Welcome home to 236 S. Shaffer, one of the largest 2 on a lot homes in Old Towne Orange, just a few blocks from the plaza! The front house features a 2-story 4-bedroom plus office/den or 5th bedroom, 2.5 bath, with a main floor bedroom and bath. Large living room that has an entertainment area with a wrap-around bar, a fireplace that opens to the formal dining room and kitchen. The kitchen features a breakfast bar, center island, and walk-in pantry. A convenient "mud room” that has a guest powder room and laundry room. upstairs, 3 bedrooms including a 480 sqft primary bedroom, a walk-in closet, and a 250 sqft enclosed sun room. Lots of possibilities. The guest house, 431 E. Washington, features 2 primary suites, each has their own bathroom, a large living room, and dining area that is open to the kitchen with a breakfast bar. The larger primary has lots of closet space and sliding glass doors to a large private sun balcony. Over 4000 sq. ft. of living area combined, this is a one-of-a-kind, rare find in Old Towne. 4 over-sized single car garages, central heating and air in both units, whole house fan in main house, new blinds and carpet, and golden teak hand scraped wood floors in the main house. Beautifully landscaped grounds, front yard blooming with color, private yard has mature shade trees, patio areas enclosed with wood fences. Not only are these homes exceptionally large for the area, but the open floor plans make the living areas very flexible.
Sold for $1,840,000
Listing Provided by: Ricci Realty
Bought with: Ricci Realty
$1,840,000
236 S Shaffer St, Orange, CA 92866
6beds
5baths
4,000sqft
Duplex
Built in 1928
-- sqft lot
$1,849,100 Zestimate®
$460/sqft
$3,601 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,849,100
$1.70M - $2.00M
$3,601/mo
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Beautifully landscaped groundsWalk-in closet
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Listing Provided by:
Albert Ricci DRE #01011606 714-231-6058,
Ricci Realty,
Michael Ricci DRE #02251150,
Ricci Realty
Bought with:
Albert Ricci, DRE #01011606
Ricci Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW25252361
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Attic Fan
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceramic Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Mirrored Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: 1 Common Wall
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,000
- Total interior livable area: 4,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Faces Side
- Garage spaces: 4
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 6,464 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Sprinkler System, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Two On A Lot
- Parcel number: 39039405
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Custom
- Property subtype: Duplex
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Siding, Copper Plumbing
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Standard
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Orange
- Subdivision: Old Towne
HOA & financial
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/26/2026 | Sold | $1,840,000-7.9%$460/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #PW25252361 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2026 | Pending sale | $1,998,000$500/sqft |
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| 2/4/2026 | Contingent | $1,998,000$500/sqft |
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| 11/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,998,000$500/sqft |
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| 8/9/2025 | Listing removed | $1,998,000-6%$500/sqft |
Source:  SDMLS #OC25055277 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,125,000+32.8%$531/sqft |
Source: SDMLS #OC25055233 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2022 | Sold | $1,600,000+0.3%$400/sqft |
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| 7/19/2022 | Pending sale | $1,595,000$399/sqft |
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| 6/30/2022 | Contingent | $1,595,000$399/sqft |
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| 6/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000+30.8%$399/sqft |
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| 4/20/2018 | Listing removed | $5,000$1/sqft |
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| 3/20/2018 | Listed for rent | $5,000+11.1%$1/sqft |
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| 6/27/2017 | Listing removed | $4,500$1/sqft |
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| 6/16/2017 | Price change | $4,500-10%$1/sqft |
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| 6/7/2017 | Listed for rent | $5,000$1/sqft |
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| 5/23/2017 | Sold | $1,219,000-6.2%$305/sqft |
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| 3/24/2017 | Pending sale | $1,299,900$325/sqft |
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| 2/7/2017 | Price change | $1,299,900-3.6%$325/sqft |
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| 11/5/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,349,000$337/sqft |
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| 11/4/2016 | Pending sale | $1,349,000$337/sqft |
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| 9/30/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,349,000+42%$337/sqft |
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| 6/21/2004 | Sold | $950,000$238/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,192 +2.2% | $1,664,640 +2% |
| 2024 | $17,796 -12.3% | $1,632,000 +2% |
| 2023 | $20,288 +39.1% | $1,600,000 +20% |
| 2022 | $14,587 +2.9% | $1,332,879 +2% |
| 2021 | $14,176 +0.9% | $1,306,745 +1% |
| 2020 | $14,046 | $1,293,346 +2% |
| 2019 | $14,046 +1.8% | $1,267,987 +2% |
| 2018 | $13,792 +10.9% | $1,243,125 +6.8% |
| 2017 | $12,439 | $1,163,810 +29.8% |
| 2016 | $12,439 +28.7% | $896,465 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $9,669 +1.8% | $883,000 |
| 2014 | $9,502 | $883,000 +23.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $714,000 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $700,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $700,000 -31.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,025,871 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,028,309 |
| 2008 | -- | $1,028,309 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,008,147 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $988,380 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $969,000 +407.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $191,007 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $187,507 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $183,831 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,870 +2% | $180,227 +2% |
| 2000 | $1,833 | $176,694 |
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Neighborhood: 92866
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- 7/10Palmyra Gate MagnetGrades: K-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Yorba Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 5/10Orange High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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