856 Williams St, Brea, CA 92821
SOLD
MAY 6, 2026
Listed by Chinita Stalzer, Circa Properties, Inc., (714) 203-6814 . Bought with C-21 Astro

856 Williams St
Brea, CA 92821

  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 4,036 sqft

$1,600,000

Last Sold: May 6, 2026
3% below list $1.65M
$396/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $9,806/mo*
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$1,600,000

Last Sold: May 6, 2026
3% below list $1.65M
$396/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $9,806/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
4 Baths
4,036 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.61M
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.1%)
Since last year
Decreased$103K (-6%)
Since last sale
Increased$11K (+0.7%)
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 +54% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.61M
July 2026$1.61M
June 2026$1.6M
May 2026$1.6M
April 2026$1.63M
March 2026$1.59M
February 2026$1.65M
January 2026$1.69M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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Sold Date
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4
3
2,493
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$1,300,000
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2,677
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0.58
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3,353

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1051 Site Dr #118, Brea, CA 92821
0.07
$235,000
2
2
-
Off Market
1051 Site Dr #288, Brea, CA 92821
0.07
$305,600
3
2
1,600
Off Market
1051 Site Dr #255, Brea, CA 92821
0.08
$199,999
3
2
1,280
For Sale
776 Casner Way, Brea, CA 92821
0.10
$1,485,800
5
4
3,673
Off Market
928 Baxter Pkwy, Brea, CA 92821
0.09
$1,325,600
4
2.5
2,342
Off Market
761 Charleston Way, Brea, CA 92821
0.10
$1,333,000
4
3.5
2,288
Off Market
958 Baxter Pkwy, Brea, CA 92821
0.11
$1,300,000
4
3
2,493
Recently Sold
1051 Site Dr #225, Brea, CA 92821
0.12
$195,800
3
2
1,344
Off Market
963 Baxter Pkwy, Brea, CA 92821
0.12
$1,188,200
4
3
2,677
Off Market
817 Hurst Pl, Brea, CA 92821
0.15
$1,315,400
4
3
2,677
Off Market
959 Matthews Ln, Brea, CA 92821
0.14
$1,373,200
5
3
2,493
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
2004
Living Area
4,036 sqft
Price/Sqft
$396/sqft
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
$180/Monthly

About this House

Ideal for multi-generational living or households needing dedicated work-from-home space, this thoughtfully designed 5-bedroom (potential for 6–7) 4-bath home offers flexible living across three levels allowing separation, privacy & functionality. With suites on each level it’s perfectly suited for extended family, older children or multiple professionals working from home.
The main level features flexible formal living & dining areas & an expansive kitchen with large center island, walk-in pantry, 5-burner gas cooktop, double ovens & an open layout flowing into the family room. The kitchen’s clean original finishes have been well maintained & offer an excellent opportunity to personalize cosmetic updates over time without paying a renovation premium upfront. An oversized main-level bedroom & full bath provide excellent flexibility for guests or a dedicated office.
Upstairs the spacious primary suite includes a large office or sitting area, dual vanities, walk-in shower, separate soaking tub, additional linen storage & custom his-&-her closets. An oversized loft with built-in bar is perfect for game room or media space. Secondary bedrooms feature walk-in closets along with full bath & convenient upstairs laundry.
The third floor functions as a true private suite with bedroom, bath, large loft & walk-in attic closet.
The low-maintenance yard provides ease of living while the park directly across the street offers expansive outdoor space including field playground tennis basketball & community pool and spa effectively extending your backyard without the upkeep. The backyard offers privacy with no direct rear neighbors featuring a custom putting green & lush landscaping. The lot sits elevated with trees & a landscaped walkway behind the property creating a pleasant buffer.
Interior living is quiet & comfortable with ample storage built-ins & driveway parking for four vehicles — features that support everyday convenience. Additional highlights include leased solar & a 1-year home warranty included for peace of mind. A rare opportunity to own over 4,000 sq ft in a highly functional layout designed for modern living.
Freeway friendly & conveniently located near Downtown Brea & the reimagined Brea Mall this exceptional home combines space flexibility & lifestyle in one of Brea’s most desirable neighborhoods served by highly rated Brea schools.
856 Williams St, Brea, CA 92821 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4,036 sqft single-family home built in 2004. It last sold for $1,600,000 on May 6, 2026 (3% below the $1,650,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,607,600, with a rent estimate of $6,259/month.

Home Details for 856 Williams St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Loft, Pantry
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 4036 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, MicrowaveDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Inside,Laundry Room,Upper LevelMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Dual,ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Family RoomSpa: CommunityHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, TileCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Number of Stories: 3Levels: Three Or MoreEntry Location: 1Floors: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
View
Has a ViewView: Mountain(s), Neighborhood, Trees/Woods
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Covered, Front Porch, PatioFencing: BlockFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 4Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 6Parking: Door-Multi,Driveway Level,Driveway,Garage Faces Front,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Porte-Cochere
Pool
Pool: Community, Association
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: 54

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2004
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: Updated/Remodeled, TurnkeyParcel Number: 30431102

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,650,000Price Per Sqft: $396/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Mar 25 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: BreaCommunity: Tomlinson Park
School Information
Elementary School: MariposaJr High / Middle School: BreaHigh School: Brea OlindaHigh School District: Brea-Olinda Unified

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Gutter(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, PoolNot Senior CommunityUnits in Building: 231

HOA

HOA Name: Tomlinson ParkHOA Phone: 714-508-9070Association for this Listing: California Regional MLSHas an HOAHOA Fee: $180/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4525 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: NoneListing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional, FHA, Fannie Mae

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: PW26013378Living Area Range Units: Square FeetBack On Market Date: Wed Apr 22 2026Common Interest: Planned DevelopmentUniversal Property Id: US-06059-N-30431102-R-N

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Maintenance Grounds,Outdoor Cooking Area,Barbecue,Picnic Area,Pool,Spa/Hot TubSource Internet Entire Listing Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 6, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PW26013378
Sold
$1,600,000
May 5, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PW26013378
Pending
$1,650,000
Apr 24, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PW26013378
PendingToActive
$1,650,000
Apr 22, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PW26013378
Contingent
$1,650,000
Mar 31, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PW26013378
Pending
$1,650,000

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

Around this home

What Locals Say about Brea

At least 324 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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 yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 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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    "I like to live in this area for the lovey downtown. shopping, rests, mall and parks . It is clean, safety, and holidays time feels frita d warm. "
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    "Great area and community. Small town feel,great location with all amenities anyone would desire . Blue collar city with middle class feel. Freeway friendly and commute to most major areas reasonable ."
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    "The is a great neighborhood with an amazing community. Brea is a very safe city to live in with great shops and restaurants. Dog friendly community. "
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    "Safe and quiet neighborhood. Well maintained area, self contained with nice downtown area, mall, shopping restaurant variety with accessible, reliable medical care options nearby . "
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  • Paula M.
    "I see owners walking their dogs often and everyone seems very friendly and they pick up after their dogs."
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  • Trufashionaddict
    "Lots of dog walkers in Brea. The neighborhood is safe has walking trails that many people take advantage of."
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    "Safest nerighboor I know. Good Schools and good environment to grow up in. Schools are very diverse. "
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    "4th of July celebration; Halloween event; concerts in the park; movies in the park; car show for Father’s Day; farmers market"
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    "I shop and dine in Brea. It’s very well kept and there are many community engagement events for neighbors to meet."
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    "Brea is a really safe, family friendly city. Its residents are very friendly, city is very clean, and well maintained. "
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    "Brea is small and community oriented. People who are starting their family love to live in Brea. Everything is close and nearby. You can walk to the local grocery stores, mall, bank, restaurants. It’s a real nice and clean city to live in. Not populated with homeless people. Schools are great. Life time friends are made. The kids can still play on the streets. Have great nearby trails that people can walk, ride your bike, run, jog, and exercise on the equipment. Great nearby restaurants. "
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  • Rileyandjosie
    "nice parks and many trails. lots of coyotes as well. dog parks just redone this year . local business are dog friendly "
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  • Silvia T.
    "It is so friendly and I love that people are nice and welcoming when they see you. Not like where I have lived before! "
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  • Michelle H.
    "The lack of activity and traffic. It’s a very calm and safe area. Very family oriented as well. They are a lot of families with small children that live around here. Most people go the speed limit. Most people are very friendly and neighborly as well. We love living here. We are close to everything. It’s nice to have a car but you can walk most places. "
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  • Michelle H.
    "It’s one of the most quiet areas I have lived in. Brea is a special place because no matter where you live in brea, you are close to EVERYTHING. "
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    "I work 40 miles away, so my commute sucks. getting back home with everyone else getting to and from the 57 is the worst part. if you can live here and commute off- hours, you'll like it. "
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  • Kmoralez312
    "Downtown Brea has many events throughout the year for those that live in Brea and surrounding areas can enjoy"
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  • Asangelrick
    "the large parts of grass and walking parts, also the park close, also another community park close by."
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  • Courtney M.
    "We have concerts in the park, all kinds of farmers markets and weekend events on Birch Steet where they close the whole street. Such a quaint city."
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  • Ken
    "It’s a family friendly neighborhood with great schools and parks for kids. All the major stores and markets are local, and the streets and parking lots are logically planned for quick access. "
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    "What's not to like? Lots of grass and greenery. Plenty of places that are pet friendly and there's quite a few poop bag dispensers depending where you live. "
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    "Everyone gets along and we all wave on our walks and watch over each other’s homes. Mail has been delivered by mistake and we still get it. "
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  • Kevin F.
    "It’s safe, and everything is conveniently located. Schools are good, very family friendly neighborhoods. "
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  • Cyndilulu
    "A peaceful but fun community with a lot of local eateries, events, parks and more. Very family oriented."
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    "Brea is a quiet, small, nice area to live in. Very conservative. Brea has everything; parks, malls, freeways, nice restaurants, improv, movie theaters, different markets (specially healthy ones), and nice restaurants/bars. It feels safe to walk at night and I personally have never had issues with packages delivered into my home."
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    "That all dogs are leased but you’ll also see some owners not picking up after their dog. But overall owners are very responsible."
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    "Great place to raise kids, sleepy neighborhood where everyone watches out for everyone. Lots of people out walking and some still don’t lock their doors. "
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    "My neighborhood is safe and quite as i live in a small community. Neighbors are nice, polite and very responsible and generally keep to themselves."
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    "Everything is quiet and everyone is friendly. You almost never see trash or animal mess either. Not much to not like. "
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  • Pricilladawson
    "I’m conveniently located just 3 minutes from the 57 Freeway, one minute to Downtown Brea, and two minutes to The Brea mall. This location is the most convenient I’ve ever lived. "
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  • NicoleDavis
    "I love all the nearby shops and boutiques are plenty of eateries not to mention everyone seems so friendly it willing to assist. "
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    "Brea is a great place to live. We have every chain and several small restaurants, great shopping, and entertainment, all within a 10 minute drive. The city is well maintained and we have several beautiful parks. "
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    "Easy. Take the 57 or local roads. Traffic always minimal. Right down town in brea. Near Fullerton, busses run all over. Low crime rate, parking everywhere, nice people. "
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    "Not much. There are a few events that center around churches but if you aren’t religious, you are left out"
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Frequently asked questions about 856 Williams St

  • What is 856 Williams St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 856 Williams St in Brea, CA is $1,607,600.
  • What is the price history for 856 Williams St?
    856 Williams St in Brea, CA last sold for $1,600,000 in May 2026.
  • 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 856 Williams St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 856 Williams St in Brea, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 856 Williams St have a pool?
    Yes, 856 Williams St in Brea, CA has a pool.

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