817 Chestnut Ave, Brea, CA 92821
OFF MARKET
Listed by Steven Vartanian, First Team Real Estate, (714) 996-6070 . Bought with First Team Real Estate

817 Chestnut Ave
Brea, CA 92821

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,147 sqft

$1,487,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,005/mo*
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$1,487,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $9,005/mo*
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5 Beds
3 Baths
2,147 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Exquisite remodel just completed in this 5 bedroom 3 bathroom single story home in central Brea ~ A lot of thought and artistry went into the interior design of this home ~ Double doors open to a stunning entry with raise ceiling and skylights ~ Wide open floorplan which is so popular in today’s interiors ~ No cost was spared in this stunning kitchen featuring quartz counters, 2 toned custom cabinetry, upgraded 6 burner gas range, below counter microwave, kitchen island with counter seating ~ Kitchen opens to spacious living room and dining room with a wall of French windows that saturate the rooms with natural lighting ~ Chic and stylish upgrades include wide planked French white oak engineered flooring, recessed lighting, baseboards and neutral toned paint ~ Luxurious primary bedroom with ample room for casual seating area ~ Incredible remodeled bathroom with expensive soak tub, porcelain tile, leather finished quartz counters and a walk in shower ~ Additional 3 bedrooms in this wing of the home share a remodeled bathroom and the remaining bedroom ( perfect for an office) is located off the front entry ~ Convenient inside laundry ~ Enjoy outdoor California living at it’s best in this oversized rear yard with stamped concrete sports court, pool with slide, spa and patio areas ~ Other extras included a newer A/C unit, tankless water heater, garage with pull down storage and epoxy flooring and new exterior paint , black shutters and a blue front door ! This is a remarkable home that dared to be different!
817 Chestnut Ave, Brea, CA 92821 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,147 sqft single-family home built in 1955. It last sold for $1,430,000 on Aug 29, 2024 (13% above the $1,267,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,487,600, with a rent estimate of $5,272/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 817 Chestnut Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Bathroom, Entry Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2147 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Inside,Laundry RoomMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living RoomSpa: In Ground, PrivateHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight(s)Door: Double Door Entry, Mirrored Closet Door(s), Sliding DoorsFlooring: Carpet, Laminate, See RemarksCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: 1Accessibility: No StairsFloors: Carpet, Laminate, See Remarks
View
Has a ViewView: Pool

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Concrete, CoveredFencing: BlockExterior: Sport CourtFoundation: RaisedHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Direct Access,Driveway Level,Driveway,Garage
Pool
Pool: In Ground, PrivatePool
Frontage
Road 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: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Modern
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: Updated/RemodeledParcel Number: 28416208

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,267,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Aug 08 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: BreaCommunity: Other
School Information
Elementary School: ArovistaJr High / Middle School: BreaHigh School: Brea OlindaHigh School District: Brea-Olinda Unified

Community

Community Features: SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9324 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: NoneListing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: PW24152417Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 714-390-0671Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06059-N-28416208-R-N

Additional Information

Sidewalks
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Steven Vartanian DRE #00961752, (714) 390-0671
First Team Real Estate
Bought with: Steven Vartanian DRE #00961752, (714) 390-0671, First Team Real Estate
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#PW24152417

Price History for 817 Chestnut Ave

DatePriceEventSource
08/29/2024$1,430,000Sold
CRMLS #PW24152417
08/22/2024$1,267,000PendingCRMLS #PW24152417
08/09/2024$1,267,000ContingentCRMLS #PW24152417
08/05/2024$1,267,000PendingToActiveCRMLS #PW24152417
08/01/2024$1,267,000ContingentCRMLS #PW24152417
07/25/2024$1,267,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #PW24152417
04/30/2024$920,000Sold
CRMLS #PW24086091
08/29/2007$720,000Sold
N/A
09/01/1995$168,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Brea

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.16M
$30KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.8%
1.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$584
$9MoM
Available listings
70
12MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$16,553
Assessment$1,430,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 817 Chestnut Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
205 Juniper St, Brea, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,245,000
11/17/25
4
3.5
1,925
415 W Acacia St, Brea, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,130,000
06/08/26
3
2
1,662
1049 El Mirador Dr, Fullerton, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,283,500
05/29/26
3
2
1,980
544 Firethorne St, Brea, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,240,000
05/21/26
3
2
1,679
815 Mulberry Ave, Brea, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,025,000
08/29/25
3
2
1,257
2932 Charles Ave, Fullerton, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
01/06/26
3
2
2,200
920 Wildrose Dr, Brea, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,040,000
07/14/25
2
1.5
1,675
328 Cherry St, Brea, CA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$1,190,000
06/30/26
4
2
1,785
2940 Firethorne Ave, Fullerton, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,225,000
07/02/26
3
2
1,669

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What Locals Say about Brea

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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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