253 W  Tulip Tree Ave, Orange, CA 92865
OFF MARKET
Listed by Dean O'Dell, Seven Gables Real Estate, (714) 731-3777 . Bought with Credent Real Estate

253 W Tulip Tree Ave
Orange, CA 92865

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,070 sqft

$1,165,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,917/mo*

$1,165,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,917/mo*
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,070 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

The GEM OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD! Welcome to 253 W Tulip Tree - where Designer Style Meets Everyday Comfort. This move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath detached Lennar built home is in a QUIET INTERIOR LOCATION of the vibrant Riverbend community in Orange - bursting with charm, light, and all the right upgrades. This model also has ROOM TO ADD A 4TH BDRM OR OFFICE WITHIN THE EXISTING FLOORPLAN, WHICH ADDS APPROX. 165 SFT. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by soaring ceilings, natural stone floors, and an inviting living and dining area - perfect for entertaining or unwinding after a long day. THE KITCHEN, RENOVATED IN 2020, is a total showstopper with WINE FRIDGE, LEATHERED QUARTIZITE COUNTERS, MOTHER OF PEARL BACKSPLASH, EXPANDED CENTER ISLAND, brass hardware, sleek glass and brass pendant lighting, custom cabinets, a warming drawer, pantry, and stainless steel appliances. The kitchen opens to a family room with high ceilings flooded by natural light. Downstairs also features a chic powder bathroom, automatic window coverings, and a FINISHED 2-CAR GARAGE WITH CUSTOM BUILT IN CABINETS AND EPOXY FLOORING. Head upstairs to your newly carpeted primary suite with a spa-like soaking tub, glassed in shower, dual vanities, and walk-in closet with custom organizers. Also upstairs is your laundry room, a full bathroom, and two more spacious bedrooms - ideal for guests, kids, or a home office setup. Step outside and enjoy a low-maintenance patio with PRIVACY TREES, TRANQUIL WATER FOUNTAIN, STONEWORK, and plenty of room for seating and al fresco dining. With custom paint, recessed LED lighting, and thoughtful touches throughout, this home is truly move-in ready. Just a short stroll to the COMMUNITY POOL, SPA, RIVER TRAIL, AND PARK WITH TENNIS COURTS, BASEBALL FIELDS, AND PICNIC SPOTS —you’ll love where you live and feel at home here! This is the home you've been waiting for. It is meticulously maintained and ready for it's new owner!
253 W Tulip Tree Ave, Orange, CA 92865 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,070 sqft single-family home built in 2008. It last sold for $1,160,000 on Jul 14, 2025 (3% below the $1,195,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,165,400, with a rent estimate of $4,806/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$105/Monthly
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 253 W Tulip Tree Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2070 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Warming DrawerLaundry: Laundry Room,Upper LevelMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Family Room, GasSpa: CommunityHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Custom Covering(s), ShuttersFlooring: Carpet, Stone, VinylCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: 1Floors: Carpet, Stone, Vinyl
View
No ViewView: None

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TilePatio / Porch: Concrete, Patio, StoneFencing: WoodFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Door-Multi,Garage
Pool
Pool: Community, Association
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 65

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2008
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: TurnkeyParcel Number: 36042123

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,195,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jul 14 2025Possession Timing: Close Plus 3 Days

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Orange
School Information
Elementary School: FletcherJr High / Middle School: Cerra VillaHigh School: Villa ParkHigh School District: Orange Unified

Community

Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, PoolNot Senior Community

HOA

HOA Name: RiverbendHOA Phone: 949-259-7267Association for this Listing: California Regional MLSHas an HOAHOA Fee: $105/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3615 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: PW25078835Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: dean@theodellgroup.comCommon Interest: Planned DevelopmentUniversal Property Id: US-06059-N-36042123-R-N

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Sport Court,Picnic Area,Playground,Pool,Spa/Hot Tub
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Dean O'Dell DRE #01060767
Seven Gables Real Estate
Bought with: Rixon Kien DRE #01246047, Credent Real Estate
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#PW25078835

Price History for 253 W Tulip Tree Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/14/2025$1,160,000Sold
CRMLS #PW25078835
06/26/2025$1,195,000ContingentCRMLS #PW25078835
04/22/2025$1,195,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #PW25078835
05/03/2011$470,000Sold
N/A
02/17/2011$489,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/02/2009$532,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Orange

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.17M
$41.5K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.2%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$632
$5
MoM
Available listings
204
4
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$10,886
Assessment$602,148
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 253 W Tulip Tree Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,205,000
12/24/25
3
2.5
2,248
0.10
Single-Family Home
$1,190,000
09/17/25
4
2.5
2,248
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,035,000
11/01/25
4
3.5
2,150
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,160,000
11/18/25
3
2
1,549
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,269,100
10/30/25
4
2.5
1,923
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,205,000
02/06/26
4
3
2,254
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
10/17/25
3
2
1,571
0.37
Single-Family Home
$1,055,000
09/17/25
3
2
1,573

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What Locals Say about Orange

At least 911 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 62 % Say parking is easy

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say there's wildlife

  • 32 % Say there are community events

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  • Brigdon.mills
    "Belmont Park and long quiet streets are great walking areas. Lots of nice bushes and trees to sniff and pee on."
  • Brigdon.mills
    "We have lived on Townsend Ave in Belmont Estates since 1990. We bought the home new from the builder, Standard Pacific. Early neighbors used to gather on driveways, potluck style, on Halloween every year. Hasn’t happened for at least 10 years."
  • Brigdon.mills
    "Orange is clean, friendly and you can’t beat the weather! Our neighborhood park is clean and well maintained. "
  • Cindy Li
    "I live in this area almost 3 years, I feel safe to walk around. And the neighbours are nice to each other, so Peace. I shop for convenience, not too far away my home. It is so wonderful."
  • Susan Queen
    " 50 years in this neighborhood it is Home to our family most of the neighbors are the same as when we moved in"
  • Cris Gomez
    "Friendly and courteous neighbors people in general are very respectful. Parks, churches, plenty of family oriented activities. "
  • Jodi Hayden
    "Busy streets and a lil sketchy to be honest.. in my community we are close and protective. We are all actively vigilant we all have cameras to"
  • The Gonzzes
    "There are many people with dogs in Orange and they walk them often. It is important to pick up after your dog. "
  • Johnny Chin
    "It’s a quiet neighborhood and street is safe. Plus, a wonderful park in a neighborhood with swimming pool, tennis courts, softball fields, kid playgrounds, and basketball court "
  • Crashcobb
    "Fantastic people, love the vibe here. The Circle is a really cool downtown, great food and an awesome atmosphere."
  • Allison Serrao
    "A community driven neighborhood where everyone is always looking out for one another. This neighborhood is friendly, walkable, and your neighbors are kind and gracious. "
  • Devon Roberts
    "I haven’t been living here longer than a year, but I’ve enjoyed it so far. Great proximity to amazing food which will always be a must for me. Good parks and well maintained roads for the most part. A lot of the people I’ve met here are actively employed, ambitious, and friendly. A very pet friendly neighborhood for sure."
  • Knfzkydnqq
    "I see many people walking their dogs daily, near the pool is a decent little field covered by trees for dogs to run around on"
  • Peester992000
    "Just moved here for over a year and I’m very pleased with everything. People are diverse & friendly, many places to eat, every grocery store is locally around here, the streets are clean with strict citations for anyone not keeping up with the cleanliness, and all the holidays have been celebrated by so many festive neighborhoods, a true American city. "
  • Elaine
    "I don’t commute. I work from home. But used to work only 10 min away. Was able to get to work on time all the time. "
  • Cassiesoto2813
    "It is a beautiful area with lots of other families. It is very quiet and not too far from a hiking trail! "
  • Trulia User
    "we have movie nights, picnics, outdoor indoor sports , many beautiful parks my fave park it's ponderosa park it has a skate park a playground water park grills lots of tables in the shade "
  • Trulia User
    "Love it here it’s quiet and neighbors are kind and friendly it’s also very safe beautiful flowers and kids are safe. "
  • Trulia User
    "Nice safe area that’s it what else it’s commercial oriented and hospital area hotels are great like the Ayers "
  • Trulia User
    "it's a great community, very friendly. We've lived here for 20 yrs with no issues and we have a great relationships with our neighbors."
  • Saj6780
    "This Great neighborhood to raise your family. Quiet, friendly, clean with equestrian trails, access to a park, open space well maintained homes. "
  • Erin W.
    "3rd of July fireworks show that the city puts on every year can be seen from our front yard and often one of the streets is closed off for the kids to play."
  • Scott B.
    "We love the neighborhood. Great neighbors. Excellent access to all that Orange County has to offer. The hills make for a terrific work out. "
  • Joshuajuarez
    "The circle always has events, trick or treating, street fairs etc. The parks are usually clean and for the most part well maintained. I play softball all over the city, and take the kids for bike rides."
  • Jonathan L.
    "traffic is bad in the orange crush section where the 5/22/57/55 freeways meet. typical morning commute to South OC is about 30 min"
  • Krossnissan
    "A lot of events happen in old town orange that bring the community together such as the international street fair and also trick or treating. Orange is a very family friendly community with great values."
  • Sherry K. L.
    "Orange is overall very dog friendly with a dog park. The larger apartment complexes are also pet and large dog friendly "
  • JAMES C.
    "people walk their dogs. my apt complex has a mini fog park. for the most part they clean up after their dogs and are friendly from what I can see but I don't own a dog"
  • Masatrvida
    "The neighborhood will s nice. Sadly because we have great views many people come up here at night. They park and sit in the vehicles to party etc. Most neighbors are nice!"
  • Elaine
    "Lots of people walk their dogs and there is a dog park not far from here. It’s always busy with a lot of dogs "
  • Masatrvida
    "Crime is low. People are friendly. Everything is close by. Most people take precautionary measures such as locking their cars and placing lights that illuminate the outside of their homes. Most have home alarms as well."
  • Paige B.
    "I drive everywhere so I don’t really know commuting but it’s not far from any bus stop. Why do I have to have a minimum of one right here this is stupid"
  • Katreena G.
    "Very nice. Good neighborhood. Close to a lot of retail stores. Not too far of a drive from LA. Also close to the beaches"
  • Natasha L.
    "We don’t have events in my neighborhood. This is a great neighborhood to live in! Very quiet and very special. Love love love the neighbors. They keep to themselves."
  • Sbrnmclellan1
    "My neighbors are noisy and disrespectful. The streets are too crowded and there is never any parking. The parks are allowed ok."
  • Natasha L.
    "There are good parts of the city of Orange and there are not so good parts. I love living in East orange. The hills are beautiful and everything is kept clean. The parks are nice and have good picnic areas. "
  • Danielle L.
    "As a single Female parent I want to know authentic and REAL crime data report. We all need to feel safe at night. Additional as a teacher, I look for the suspension rates at each school and compare that data. "
  • Olivia I.
    "Easy commute with all freeway entrances nearby. Great array of restaurants and ice cream shops in the circle. "
  • Nicholascmacklin
    "Local access to stores and restaurants. Family friendly and welcomes pets. Also very close to medical centers and the mall."
  • Romanfrancisco092
    "I've lived here for over 20 years and let me tell you at once it was a nice nieghborhood but now it's over populated no parking for one vehicle.people hog all the space.adults pee in public while women and children look"

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