Welcome to 242 Garfield Avenue — a beautifully reimagined contemporary residence blending sophistication, comfort, and California style. This 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers 2,278 sq. ft. of meticulously curated living space on an 8,000 sq. ft. corner lot. Every detail has been designed for elegance and ease, from soaring vaulted ceilings and exposed beams to wide-plank LVP flooring and designer lighting. The open-concept layout highlights a chef’s kitchen with custom oak cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a peninsula that opens to the dining area and inviting living room with a statement fireplace. A second fireplace anchors the family room, where the bifold glass doors reveal a sparkling pool and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Upstairs, all bedrooms offer a peaceful space, including a luxurious primary suite with an electric custom fireplace, walk-in closet, and an en-suite bathroom. The primary bedroom also features a rooftop deck. Other great features include new AC unit, a spacious 3-car garage. Set in a quiet, desirable Placentia neighborhood close to parks, top schools, and local amenities — this residence defines modern luxury living. Schedule your showing today!
Sold for $1,406,100
Listing Provided by: Zutila, Inc.
Bought with: First Residential Realty
$1,406,100
242 Garfield Ave, Placentia, CA 92870
4beds
2,278sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
8,000 Square Feet Lot
$1,405,900 Zestimate®
$617/sqft
$5,421 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,405,900
$1.29M - $1.52M
$5,421/mo
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Listing Provided by:
Lily Barajas DRE #02100540 714-350-9230,
Zutila, Inc.
Bought with:
Ali Ramezani, DRE #01124799
First Residential Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW25255743
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Dual Sinks, Granite Counters, Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Up
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Electric, Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,278 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: ground
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Private
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 8,000 sqft
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 33617407
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal,Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Placentia
- Subdivision: Other
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2025 | Sold | $1,406,100-5.9%$617/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #PW25255743 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2025 | Pending sale | $1,495,000$656/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PW25255743 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2025 | Contingent | $1,495,000$656/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PW25255743 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000+75.9%$656/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PW25255743 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2025 | Sold | $850,000$373/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC25150118 Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2025 | Pending sale | $850,000$373/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC25150118 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,616 +2.9% | $447,889 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,458 +2.3% | $439,107 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,335 +1.8% | $430,498 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,242 +2.7% | $422,057 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,105 -0.3% | $413,782 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,119 | $409,540 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,119 +4.2% | $401,510 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,910 +3.1% | $393,638 +2% |
| 2017 | $4,760 | $385,920 +2% |
| 2016 | $4,760 +2.1% | $378,353 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,665 +4.3% | $372,670 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,473 | $365,370 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $363,719 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $356,588 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $349,597 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $346,985 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $347,811 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $340,992 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $334,306 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $327,751 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $321,325 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $315,025 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $309,252 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $303,189 +2% |
| 2001 | $3,199 +2% | $297,245 +2% |
| 2000 | $3,136 | $291,417 |
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Neighborhood: 92870
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Brookhaven Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Col. J. K. Tuffree Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10El Dorado High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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