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Sold for $762,000
  • Listed by: Century 21 Discovery • Babette Carlson • Contact: 714-626-2000
    Bought with: Excel Realty
    $762,000

    140 Primrose Ave, Placentia, CA 92870

    2beds
    922sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1925
    6,750 Square Feet Lot
    $761,400 Zestimate®
    $826/sqft
    $3,200 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $761,400

    $700,000 - $822,000

    $3,200/mo

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    What's special

    Whether for a 1st time buyer, downsizing sellers, or for investment, this home is ideal. Come see this desirable single-story home on a quiet cul-de-sac street in the heart of Placentia! A wonderful opportunity to own a charming vintage California bungalow with thoughtful modern updates. Built in 1925, this 2 bedroom, 2 bath home welcomes you with a spacious living room anchored by a large picture window that fills the space with natural light. Perfect for entertaining, the living room flows seamlessly into the dining room and kitchen, which features quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Neutral tones throughout make this home a blank canvas ready for your personal touch. This home has been updated with recessed lighting, newer dual paned windows, and newer luxury vinyl plank flooring. Enjoy the privacy of a fully fenced backyard. A long, spacious driveway leads to a detached 2 car garage perfect for multiple cars or recreational toys. The lot is perfect for hosting the ultimate bounce house birthday party. With an expansive 6,750 sq. ft. lot, this usable outdoor space is ready for your imagination. Is there potential to add on to the home due to the generous lot size or even build over the garage for expanded living space? Picture your very own garden, play space, outdoor kitchen, pool, or entertainer’s patio. The possibilities are endless! The property also includes recently installed solar panels, adding valuable energy efficiency and cost savings. Home has new interior and exterior paint. Washer and dryer hook-ups are located inside the home, with additional hook-ups in the 2 car garage. The garage has been updated with epoxy flooring. Located within walking distance of Valencial High School and 2 miles from renowned Troy High School, Cal State Fullerton, and Fullerton College, and close to the 57 freeway, shopping, and dining. A rare find with character, functionality and future potential. Make an appointment to view this home today!

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    Listed by:

    Babette Carlson DRE #01020165 714-488-5964,

    Century 21 Discovery,

    Corliss Martin DRE #01395845,

    Century 21 Discovery

    Bought with:

    Vonn Vasquez, DRE #01434625

    Excel Realty

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW25248843MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bathroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
    Bathroom
    • Features: Jack and Jill Bath
    Bathroom
    • Features: Hollywood Bath, Tub Shower
    Kitchen
    • Features: Quartz Counters
    Heating
    • Wall Furnace
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, In Garage, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Eat-in Kitchen, Quartz Counters, Jack and Jill Bath
    • Flooring: Laminate
    • 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: 922 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Concrete, Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Paved
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Customized Wheelchair Accessible
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Entry location: ground
    • Pool features: None
    • Spa features: None
    • Fencing: Block
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: None
    Lot
    • Size: 6,750 Square Feet
    • Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
    Details
    • Additional structures: Shed(s)
    • Parcel number: 33904303
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Craftsman
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Foundation: Raised
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Termite Clearance
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1925

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
    • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
    Location
    • Region: Placentia

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $826/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $660,282
    • Annual tax amount: $7,940
    • Date on market: 12/12/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 3 days
    • Listing terms: Submit
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/1/2026Listing removed$3,200$3/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #RS26113171 Report a problem
    5/27/2026Listed for rent$3,200+45.5%$3/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #RS26113171 Report a problem
    12/31/2025Sold$762,000+5.1%$826/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #PW25248843 Report a problem
    12/26/2025Pending sale$725,000+18.9%$786/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #PW25248843 Report a problem
    12/22/2020Sold$610,000+1.8%$662/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #PW20220596 Report a problem
    11/4/2020Pending sale$599,000$650/sqft
    Source: Reliance Real Estate Services #PW20220596 Report a problem
    10/27/2020Listed for sale$599,000+30.2%$650/sqft
    Source: Reliance Real Estate Services #PW20220596 Report a problem
    4/28/2016Sold$460,000+0.2%$499/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    2/8/2016Pending sale$459,000$498/sqft
    Source: L.S. Gateway Realtors #PW16008804 Report a problem
    1/15/2016Listed for sale$459,000+41.2%$498/sqft
    Source: L.S. Gateway Realtors #PW16008804 Report a problem
    1/15/2016Listing removed$2,200$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Network Report a problem
    1/13/2016Listed for rent$2,200$2/sqft
    Source: Investcity Realty, Inc. #PW16007055 Report a problem
    12/28/2015Sold$325,000$352/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$7,940 +3.6%$660,282 +2%
    2024$7,662 +2.1%$647,336 +2%
    2023$7,505 +1.4%$634,644 +2%
    2022$7,399 -6.9%$622,200 +2%
    2021$7,946 +28.9%$610,000 +22.5%
    2020$6,164 $497,918 +2%
    2019$6,164 +4.2%$488,155 +2%
    2018$5,918 +3.1%$478,584 +2%
    2017$5,743 $469,200 +44.4%
    2016$5,743 +38%$325,000 +892.1%
    2015$4,161 +373.9%$32,760 +2%
    2014$878 $32,119 +0.5%
    2013-- $31,974 +2%
    2012-- $31,348 +2%
    2011-- $30,734 +0.8%
    2010-- $30,505 -0.2%
    2009-- $30,578 +2%
    2008-- $29,979 +2%
    2007-- $29,392 +2%
    2006-- $28,816 +2%
    2005-- $28,251 +2%
    2004-- $27,698 +1.9%
    2003-- $27,191 +2%
    2002-- $26,658 +2%
    2001$467 +2.7%$26,136 +2%
    2000$454 $25,624
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 92870

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Ruby
    • Middle: Kraemer
    • High: Valencia

    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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