36 Brena, Irvine, CA 92620
OFF MARKET
Listed by Michael Lockwood, eXp Realty of California, Inc., (949) 536-7615 . Bought with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

36 Brena
Irvine, CA 92620

Northwood
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,864 sqft

$2,423,900

Trulia Estimate
as of May 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $14,320/mo*
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$2,423,900

Trulia Estimate
as of May 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $14,320/mo*
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4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,864 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to 36 Brena, located in the highly desirable Northwood community of Crestwood Estates. This stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home features an office downstairs that can easily be converted to a fourth bedroom. Spanning 2,864 sq. ft., the home is perfect for families seeking both luxury and functionality.
Entering through the front door, you’re greeted by a grand staircase and vaulted ceilings, with natural light pouring in from multiple skylights. The formal living room flows seamlessly into the dining room, offering the perfect space for hosting gatherings. Moving further into the home, you’ll find a beautifully remodeled kitchen equipped with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. This open kitchen connects to the family room, which features French doors leading to the backyard, along with a stunning stone fireplace, creating a cozy and inviting space. Also on the first floor is a versatile office with custom built-in bookshelves, perfect for working from home or easily convertible into a fourth bedroom for growing families. Adjacent to the office is a well-appointed powder room, adding convenience to the downstairs layout.
Heading upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat, featuring vaulted ceilings, skylights, and both a walk-in closet and a secondary wardrobe. The ensuite bathroom includes dual vanity sinks, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. Two additional spacious bedrooms upstairs each offer generous closet space and share a full bathroom with granite countertops and a walk-in shower. Completing the upstairs is a large bonus room, perfect for a play area, family room, or media space.
Back downstairs Step outside through the French doors to a private backyard oasis, designed for ultimate relaxation and entertainment. The outdoor space includes lush landscaping, pavers, and a built-in BBQ area. The backyard also offers direct access to Hicks Canyon Trail, ensuring privacy with no neighbors behind. The home also includes a dedicated laundry room and an attached 3-car garage with ample storage space and finished epoxy floors. Additional features of this home include fully paid-for solar panels, providing energy efficiency and cost savings.
The property’s curb appeal is unmatched, with manicured landscaping, mature magnolia trees, and large windows. Located in an excellent community with top-rated schools, parks, and nearby amenities, this home is a rare find in Irvine.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from December 13, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
3 Car Garage
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$55/Monthly
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 36 Brena

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Bathroom, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Office, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2864 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Barbecue, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, MicrowaveDishwasherLaundry: Inside,Laundry RoomMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Family RoomSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 220 Volts in Garage
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: 1Floors: Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Trees/Woods

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ConcretePatio / Porch: ConcreteFencing: Wood, Wrought IronFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Door-Multi,Driveway,Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1979
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Construction Materials: Shingle SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 53011139

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,275,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Oct 25 2024Possession Timing: Close Plus 3 Days

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: IrvineCommunity: Crestwood Estates (Ce)
School Information
Elementary School: Santiago HillsJr High / Middle School: Siera VistaHigh School: NorthwoodHigh School District: Irvine Unified

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Hiking, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

HOA Name: Crestwood EstatesHOA Phone: 949-429-5831Association for this Listing: California Regional MLSHas an HOAHOA Fee: $55/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4744 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: Contingent on purchasing replacement property. Home IdentifiedListing Terms: Cash to New Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: OC24193278Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 714-604-8569Activation Date: Fri Sep 20 2024Back On Market Date: Thu Sep 26 2024Common Interest: NoneStart Showing Date: Fri Sep 20 2024Universal Property Id: US-06059-N-53011139-R-N

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Playground,Trail(s)
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Michael Lockwood DRE #01975011, (714) 604-8569
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Bought with: Shauna Covington DRE #00991380, (949) 412-8088, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Co-Buyer's Agent: Leita Covington DRE #01975011, (949) 395-3037, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#OC24193278

Price History for 36 Brena

DatePriceEventSource
10/25/2024$2,350,000Sold
CRMLS #OC24193278
08/27/2021$1,525,000Sold
N/A
11/01/2013$999,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/24/2013$999,000PendingAgent Provided
10/10/2013$999,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/26/1995$350,000Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$24,533
Assessment$2,350,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 36 Brena

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Sold Price
Sold Date
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Sqft
13 Seville, Irvine, CA
0.09
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$1,925,000
12/19/25
4
2.5
2,864
24 Brena, Irvine, CA
0.06
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$1,700,000
06/13/25
4
3
2,178
16 Encina, Irvine, CA
0.07
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$1,810,000
10/30/25
5
2.5
2,864
3 Heatherwood, Irvine, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$2,361,000
05/04/26
5
4
2,804
20 Laurelwood, Irvine, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$2,700,000
03/13/26
4
4
3,115
6 Heatherwood, Irvine, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$2,510,000
06/27/25
5
4
3,000
53 Oakhurst Rd, Irvine, CA
0.25
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$2,250,000
04/23/26
4
4
2,584
4 Abeto, Irvine, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
02/04/26
4
2.5
2,416
20 Bodega Bay, Irvine, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,980,000
11/21/25
4
2.5
2,113

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Northwood

At least 177 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say it's quiet

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say there's wildlife

  • 24 % Say there are community events

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    "Here is very Peaceful, respectful and educated people around us. I feel so safe when I walk alone for the grocery shopping near my my house. Here is so friendly for my dog to walk. I love there are many parks for my kids to play. Moreover there are many big trees, so shaded!!💚"
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    "Good for families, better schools and cleanliness. Neighbors don’t bother, no loud music, drugs or so on. "
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    "All areas are clean. They do have some plastic bags for dog pooping. Nice job cleaning! But while walking our dogs the street light at Roosevelt and Monroe are not lit-ten up so we couldn’t see where we were walking."
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    "good neighborhoods, safe and quiet. lots of places to take children like parks, recreational areas, and restaurants. irvine spectrum is also a plus "
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    "Movie night for the kids in the park and all the swim meets for the kids. There are parks on every corner"
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  • James Baker
    "Fairly quick commute, about 12 minutes, mostly on the I-5 freeway. Rush hour can add another 15 minutes, but this is rare."
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    "Quiet, well maintained neighborhood. Lot of families live in this neighborhood. Easy to hop on I5 freeway. Multiple parks for kids to play in too."
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    "It is a quiet neighborhood. the streets are well maintained. there are many parks which are family friendly. "
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    "My area has great access to I-5 and toll roads. Jeffrey road and culver can get congested but generally easy commute. "
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    "Beautully landscaped gardens, well-tended homes, well maintained infrastructure and very responsive authorities."
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    "It's a really nice, quiet family neighborhood. Neighbors will help anytime. Lost packages are returned. "
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    "Movies on lawn, nice area to live in. Lots of kids and many have dogs but pretty consistent clean up afterwards. The area and community are clean and safe. We have been here 3+ years and have enjoyed it very much."
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    "clean and friendly and privacy is maintained. quit community no notice, safety. but still considered expensive for all "
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    "So lovely, peaceful, safe, and quiet with friendly neighbors. I have been here for a year and I did not find anything wrong."
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    "Amazing amount of parks around the area! My wife and I just moved in last week and have already met several neighbors. "
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  • Jason T.
    "My commute to work is super close, but there are even closer options. It was a good first place to be living on my own though."
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  • Amyrivas714
    "I have just lived here for 2 weeks and so far so good, I have a lot of family in Irvine and I think I’m going to be right at home. It’s a clean, decent. nice place to live. I plan on being here for years to come."
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  • Zenakh85
    "I don’t like this place specially last 5 years, some people didn’t clean after their dogs , my car got scrash many different times, people parked in parking lot for months and didn’t move their cars and us we can’t find park after long working day . "
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  • Cheryl H.
    "I am retired. But when I was commuting, I used the freeways. My husband uses the freeway and the toll road for his commute."
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  • Gtmcfly
    "Love this neighborhood. Clean, safe and friendly educated people. Everywhere should be here! Pools tennis courts all kinds of outdoor opportunities!"
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  • Cheryl H.
    "A quiet friendly neighborhood. Close to shopping and the arts. Excellent schools. An abundance of parks and sports facilities. "
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  • Sarah H.
    "I work at home. My commute is great. If you have to leave the house during rush hour...good luck! Traffic has increased dramatically in the past 10 years."
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    "The neighborhood feels very safe, we know several of our neighbors, probably more than most Californians do. It's well-maintained and has a sense of community."
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36 Brena, Irvine, CA 92620 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,864 sqft single-family home built in 1979. 36 Brena is located in Northwood, Irvine. This property is not currently available for sale. 36 Brena was last sold on Oct 25, 2024 for $2,350,000 (3% higher than the asking price of $2,275,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 36 Brena is $2,423,900.