500 E Alder St, Brea, CA 92821
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OFF MARKET

500 E Alder St
Brea, CA 92821

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,115 sqft

$1,018,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,165/mo*
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$1,018,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,165/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,115 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.02M
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$9K (+0.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$140K (+16%)
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 +80% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.02M
July 2026$1.03M
June 2026$1.03M
May 2026$1.03M
April 2026$1.03M
March 2026$1.03M
February 2026$1.02M
January 2026$997K
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
630 Laurel Ave, Brea, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$895,000
10/08/25
3
1
1,203
1525 Ponderosa Ave, Fullerton, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$875,000
06/29/26
3
2
1,022
677 Magnolia Ave, Brea, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$630,000
06/01/26
3
1
1,199
205 E Elm St, Brea, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$860,000
08/07/26
2
1
1,004
138 Locust St, Brea, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$689,000
09/25/25
3
2
1,211
616 S Poplar Ave, Brea, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$950,000
10/23/25
3
2
1,500
425 Cherry St, Brea, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,195,000
03/30/26
3
2
1,654
601 Cherry St, Brea, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,240,000
07/31/26
3
2
1,600
3113 Maple Ave, Fullerton, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$905,000
08/29/25
3
2
1,288
708 E Alder St, Brea, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
01/08/26
4
2
1,313

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
601 Cherry St, Brea, CA 92821
0.08
$1,240,000
3
2
1,600
Recently Sold
409 E Fir St, Brea, CA 92821
0.05
$1,209,000
3
2
1,800
Off Market
562 Magnolia Ave, Brea, CA 92821
0.08
$927,900
3
2
1,379
Off Market
615 Cherry St, Brea, CA 92821
0.09
$1,189,100
3
2
1,427
Off Market
625 Cherry St, Brea, CA 92821
0.12
$1,207,800
3
2
1,500
Off Market
339 E Alder St, Brea, CA 92821
0.11
$1,060,000
4
2.5
1,563
Recently Sold
633 Laurel Ave, Brea, CA 92821
0.12
$1,165,000
3
2.5
1,756
Recently Sold
321 E Fir St, Brea, CA 92821
0.09
$1,523,100
5
5
2,380
Off Market
425 Cherry St, Brea, CA 92821
0.09
$1,195,000
3
2
1,654
Recently Sold
708 E Alder St, Brea, CA 92821
0.12
$1,150,000
4
2
1,313
Recently Sold
327 E Alder St, Brea, CA 92821
0.13
$1,208,000
3
2
1,620
Off Market
301 E Fir St, Brea, CA 92821
0.11
$1,009,000
3
2
1,237
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1952
Living Area
1,115 sqft
Price/Sqft
$913
Parking
Garage

About this House

Great 3bed / 1bath CORNER LOT home with plenty of upgrades throughout in a neighborhood you would love to live in! From the spaciously remodeled kitchen to the beautifully upgraded bathroom, this house is perfect for that young family or that couple looking to down size. Custom baseboards and crown molding start in the open living room to the dining area, and from there you are led into either the family style kitchen or the long hall down to all the bedrooms. Each bedroom has plenty of space and it's own distinct character that you will love. There is plenty of space for your family. And dont forget about the oversized backyard with plenty of room to entertain and relax, and even extra space to add a pool or sport court if you wanted. There is also an unfinished, 400ft enclosed patio that could be transformed into a man cave or a kids playroom. Dont miss this beautiful home in Brea, it wont last long.
500 E Alder St, Brea, CA 92821 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,115 sqft single-family home built in 1952. It last sold for $880,000 on Oct 21, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,018,000, with a rent estimate of $3,240/month.

Home Details for 500 E Alder St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Additional StorageNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining RoomStorage
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: OtherPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1952
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7840 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 21, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$880,000
Oct 9, 2021
Source: CRMLS #OC21204026
Pending
$849,900
Sep 23, 2021
Source: CRMLS #OC21204026
Contingent
$849,900
Sep 17, 2021
Source: CRMLS #OC21204026
Listed For Sale
$849,900
Sep 30, 2016
Source: N/A
Sold
$575,000

Market trends in Brea

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.17M
$21.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.1%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$597
$7MoM
Available listings
80
2MoM
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  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 500 E Alder St

  • What is 500 E Alder St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 500 E Alder St in Brea, CA is $1,018,000.
  • What is the price history for 500 E Alder St?
    500 E Alder St in Brea, CA last sold for $880,000 in October 2021.
  • 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 $1.17M. That is down $21.17K from the prior month.
  • Does 500 E Alder St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 500 E Alder St in Brea, CA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 500 E Alder St?
    The lot at 500 E Alder St in Brea, CA is about 0.18 acres (7,840 sq ft).