161 S Orange Ave, Brea, CA 92821
Master Bedroom - 3rd Floor
Guest 1/2 Bathroom - 2nd Floor
OFF MARKET

$842,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 14, 2026
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,650 sqft

161 S Orange Ave, Brea, CA 92821

Home Highlights

Townhouse
1,650 sqft
$510/sqft
Attached Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 161 S Orange Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Live two blocks from Birch Street. This 1,650 sq ft, four-bedroom townhome sits in the heart of Downtown Brea close enough to walk to dinner, the Improv, the farmers market, and the Regal, and about a mile from Brea Mall.

Inside

The main level opens to a bright living room with a fireplace, crown molding, recessed lighting, and oversized windows framing mature trees. Wide-plank luxury vinyl runs throughout no carpet in the living areas.

The kitchen was fully renovated: white shaker cabinetry, dark quartz counters, glass mosaic backsplash, and a full slate-finish GE appliance package including a gas free-standing range and oven, over-range microwave, dishwasher, and French-door refrigerator. A breakfast-bar peninsula opens to a dedicated dining nook with built-in bench seating and a farmhouse table (included).

Bedrooms and baths

Four bedrooms, including a spacious primary with a tray ceiling, ceiling fan, and three windows. The primary bath has a dual quartz vanity with vessel sinks, a separate water closet, and a fully retiled walk-in shower with subway tile, pebble floor, rain head, handheld wand, and frameless glass. Two additional upstairs bedrooms are bright and well-proportioned. The fourth room works equally well as a bedroom, home office, or gym it has its own ceiling fan, a large window, and sits apart from the sleeping wing for quiet video calls.

A renovated half bath serves the main level.

Included with the home

LG WashTower stacked washer/dryer with ThinQ smart controls in-unit, upstairs
Tesla Wall Connector for at-home EV charging (adapters available for non-Tesla EVs)
Keypad smart lock at the entry no key handoffs, code-based access for you and your guests
Refrigerator, gas range and oven, microwave, dishwasher
Dining table with bench seating
Central A/C and heat
Crown molding, recessed lighting, ceiling fans, LVP flooring throughout

The neighborhood

Downtown Brea is one of North Orange County's genuinely walkable districts restaurants, coffee, brewpubs, the Improv comedy club, the Regal theater, public art installations, and the Tuesday farmers market are all on foot. Brea Mall, Brea Union Plaza, and Ted Craig Regional Park are minutes away. The 57 freeway is under two minutes out, putting Downtown LA, Anaheim, and Irvine all in reach.

Laurel Elementary Magnet School of Innovation & Career Exploration (200 S Flower Ave, Brea Olinda Unified, K-6) is roughly two blocks away about a five-minute walk. Enrollment eligibility is set by the district; contact Brea Olinda USD directly to confirm.

Terms

$4,000/month | $4,000 security deposit
12-month lease
Pets welcome: $75/month per pet, maximum two, with a completed pet addendum. Assistance and service animals are exempt from pet rent under fair housing law.
Tenant pays electricity, gas, water, trash, internet
Renter's insurance required
Available September 1, 2026

Applications through Zillow. All applicants 18+ must apply. We accept all lawful sources of income and comply with the Fair Housing Act and California FEHA.

12-month lease
Pets welcome: $75/month per pet, maximum two, with a completed pet addendum. Assistance and service animals are exempt from pet rent under fair housing law.
Tenant pays electricity, gas, water, trash, internet
Renter's insurance required
Available September 1, 2026
161 S Orange Ave, Brea, CA 92821 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,650 sqft townhouse. It last sold for $750,000 on Mar 8, 2023 (18,650% above the $4,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2026 with an asking price of $4,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 3, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $842,000, with a rent estimate of $4,191/month.

Home Details for 161 S Orange Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralAir ConditioningCooling System: Air Conditioner, Central AirHeating Fuel: Central
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Townhouse

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Attached Garage, On Site

Comparable Sales for 161 S Orange Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
523 S Brea Blvd, Brea, CA
0.53
Townhouse
$870,000
06/04/26
3
2.5
1,646 sqft
284 Laurel Ave #5, Brea, CA
0.39
Townhouse
$654,000
10/20/25
2
1.5
1,162 sqft
273 Mountain Ct, Brea, CA
0.74
Townhouse
$815,000
12/18/25
3
2.5
1,780 sqft
636 E Birch St #D, Brea, CA
0.38
Townhouse
$615,000
06/16/26
2
1.5
1,104 sqft
149 Spring Ct, Brea, CA
0.77
Townhouse
$851,000
03/06/26
3
2.5
1,780 sqft
329 Surry Ct, Brea, CA
0.62
Townhouse
$705,000
02/27/26
3
2
1,281 sqft
364 Meadow Ct, Brea, CA
0.59
Townhouse
$560,000
07/08/26
2
1.5
1,162 sqft
2926 Persimmon Pl, Fullerton, CA
1.15
Townhouse
$863,000
08/11/26
3
2
1,617 sqft
340 Surry Ct, Brea, CA
0.61
Townhouse
$551,000
09/29/25
2
1
846 sqft
1434 Vista Grande, Fullerton, CA
1.36
Townhouse
$750,000
09/17/25
3
2.5
1,267 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Brea

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$4,191/mo
Average rent
$2.76K
$101MoM
Available listings
72
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What Locals Say about Brea

At least 324 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 70 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 66 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 60 % Say there's wildlife

  • 59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 41 % Say there are community events

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    "nice parks and many trails. lots of coyotes as well. dog parks just redone this year . local business are dog friendly "
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    "The lack of activity and traffic. It’s a very calm and safe area. Very family oriented as well. They are a lot of families with small children that live around here. Most people go the speed limit. Most people are very friendly and neighborly as well. We love living here. We are close to everything. It’s nice to have a car but you can walk most places. "
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    "It’s one of the most quiet areas I have lived in. Brea is a special place because no matter where you live in brea, you are close to EVERYTHING. "
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    "I work 40 miles away, so my commute sucks. getting back home with everyone else getting to and from the 57 is the worst part. if you can live here and commute off- hours, you'll like it. "
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    "the large parts of grass and walking parts, also the park close, also another community park close by."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 3, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,000
Aug 26, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$4,000
Price decreased by 5%
Aug 11, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,200
Mar 8, 2023
Source: N/A
Sold
$750,000
Feb 1, 2023
Source: CRMLS #PW22181130
Contingent
$749,900

Frequently asked questions about 161 S Orange Ave

  • What is 161 S Orange Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 161 S Orange Ave in Brea, CA is $842,000.
  • What is the price history for 161 S Orange Ave?
    161 S Orange Ave in Brea, CA last sold for $750,000 in March 2023.
  • Is Brea a buyer's or seller's market?
    Brea is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Brea?
    The median sale price in Brea is $1.2M. That is up $37.08K from the prior month.
  • Does 161 S Orange Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 161 S Orange Ave in Brea, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 161 S Orange Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 161 S Orange Ave in Brea, CA has in-unit laundry.

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