Imagine coming home to a classic Huntington Beach cottage with the freedom to make it your own. Tucked near the heart of Downtown Huntington Beach, 817 Delaware offers a rare combination of vintage character, an oversized lot, and an opportunity to create something uniquely yours. Set on a lot of more than 4,000 square feet, this 1920s residence is full of charm and offers possibilities that extend well beyond its current footprint.
Inside, the home retains many of the details that give older Huntington Beach cottages their distinctive character, complemented by thoughtful updates made over the years. The inviting living space features a fireplace and vinyl flooring, while a dedicated laundry room adds everyday convenience. Outside, the generous lot provides valuable space and flexibility, with a private driveway and detached one-car garage offering additional parking and storage.
The property's size and existing improvements create an exciting opportunity for those looking to preserve the charm of the current home while exploring future improvements or expansion. Whether you envision restoring the cottage, thoughtfully updating the existing home, or creating a larger vision for the property, the possibilities are yours to explore.
Located just minutes from Downtown Huntington Beach, Main Street, the beach, Huntington Beach Pier, and Pacific City, the property places you close to the restaurants, shops, surf, and coastal energy that define the area. It's a location that makes it easy to enjoy everything Huntington Beach has to offer while coming home to a property with its own character and sense of possibility.
For sale
Listed by: Compass • Nik Hennessee • Contact: 714-606-7054
$1,395,000
817 Delaware St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
2beds
702sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
4,050 Square Feet Lot
$1,354,200 Zestimate®
$1,987/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Nik Hennessee DRE #02218417 714-606-7054,
Compass
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW26210443
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Other
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- All Bedrooms Down, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 702 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,050 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 02421107
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Downtown Area (Down)
Location
- Region: Huntington Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,987/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $766,707
- Date on market: 10/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 10 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
Estimated market value
$1,354,200
$1.29M - $1.42M
$3,208/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+3.3%$1,987/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Sold | $1,350,000+5.9%$1,923/sqft |
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| 5/8/2026 | Pending sale | $1,275,000$1,816/sqft |
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| 4/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000$1,816/sqft |
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| 4/19/2026 | Pending sale | $1,275,000$1,816/sqft |
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| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000+65.6%$1,816/sqft |
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| 7/29/2015 | Listing removed | $2,800$4/sqft |
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| 7/15/2015 | Listed for rent | $2,800$4/sqft |
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| 6/1/2008 | Listing removed | $770,000$1,097/sqft |
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| 3/5/2008 | Listed for sale | $770,000+48.4%$1,097/sqft |
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| 5/30/2003 | Sold | $519,000+130.7%$739/sqft |
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| 3/12/1998 | Sold | $225,000$321/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $766,707 +2% |
| 2025 | $8,590 +1.8% | $751,674 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,438 +1.3% | $736,936 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,327 +2.7% | $722,487 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,109 +1.9% | $708,321 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,959 +0.7% | $694,433 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,908 | $687,313 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,908 +1.2% | $673,837 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,814 +2.9% | $660,625 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,592 | $647,672 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,592 +4.6% | $634,973 +5.5% |
| 2015 | $7,255 +14.3% | $602,000 +8.1% |
| 2014 | $6,345 | $556,960 +18% |
| 2013 | -- | $472,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $472,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $472,000 -4.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $492,000 -14% |
| 2009 | -- | $572,267 |
| 2008 | -- | $572,267 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $561,047 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $550,047 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $539,262 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $528,689 +117.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $243,546 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $238,771 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,380 -2.6% | $234,090 +2% |
| 2000 | $2,444 | $229,500 |
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