8961 Emerald Ave, Westminster, CA 92683
SOLD
OCT 30, 2025
Listed by Ken Tran, Realty One Group West, (714) 698-5300 . Bought with Advance Estate Realty

8961 Emerald Ave
Westminster, CA 92683

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,210 sqft

$1,035,000

Last Sold: Oct 30, 2025
4% over list $999K
$855/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,228/mo*
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$1,035,000

Last Sold: Oct 30, 2025
4% over list $999K
$855/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,228/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,210 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.05M
Since last month
Decreased$8K (-0.8%)
Since last year
Decreased$111K (-9.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$10K (+1%)
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$1.05M
July 2026$1.05M
June 2026$1.04M
May 2026$1.04M
April 2026$1.05M
March 2026$1.05M
February 2026$1.05M
January 2026$1.03M
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
15652 Briarcliff St, Westminster, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$1,160,000
10/07/25
3
2
1,014
15942 Topaz St, Westminster, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,200,000
03/20/26
3
2
1,635
8812 Sapphire Ave, Westminster, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,175,000
01/21/26
3
2
1,685
15710 Poinsettia Way, Westminster, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
11/12/25
3
2
1,245
8972 Pebble Beach Cir, Westminster, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
12/26/25
3
3
1,732
9051 Carnation Dr, Westminster, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,040,000
06/03/26
3
1
948
9132 Dickens Cir, Westminster, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$1,220,000
03/30/26
4
2
1,374

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
8962 Palos Verdes Ave, Westminster, CA 92683
0.02
$1,467,300
4
2
2,294
Off Market
15812 Diamond St, Westminster, CA 92683
0.05
$1,444,300
3
2
1,136
Off Market
8972 Pebble Beach Cir, Westminster, CA 92683
0.11
$1,300,000
3
3
1,732
Recently Sold
8952 Pebble Beach Cir, Westminster, CA 92683
0.12
$1,350,000
6
3
2,651
Recently Sold
8912 Pebble Beach Cir, Westminster, CA 92683
0.13
$1,409,100
4
3
2,937
Off Market
8902 Pebble Beach Cir, Westminster, CA 92683
0.14
$1,197,000
6
3
2,441
Recently Sold
8921 Pebble Beach Cir, Westminster, CA 92683
0.16
$1,648,900
4
3
2,651
Off Market
15872 Topaz St, Westminster, CA 92683
0.13
$1,389,500
4
2
1,710
Off Market
9190 Poppy Cir, Westminster, CA 92683
0.19
$1,300,000
6
4
3,057
Recently Sold
9051 Glenridge Ave, Westminster, CA 92683
0.18
$1,445,000
4
4
2,466
Recently Sold
8841 Palos Verdes Ave, Westminster, CA 92683
0.14
$1,300,000
6
3
2,659
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 8961 Emerald Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1963
Living Area
1,210 sqft
Price/Sqft
$855/sqft
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
None

About this House

Don't miss this opportunity to own a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home nestled in one of Westminster’s most established and sought-after neighborhoods. Sitting on a 9,000 sqft corner lot, this spacious property features a huge backyard—perfect for entertaining, gardening, or creating your dream outdoor oasis. Whether you're a growing family or looking to downsize in a friendly, established neighborhood, this home offers comfort, space, and unbeatable value. This Home is ready for you to make it your own so bring your vision and creativity. Ideally located, this home is close to Little Saigon and other highly rated schools. A plan to build a 4,781 sqft home with ADU has been submitted to the city. Property is being sold in its current and "as is" condition. Seller will not make additional repairs.
8961 Emerald Ave, Westminster, CA 92683 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,210 sqft single-family home built in 1963. It last sold for $1,035,000 on Oct 30, 2025 (4% above the $999,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2026 with an asking price of $4,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 6, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,046,400, with a rent estimate of $3,962/month.

Home Details for 8961 Emerald Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Dining Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1210 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas RangeDishwasherDisposalLaundry: In Garage
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneSpa: NoneNo FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: 1Accessibility: None
View
No ViewView: None

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: NoneFencing: BlockFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: 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: 67

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1963
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Contemporary
Building
Construction Materials: DrywallNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: Additions/Alterations, Repairs CosmeticParcel Number: 10767101

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $999,000Price Per Sqft: $855/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Oct 30 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: WestminsterCommunity: Other
School Information
High School District: Huntington Beach Union High

Community

Community Features: UrbanNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9000 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: OC25183370Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 714-514-2960Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06059-N-10767101-R-N

Additional Information

Urban

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 6, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PW26015387
ListingRemoved
$3,700
Jan 25, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PW26015387
PriceChange
$3,700
Price decreased by 8%
Jan 22, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PW26015387
Listed For Rent
$4,000
Oct 30, 2025
Source: CRMLS #OC25183370
Sold
$1,035,000
Oct 20, 2025
Source: CRMLS #OC25183370
Contingent
$999,000

Market trends in Westminster

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
72
2MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Westminster

At least 336 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say parking is easy

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 57 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 40 % Say there's wildlife

  • 24 % Say there are community events

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    "I love westminster. I feel it’s a safe neighborhood in a safe place for children. The parks are also safe neighbors are friendly and completely look after each other."
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  • Px6vjrz76r
    "Streets are not clean and most neighborhoods are not well kept. I’ve lived in Westminster for over 30 years. It has definitely gone downhill."
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  • Karina Rodriguez
    "Good place to walk your dog I love living here. Everyone is friendly and I never had issues with my neighbors or their dogs."
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  • Heyni Pieters
    "Safe for the most part but there are still too many homeless and unknown people walking or driving around we don’t feel safe to let them play outside without an adult supervising at all times "
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  • Crystal Pham
    "There are a lot of schools and a fair amount of parks in the area. Some are maintained well while others might not be so clean."
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  • K. Richie NUNNO
    "Nothing. Loud fireworks and horrible traffic .. rude people and smells bad . Don’t come near this place."
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  • Debby1286
    "I don’t know I just work in the area but it seems very safe and friendly well kept too. But not really interested in moving to this area too expensive "
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  • Jacquelyn G.
    "Fourth of July is the best. Everyone has fireworks going. It’s fun to walk around and watch the families firework shows."
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  • April S.
    "Very friendly neighborhood. Super safe and close to highways like the 405 and 22. Restaurants that are less then a mile away. "
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  • Beverly N.
    "The Vietnamese Mall is nearby with pots of community events. Food is delicious here! The neighbors are very helpful and friendly."
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  • S.
    "My commute is along the 405 fwy which is under construction... I’ll leave it at that. There is bus service, but SoCal is not known for its public transportation."
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  • Crmessinger
    "4th of July bike ride through the neighborhood gets bigger every year.. at least 200 people take over the streets and ride through!"
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  • Abarcenas24
    "At Los Alisos Estates park management does not allow dogs . Even tho I do see a lot of tenants walking their dogs. "
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  • Norma G.
    "Gunshots once in a while. Also Westminster school district still segregates children by race in schools, this was sequoia elementary. "
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  • Norma G.
    "I’ve lived in the area for 4 years. This area has gotten worse over years, cops chasing cars into driveways. "
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  • Pam
    "Secret upscale neighborhood in a gated community in the heart of Little Saigon. Great community feel. HOA parties, friendly neighbors. People take pride in their homes & yards. Walk to parks & great food! Neighbors walk together at night. Love my ‘hood!"
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  • Lisabangham
    "Very nice neighborhood and neighbors are great, take care of their homes. Hard working, middle class"
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  • Michelle C
    "We have a lot of events around... Nice place to live, looking to move close by hope to find cheaper rent"
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  • Lisabangham
    "We have bike parades, family movie nights and more at neighborhood school. Most people decorate for the holidays. "
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  • Jessica W. B.
    "I have lived here my whole life and have seen the city grow and embrace the Vietnamese culture. I would recommend staying in Westminster because you are in the middle of all kinds of things to do around you- downtown Huntington Beach, Bella Terra, Little Saigon, Disneyland, Knotts Berry Farm and you are just a scenic drive to the desert or the mountains!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Great Vietnamese places to eat that are inexpensive but most are cash only. There are several nice parks in the area."
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  • Kathleencase12
    "It’s a friendly, close community where children can play safely, walk to a great school, easy access to shopping, theaters , beach towns, and great restaurants."
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  • Lojainangel
    "I live here for 3 years and this is a quiet and safe place . l love this area because it safe and very good for families "
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  • Bellamariemunoz
    "My neighborhood is nice I like living in Westminster I have lived in this city almost my hole life, never had a problem, I went to school here graduated from Westminster high school ."
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  • Diana R.
    "I have lived here for over 17 years. There’s a lot of diversity, great schools, and great places to eat and shop nearby. "
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  • Philip N.
    "There are parks everywhere to take your dogs on a walk. Most places are very accommodating. This is a dog friendly city. "
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    "Clean quiet area Great neighbors easy to get around quick access to all freeways Close to some of the best malls in orange county"
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Frequently asked questions about 8961 Emerald Ave

  • What is 8961 Emerald Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 8961 Emerald Ave in Westminster, CA is $1,046,400.
  • What is the price history for 8961 Emerald Ave?
    8961 Emerald Ave in Westminster, CA last sold for $1,035,000 in October 2025.
  • Is Westminster a buyer's or seller's market?
    Westminster is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Westminster?
    Residents describe Westminster, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Westminster, CA.
  • Does 8961 Emerald Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 8961 Emerald Ave in Westminster, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 8961 Emerald Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 8961 Emerald Ave in Westminster, CA has laundry facilities.

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