281 Pine Ave, Brea, CA 92821
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OFF MARKET

281 Pine Ave
Brea, CA 92821

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,884 sqft

$1,096,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,721/mo*
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$1,096,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,721/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,884 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 281 Pine Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1961
Living Area
1,884 sqft
Price/Sqft
$582
Parking
Garage

About this House

Move-In Ready Single Story Cul-de-Sac Home Located in the Heart of Brea! Wonderful Floorplan with Long List of Recent Upgrades and Amenities Including: New Central A/C & Heating System, New Roof, New Copper Plumbing Throughout, New Water Heater, New Double Paned Windows, Sliders & Panel Doors Throughout, New Aluminum Garage Door & Opener, New Water Heater, Custom Fireplace with New Gas Line & Gas Logs, New Garage Attic Storage with Pull Down Ladder, Newer Kitchen Appliances, Auto Sprinklers, Alarm System, Possible RV or Trailer Parking, Gas Hookup for BBQ, Whole House Fan, Large Family Room, New Lifetime Vinyl Fencing, Great Location--Walking Distance to Brea Community Center, Brea Mall, Restaurants, Downtown & Much Much More!
281 Pine Ave, Brea, CA 92821 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,884 sqft single-family home built in 1961. It last sold for $479,000 on Jul 19, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,096,500, with a rent estimate of $4,558/month.

Home Details for 281 Pine Ave

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1961
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6969 sqft

Price History for 281 Pine Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/19/2012$479,000Sold
N/A
06/09/2012$479,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Brea

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.19M
$30.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.6%
0.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$604
$20MoM
Available listings
82
12MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,074
Assessment$589,847
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 281 Pine Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
604 E Ash St, Brea, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$820,000
12/18/25
4
2
1,471
1015 E Elm St, Brea, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,099,000
07/30/26
3
2
1,795
131 S Flower Ave, Brea, CA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$925,000
09/05/25
3
2
1,408
1121 E Elm St, Brea, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$1,295,000
09/18/25
4
2
1,579
320 S Redwood Ave, Brea, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,450,000
01/06/26
4
3
2,536
648 Pepperwood Dr, Brea, CA
0.46
Single-Family Home
$980,000
03/13/26
4
2
1,158
421 Sycamore Ave, Brea, CA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$850,000
07/06/26
2
2
1,304
227 S Poplar Ave, Brea, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$925,000
07/17/26
5
4
2,532
647 Magnolia Ave, Brea, CA
0.59
Single-Family Home
$1,070,000
01/29/26
4
2
1,998
616 S Poplar Ave, Brea, CA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$950,000
10/23/25
3
2
1,500

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Brea

At least 323 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 kids play outside

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 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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    "I like to live in this area for the lovey downtown. shopping, rests, mall and parks . It is clean, safety, and holidays time feels frita d warm. "
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    "Good schools, lots of families, several parks nearby, large mall, lots of restaurants, movie theater"
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    "Great area and community. Small town feel,great location with all amenities anyone would desire . Blue collar city with middle class feel. Freeway friendly and commute to most major areas reasonable ."
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  • Jessica Arias
    "The is a great neighborhood with an amazing community. Brea is a very safe city to live in with great shops and restaurants. Dog friendly community. "
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    "Safe and quiet neighborhood. Well maintained area, self contained with nice downtown area, mall, shopping restaurant variety with accessible, reliable medical care options nearby . "
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  • Paula M.
    "I see owners walking their dogs often and everyone seems very friendly and they pick up after their dogs."
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    "Lots of dog walkers in Brea. The neighborhood is safe has walking trails that many people take advantage of."
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    "Safest nerighboor I know. Good Schools and good environment to grow up in. Schools are very diverse. "
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    "4th of July celebration; Halloween event; concerts in the park; movies in the park; car show for Father’s Day; farmers market"
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  • Mayte A.
    "I shop and dine in Brea. It’s very well kept and there are many community engagement events for neighbors to meet."
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  • Noemi E.
    "Brea is a really safe, family friendly city. Its residents are very friendly, city is very clean, and well maintained. "
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    "Brea is small and community oriented. People who are starting their family love to live in Brea. Everything is close and nearby. You can walk to the local grocery stores, mall, bank, restaurants. It’s a real nice and clean city to live in. Not populated with homeless people. Schools are great. Life time friends are made. The kids can still play on the streets. Have great nearby trails that people can walk, ride your bike, run, jog, and exercise on the equipment. Great nearby restaurants. "
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  • Rileyandjosie
    "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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  • Silvia T.
    "It is so friendly and I love that people are nice and welcoming when they see you. Not like where I have lived before! "
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  • Michelle H.
    "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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  • Michelle H.
    "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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  • Kmoralez312
    "Downtown Brea has many events throughout the year for those that live in Brea and surrounding areas can enjoy"
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  • Asangelrick
    "the large parts of grass and walking parts, also the park close, also another community park close by."
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  • Courtney M.
    "We have concerts in the park, all kinds of farmers markets and weekend events on Birch Steet where they close the whole street. Such a quaint city."
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  • Ken
    "It’s a family friendly neighborhood with great schools and parks for kids. All the major stores and markets are local, and the streets and parking lots are logically planned for quick access. "
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    "What's not to like? Lots of grass and greenery. Plenty of places that are pet friendly and there's quite a few poop bag dispensers depending where you live. "
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  • Ramonv20
    "Everyone gets along and we all wave on our walks and watch over each other’s homes. Mail has been delivered by mistake and we still get it. "
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    "It’s safe, and everything is conveniently located. Schools are good, very family friendly neighborhoods. "
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  • Cyndilulu
    "A peaceful but fun community with a lot of local eateries, events, parks and more. Very family oriented."
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    "Brea is a quiet, small, nice area to live in. Very conservative. Brea has everything; parks, malls, freeways, nice restaurants, improv, movie theaters, different markets (specially healthy ones), and nice restaurants/bars. It feels safe to walk at night and I personally have never had issues with packages delivered into my home."
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  • TonyL
    "That all dogs are leased but you’ll also see some owners not picking up after their dog. But overall owners are very responsible."
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    "Great place to raise kids, sleepy neighborhood where everyone watches out for everyone. Lots of people out walking and some still don’t lock their doors. "
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    "My neighborhood is safe and quite as i live in a small community. Neighbors are nice, polite and very responsible and generally keep to themselves."
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    "Everything is quiet and everyone is friendly. You almost never see trash or animal mess either. Not much to not like. "
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    "I’m conveniently located just 3 minutes from the 57 Freeway, one minute to Downtown Brea, and two minutes to The Brea mall. This location is the most convenient I’ve ever lived. "
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  • NicoleDavis
    "I love all the nearby shops and boutiques are plenty of eateries not to mention everyone seems so friendly it willing to assist. "
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    "Easy. Take the 57 or local roads. Traffic always minimal. Right down town in brea. Near Fullerton, busses run all over. Low crime rate, parking everywhere, nice people. "
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    "Not much. There are a few events that center around churches but if you aren’t religious, you are left out"
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Frequently asked questions about 281 Pine Ave

  • What is 281 Pine Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 281 Pine Ave in Brea, CA is $1,096,500.
  • What is the price history for 281 Pine Ave?
    281 Pine Ave in Brea, CA last sold for $479,000 in July 2012.
  • 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 $1.19M. That is up $30.17K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 281 Pine Ave?
    The lot at 281 Pine Ave in Brea, CA is about 0.16 acres (6,969 sq ft).
  • Does 281 Pine Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 281 Pine Ave in Brea, CA has a garage.