438 Malvern Ave, Fullerton, CA 92832
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OFF MARKET

$1,143,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 2, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,608 sqft
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,608 sqft

438 Malvern Ave, Fullerton, CA 92832

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
1,608 sqft
Price/Sqft
$711

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

This beautiful Craftsman bungalow is not your typical rental! Featuring a welcoming front porch, custom stained glass entry doors and wood detailing throughout. Spacious floorplan includes 3 bedrooms plus a bonus room/office.
Built in 1923, it has been lovingly restored and includes:
- Hardwood floors through living rooms, bonus room & bedrooms
- Large kitchen with gas range, moveable Boos butcher block island & built-in dining
- Inside porch laundry with large pantry
- Spacious primary bedroom with attached dressing area/small office option
- 1 & 3/4 baths with custom tile details
- Entertainer's backyard features a plunge pool with lounging area and thoughtful landscaping for maximum privacy
*Patio furniture and weekly pool service included in rental
- A cat-lover's dream! Portal from primary bedroom to large outdoor cat recreation pen to keep kitty safe & happy!
- 2-Car detached garage with enclosed office with wall AC

* Interior is provided unfurnished
*Landscaping & pool service included in rent - resident pays all other utilities

~Located in the Historic Downtown Fullerton Preservation Zone~
~Walking distance to restaurants, shopping, nature trails and the Fullerton Transportation Center
438 Malvern Ave, Fullerton, CA 92832 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,608 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $525,000 on Nov 20, 2009 (10,725% above the $4,850 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2025 with an asking price of $4,850 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 22, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,143,800, with a rent estimate of $4,965/month.

Home Details for 438 Malvern Ave

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher

Comparable Sales for 438 Malvern Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
418 Del Monte W, Fullerton, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
08/13/26
3
2
1,949 sqft
761 Oceanview Dr, Fullerton, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
06/04/26
3
2
1,702 sqft
704 Grandview Ave, Fullerton, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
05/22/26
3
2
1,518 sqft
809 N Ford Ave, Fullerton, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,190,000
06/29/26
4
2
1,781 sqft
211 Malvern Ave, Fullerton, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,025,000
09/16/25
3
1.5
1,270 sqft
840 Grandview Ave, Fullerton, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$1,382,000
02/06/26
3
2
1,626 sqft
714 Oceanview Dr, Fullerton, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
07/31/26
3
2
1,870 sqft
142 W Brookdale Pl, Fullerton, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$1,070,000
02/20/26
3
2
1,400 sqft
229 W Brookdale Pl, Fullerton, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,234,000
08/26/26
3
2
2,165 sqft
301 Malvern Ave, Fullerton, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,390,000
04/30/26
3
3
1,660 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Fullerton

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$4,965/mo
Average rent
$2.6K
$100MoM
Available listings
205
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What Locals Say about Fullerton

At least 877 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 62 % Say parking is easy

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 54 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say there's wildlife

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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    "Very quite and safe neighborhood shopping center is five minutes drive my kids school its across street "
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    "Near the 55 fwy, 91 fwy and 5 fwy, so it is very easy to get from point “A” to point “B”. Not too far from Angels Stadium or Disneyland."
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  • Evergreenoakskin
    "None. The neighborhood is not friendly, houses are far apart and it’s not maintained by the city. The streets are terrible and have not been repaved in a very long time "
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    "This is a tight family oriented city that has class style and character. Weather is always amazing and the schools are rich in history."
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    "It’s a nice community of people. No one seems to have malicious intent. A lot of neighbors are pretty respectful."
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  • Jack
    "World champion little league team, Fourth of July celebration, New Years Eve First Night downtown, farmers market, summer concerts, public exercise areas, hiking trails and more. "
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    "Bus service is wonderful and just two blocks away. Grocery store, Two Wal -Mart’s, Brea Mall, Buena Park mall, no problem. "
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  • Han Y. P.
    "very kind human being, there are many parks. crime safe. people can walk on street even night. very good place"
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  • Wendy C.
    "I've lived here for 3 years and it's a safe school,safe park and safe area all around,all the stores arrived convieniently located.I feel safe to shop in this town."
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  • Cliffordberkley
    "Great for families...farmers markets. Small town feel...downtown Fullerton has amazing restaurants. "
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    "safe neighborhood , everyone keeps to themself lots of kids around here lovely place to live and go to school"
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  • Kristin C.
    "there are a good amount of dog owners and lots of dog parks in a short area, also close to dog beach "
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    "Great location to the 5 and 91 freeways. Market and drug store close. I don’t drive much anymore there no where to go that’s free so I’m home 365 days a year"
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    "Halloween is awesome here. Lots of people always out walking and running. Down to earth feeling. Close to downtown restaurants. "
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    "A dog park is close stores close coffee shop market restaurants gas station freeway close banks park on bus line "
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    "Church events for adults and kids alike,Carnivals,Bingo,sports at the parks. Safe night walks,very neighborly."
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    "Easy access to groceries restaurants nightlife, relatively safe but homeless population around the area"
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    "I like to go to the farmers market love to walk downtown watch people at train station go Hillcrest park Laguna lake. It’s also nice to know the retail workers in the neighborhood where I shop. "
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    "its so expensive to live here and the schools around stink. I wish I could have left here long ago. Fullerton is okay but so expensive."
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    "Very close to major freeways, which is really nice, but I don’t need to commute so it doesn’t impact me."
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    "Homeless around the neighborhood and sleeping in the sidewalks. More policearound would be great as well "
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    "Most villagers talk privately in the morning and evening, when they doing exercise or walking with pet."
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    "There are plenty of people with dogs and many good trails/park for hiking. I often see families walking their dogs in the evenings and morning. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 22, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,850
Aug 13, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,850
Nov 20, 2009
Source: N/A
Sold
$525,000
Sep 20, 2001
Source: N/A
Sold
$375,000
Jul 1, 1998
Source: N/A
Sold
$234,000

Frequently asked questions about 438 Malvern Ave

  • What is 438 Malvern Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 438 Malvern Ave in Fullerton, CA is $1,143,800.
  • What is the price history for 438 Malvern Ave?
    438 Malvern Ave in Fullerton, CA last sold for $525,000 in November 2009.
  • Is Fullerton a buyer's or seller's market?
    Fullerton is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Fullerton?
    The median sale price in Fullerton is $967K. That is down $5K from the prior month.

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