285 S James St, Orange, CA 92869
SOLD
DEC 24, 2025
Listed by Stephen Thomas, Thomas Real Estate Group . Bought with Realty One Group West

$1,095,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,102 sqft

285 S James St, Orange, CA 92869

Est. Refi. Payment $6,824/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 24, 2025 for $945,000 (1% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.09M
Since last month
Increased$3K (+0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$94K (+9.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$150K (+15.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +97% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.1M
August 2026$1.09M
July 2026$1.09M
June 2026$1.1M
May 2026$969K
April 2026$972K
March 2026$976K
February 2026$968K
January 2026$961K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
338 S James St, Orange, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$1,199,000
06/02/26
3
2
1,422
3538 E Almond Ave, Orange, CA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$775,000
07/01/26
3
2
1,307
4225 E Court Ave, Orange, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$850,000
03/10/26
3
2
1,358
269 S Thomas St, Orange, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,149,000
11/05/25
4
3
2,006
18532 E Pearl Ave, Orange, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$850,000
12/19/25
3
2
1,247
235 S Dunas St, Orange, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,230,000
03/18/26
4
2
1,648
4244 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,260,000
05/18/26
3
2
1,500
690 S Prospect St, Orange, CA
0.59
Single-Family Home
$880,000
05/07/26
3
2
1,129

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
3805 E Roberta Dr, Orange, CA 92869
0.06
$996,900
3
1.5
1,102
Off Market
284 S Norwood St, Orange, CA 92869
0.07
$1,042,300
3
2
1,317
Off Market
269 S Thomas St, Orange, CA 92869
0.06
$1,155,700
4
3
2,006
Off Market
338 S James St, Orange, CA 92869
0.07
$1,199,000
3
2
1,422
Recently Sold
3638 Burly Ave, Orange, CA 92869
0.09
$1,111,300
4
2
1,425
Off Market
203 S Thomas St, Orange, CA 92869
0.12
$806,900
3
2
1,158
Off Market
3836 E Ruth Pl, Orange, CA 92869
0.17
$1,580,000
4
3
2,014
Recently Sold
3608 Burly Ave, Orange, CA 92869
0.12
$1,165,100
4
2
1,425
Off Market
171 S James St, Orange, CA 92869
0.15
$946,400
3
2
1,102
Off Market
3607 Burly Ave, Orange, CA 92869
0.14
$1,101,100
4
2
1,425
Off Market
464 S James St, Orange, CA 92869
0.22
$1,209,700
4
3
2,400
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 285 S James St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1960
1,102 sqft
$858/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

This charming California Bungalow is the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience. Complete with 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 baths, this home is perfect for a whole host of buyer profiles. An elegant and crisp front and side elevation make this home a showstopper from the minute you pull up. Boasting a highly desirable corner lot, this home sets up perfectly for a future ADU addition. With frontage on two sides, one could imagine a beautiful independently accessed ADU. Clean and manicured landscape, fresh clean paint, and an extra wide driveway with extra parking, give the front elevation plenty of utility without losing any character or charm. Enter an open and expansive family room, complete with recessed LED cans, large windows, wood vinyl floors, and an open concept layout perfectly located next to the kitchen and dining nook. Kitchen is spacious and finished with wood grain custom cabinets, Corian counter tops, tile splash, double bay sink, and quality appliances. The hall bath is finished with stain grade single vanity, Corian tops and a tile surround tub shower combo. All bedrooms are spacious and well lit due to the upgraded dual pane vinyl windows, wood slat window coverings, and wood vinyl floor. Theres no carpet anywhere in the house!!! The garage is a hobbyist’s dream with clean epoxy floors, fully finished drywall, cabinet storage, overhead lighting, pull down attic access, and direct home and backyard access. And last but not least, the sprawling back yard is a dream. With tons of grass and room to run, this yard is the benchmark for opportunity. Entertainment and parties are no problem with the spacious covered patio and rolling manicured grass. It also opens the possibility for large expansion, and/or future ADU opportunities. Other great features include, extra driveway parking, dual pane windows, ceiling fans, ceiling light fixtures, newer LED recessed cans, upgraded base, window coverings, spacious covered patio, potential RV or auto parking, and so much more. Call immediately for details..
285 S James St, Orange, CA 92869 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,102 sqft single-family home built in 1960. It last sold for $945,000 on Dec 24, 2025 (1% below the $949,888 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,095,200, with a rent estimate of $4,357/month.

Home Details for 285 S James St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Bathroom, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1102 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalLaundry: In GarageMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneSpa: NoneNo FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Standard
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: 1Accessibility: OtherFloors: Wood
View
No ViewView: None
Security
Security: Security Lights

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Concrete, Covered, Lanai, Open, Patio, PorchFencing: BlockOther Structures: Storage, CabanaFoundation: RaisedNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Concrete,Door-Multi,Garage Faces Front,Garage,Guest,Paved
Pool
Pool: None
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: 14

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Bungalow,Ranch,Traditional,Patio Home
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: TurnkeyParcel Number: 09448215

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $949,888Price Per Sqft: $858/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Nov 21 2025Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: OrangeCommunity: Other
School Information
Elementary School: JordanJr High / Middle School: SantiagoHigh School: El ModenaHigh School District: Orange Unified

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Gutter(s), Suburban, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6300 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: PW25254225Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: offers@thomasrealestategroup.comCommon Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06059-N-09448215-R-N

Additional Information

CurbsGutter(s)SuburbanSidewalks

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 24, 2025
Source: CRMLS #PW25254225
Sold
$945,000
Dec 18, 2025
Source: CRMLS #PW25254225
Pending
$949,888
Nov 22, 2025
Source: CRMLS #PW25254225
Contingent
$949,888
Nov 7, 2025
Source: CRMLS #PW25254225
Listed For Sale
$949,888
Mar 20, 2023
Source: N/A
Sold
$820,000

Market trends in Orange

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.21M
$34.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$646
$2MoM
Available listings
231
2MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Orange

At least 913 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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    "Belmont Park and long quiet streets are great walking areas. Lots of nice bushes and trees to sniff and pee on."
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    "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."
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  • 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"
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    "Friendly and courteous neighbors people in general are very respectful. Parks, churches, plenty of family oriented activities. "
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    "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"
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    "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 "
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    "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. "
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  • 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."
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    "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"
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  • 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. "
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  • 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. "
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  • Cassiesoto2813
    "It is a beautiful area with lots of other families. It is very quiet and not too far from a hiking trail! "
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  • 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 "
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    "Love it here it’s quiet and neighbors are kind and friendly it’s also very safe beautiful flowers and kids are safe. "
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    "Nice safe area that’s it what else it’s commercial oriented and hospital area hotels are great like the Ayers "
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    "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."
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    "This Great neighborhood to raise your family. Quiet, friendly, clean with equestrian trails, access to a park, open space well maintained homes. "
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  • 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."
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    "We love the neighborhood. Great neighbors. Excellent access to all that Orange County has to offer. The hills make for a terrific work out. "
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  • 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."
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  • 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"
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    "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."
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    "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"
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    "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!"
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  • 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 "
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  • 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."
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    "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"
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    "Very nice. Good neighborhood. Close to a lot of retail stores. Not too far of a drive from LA. Also close to the beaches"
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    "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."
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    "My neighbors are noisy and disrespectful. The streets are too crowded and there is never any parking. The parks are allowed ok."
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    "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. "
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  • Olivia I.
    "Easy commute with all freeway entrances nearby. Great array of restaurants and ice cream shops in the circle. "
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    "Local access to stores and restaurants. Family friendly and welcomes pets. Also very close to medical centers and the mall."
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  • Romanfrancisco092
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Frequently asked questions about 285 S James St

  • What is 285 S James St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 285 S James St in Orange, CA is $1,095,200.
  • What is the price history for 285 S James St?
    285 S James St in Orange, CA last sold for $945,000 in December 2025.
  • Is Orange a buyer's or seller's market?
    Orange is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Orange?
    The median sale price in Orange is $1.21M. That is up $34.17K from the prior month.
  • Does 285 S James St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 285 S James St in Orange, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 285 S James St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 285 S James St in Orange, CA has laundry facilities.

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