429 Catalpa Avenue
Brea, CA 92821
Listing broker / agent: Triple Crown Real Estate · Sharon Kaak · 714-606-7136 · CRMLS
MLS # PW26210925 · Last checked Oct 19, 2026 05:53 UTC
About this property
Classic charmer in a great Brea location! Welcome to a special home that has been owned and cared for by the same family since it was built in 1955. Nestled in a great neighborhood and just a short walk to the elementary school, this charming single-story home offers the comfort, character, and convenience you've been looking for. Centrally located near dining, shopping and entertainment, the home is beautifully positioned for everyday life. Immaculately maintained and ready for you to make it your own, the home has been thoughtfully expanded over the years, including the addition of a spacious family room with custom cabinets and a primary suite with walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom. Original character blends with practical updates, including copper plumbing, Milgard windows, plantation shutters on most windows, a newer water heater, and a newer HVAC system. The kitchen is light and bright and features a separate dining area. It includes a two-year-old Kitchenaid dishwasher. Off the kitchen is a separate laundry room with a Whirlpool washer and dryer that are included. Step outside and discover a yard filled with possibilities. There’s a custom brick pathway leading to the front porch surrounded by drought resistant succulents that add both color and beauty. In the back, there’s plenty of space for the kids play and/or parking with the long paver-block driveway leading to a separate 2 car garage. The custom built pergola creates an inviting space for relaxing and entertaining. An additional storage shed offers room for tools and belongings. The property is surrounded by a combination of concrete block and wood fencing with gated access giving much privacy. There's a grass and garden area, including a historic lemon tree believed to be approximately 100 years old that is still producing lemons year after year. It is a true gem with decades of family memories. Don't miss this is an opportunity to own a home with character and yet room to make it uniquely yours.
Property details
- MLS number
- PW26210925
- Status
- Active Under Contract (Backup)
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 4 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 1,723 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.1543 acres
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1955
- Stories
- 1
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Listing
- Days on market
- 14
Building
- Year built
- 1955
- Year built source
- Assessor
- Architectural style
- Traditional
- Stories
- 1
- Building stories
- 1
- Levels
- One
- Entry level
- 1
- Construction
- Stucco, Copper Plumbing
- Roof
- Composition
- Foundation
- Combination, Raised, Slab
- Condition
- Repairs Cosmetic
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 4
- Main-level bathrooms
- 3
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other
- Appliances
- Free Standing Range, Gas Range, Microwave, Dryer, Washer
- Interior features
- Block Walls, Ceiling Fans, Eat In Kitchen, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Walk In Closets
- Flooring
- Carpet, Vinyl
- Heating
- Central, Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas, Gas Starter
- Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Accessibility features
- Grab Bars, No Stairs
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 8
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Door Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Gated
- Attached garage
- No
- Pool
- None
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Open, Patio
- Lot features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Near Public Transit, Rectangular Lot, Yard
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Block
- Property outlook
- Neighborhood
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Community features
- Curbs, Gutters, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- Elementary school
- Arovista
- Middle / junior school
- Brea
- High school
- Brea Olinda
- High school district
- Brea-Olinda Unified
School information is supplied with the listing. Confirm current attendance boundaries and enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Arovista Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Brea-Olinda Unified · Brea | K–6 | 0.1 mi |
| Hermosa Drive Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Fullerton Elementary · Fullerton | K–6 | 0.8 mi |
| Laurel Elementary Magnet School of Innovation and Career Exploration (school website, opens in a new tab) Brea-Olinda Unified · Brea | K–6 | 0.9 mi |
| Beechwood Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Fullerton Elementary · Fullerton | K–8 | 0.9 mi |
| Rolling Hills Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Fullerton Elementary · Fullerton | K–6 | 1.0 mi |
| Sonora High (school website, opens in a new tab) Fullerton Joint Union High · La Habra | 9–12 | 1.2 mi |
| Brea Junior High (school website, opens in a new tab) Brea-Olinda Unified · Brea | 7–8 | 1.3 mi |
| Mariposa Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Brea-Olinda Unified · Brea | K–6 | 1.7 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $999,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $999,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 06:03 | $999,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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