296 S Hewes Street, Orange, CA 92869
- 5 beds
- 3 baths
- 774 sq ft
- 4,900 sq ft lot
- Built 1935
The home
About 296 S Hewes Street
Great Investment Opportunity in the Heart of Orange! This property features a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom front home with updates including new plumbing, electrical, flooring, windows, and kitchen improvements. The rear of the property offers additional bonus living space, providing flexibility for a variety of potential uses.
Conveniently located near historic Old Towne Orange and the popular Orange Circle, featuring local restaurants, antique shops, and boutiques. The property also offers convenient access to Chapman University, shopping, dining, and entertainment, with Disneyland Resort and other popular Orange County attractions within driving distance. A unique opportunity for buyers seeking additional space and potential in a desirable Orange location.
Property details for 296 S Hewes Street
This 5-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in Orange in Orange County. It offers 774 square feet of living space and is listed at $849,999, about $1,098 per square foot. The home was built in 1935. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 392-172-02. Highlights include single-story living, a 4,901-square-foot lot, and air conditioning. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $849,999
- Days On Site
- 1 Day
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 774 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 4,900 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1935
- MLS® Number
- IV26229143
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- IV26229143
- Year Built
- 1935
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 774
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 4,900
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1125
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 3
- View
- None
- Parcel Number
- 39217202
- On Market Date
- 2026-10-24
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Cooling
- Ductless
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 5
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 2
Community Features
- Community Features
- Street Lights
The record
Property History for 296 S Hewes Street
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2026 | Listed for sale | $849,999 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Added by Realatrends Real Estate
Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 296 S Hewes Street
We looked up this home's map point in public government maps. These facts are not part of the MLS listing.
Hazard zones
- Flood zone
Zone X, area of minimal flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0166J effective December 3, 2009. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Not in a fire hazard severity zone on the State Fire Marshal's map.
CAL FIRE, State Fire Marshal map for Local Responsibility Areas, March 24, 2025. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Earthquake fault zone
Outside the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones.
California Geological Survey, Earthquake Fault Zones. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Liquefaction zone
Outside the liquefaction zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Orange quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Orange quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 10 of 10 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 100 Mbps, at 9 of 10. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 1 of 10.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590219141013, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.5 miles away (ChargePoint, 1 Level 2 port). 143 public charging ports within 3 miles.
U.S. Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center. Straight-line distance. Checked October 15, 2026.
These facts are for the listing's map point, which can sit off the lot. A zone line can also cross a lot, and agencies revise their maps. In cities, the fire zone line follows the State Fire Marshal's 2025 map; each city adopts its own map and may add areas. These lines are not a Natural Hazard Disclosure. Check the official maps and the seller's disclosures before you rely on them. Sources for the earthquake zone lines: Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones (2025). Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Seismic Hazard Zones (2025).
Official maps
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.32% · 30-yr fixed$
$6,622/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $85,000 down
Principal & interest$5,255
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$319
Property tax (est. 1.13%)$800
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$248
HOANot reported, not included
$5,719/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $170,000 down
Principal & interest$4,671
Property tax (est. 1.13%)$800
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$248
HOANot reported, not included
$5,135/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $255,000 down
Principal & interest$4,087
Property tax (est. 1.13%)$800
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$248
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$1,048/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.13%)$800
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$248
HOANot reported, not included
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.32% (week of Oct 22, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Orange rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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The neighborhood
Orange home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 586
- Median price
- $1,256,000
- Median days on market
- 14
- Median per sq ft
- $682
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Orange sales
At $1,098 per square foot, this home's asking price is 61% above the Orange median of $682 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Orange sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 942 N Wanda | Oct 16, 2026 | $1,325,000 | 2,066 | $641 | 40 |
| 8301 E Peacock | Oct 16, 2026 | $1,360,000 | 2,025 | $672 | 6 |
| 121 E Chestnut | Oct 14, 2026 | $1,099,950 | 1,934 | $569 | 59 |
| 7985 East Hampshire Road | Oct 14, 2026 | $1,395,000 | 2,403 | $581 | 6 |
| 915 E La Veta Avenue | Oct 14, 2026 | $1,060,000 | 1,624 | $653 | 82 |
Schools
School District for 296 S Hewes Street
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as ABC Unified.
Location
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Listed by HENRY RODRIGUEZ BAHENA of CENTURY 21 SYNERGIA REALTY
Listing information updated Oct 25, 2026 at 3:19 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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