout. Handmade stained glass windows and a hand painted kitchen backsplash add unique, one of a kind character you will not find in newer homes. The bathroom features a clawfoot tub, walk in shower, and timeless tile finishes. The kitchen is equipped with butcher block countertops, an island, ample cabinetry, and connects to an indoor laundry room and pantry. A covered outdoor room adds approximately 200 square feet of additional usable space. The backyard is filled with charm, offering fruit trees, a pond, stone walkways, and storage sheds. There is also access to a detached two car garage with potential for a studio, office, expanded garage, or ADU conversion. Additional upgrades include new AC and ducting, rear gated access, and solar panels. Located just moments from Downtown Brea, Brea Mall, shopping, dining, civic amenities, and highly rated schools.
Sold for $905,000
Listing Provided by: Coldwell Banker Diamond
Bought with: Re/Max Coastal Homes
$905,000
127 S Redwood Ave, Brea, CA 92821
2beds
1,118sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
7,000 Square Feet Lot
$906,100 Zestimate®
$809/sqft
$3,228 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listing Provided by:
Alex Horowitz DRE #00983521 alex@alexhorowitz.com,
Coldwell Banker Diamond
Bought with:
Marlene Lemus, DRE #01503706
Re/Max Coastal Homes
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW26014042
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Full Bath on Main Level, Separate Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Storage, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile
- Windows: Plantation Shutters, Stained Glass
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,118 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Boat, Concrete, Garage, Oversized, Garage Faces Rear, RV Gated, RV Access/Parking, Storage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Screened, Wood
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Vinyl,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 7,000 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Paved, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 31927407
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Patio Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Third-Party Owned, Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Biking, Curbs, Gutter(s), Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Brea
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Submit
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Sold | $905,000+13.1%$809/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Pending sale | $800,000$716/sqft |
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| 4/15/2026 | Price change | $800,000-11.1%$716/sqft |
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| 4/5/2026 | Pending sale | $899,900$805/sqft |
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| 3/21/2026 | Price change | $899,9000%$805/sqft |
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| 3/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $900,000$805/sqft |
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| 2/25/2026 | Pending sale | $900,000$805/sqft |
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| 2/7/2026 | Price change | $900,000-10%$805/sqft |
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| 1/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000+609.2%$894/sqft |
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| 2/18/1997 | Sold | $141,000+116.9%$126/sqft |
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| 8/4/1995 | Sold | $65,000$58/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,674 +10.4% | $207,759 +8% |
| 2024 | $2,422 -3.1% | $192,313 -4.8% |
| 2023 | $2,500 -4.9% | $202,018 -4.9% |
| 2022 | $2,629 +11.7% | $212,518 +13.2% |
| 2021 | $2,353 +9.3% | $187,801 +10.9% |
| 2020 | $2,154 | $169,417 +4.9% |
| 2019 | $2,154 +5% | $161,532 +0.4% |
| 2018 | $2,052 -1.8% | $160,825 -2.5% |
| 2017 | $2,088 | $164,918 +10.9% |
| 2016 | $2,088 +9.7% | $148,669 -5.4% |
| 2015 | $1,905 +4.2% | $157,096 +9.1% |
| 2014 | $1,828 | $144,050 -2.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $147,696 +10.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $134,087 +2.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $131,058 -26.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $177,901 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $178,325 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $174,829 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $171,401 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $168,041 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $164,747 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $161,517 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $158,557 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $155,449 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,640 +0.2% | $152,401 +2% |
| 2000 | $1,636 | $149,413 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92821
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Laurel Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Brea Junior High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Brea-Olinda High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Laurel
- Middle: Brea
- High: Brea
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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