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549 S Kensington Road sold on November 7, 2017 for $760,000. The details are below for reference.
549 S Kensington Road, Orange, CA 92869
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 2,030 sq ft
- 9,200 sq ft lot
- Built 1961
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$760,000
The home
About 549 S Kensington Road
This mid-century single story ranch home is located in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Orange. In fact, this Gainsborough home was built specifically for the original developers daughter. As you enter the double door entry, you are greeted by a terrazzo foyer that leads to a step down living room with a large picture window and vaulted ceilings.
Although it has been updated, it keeps its classic charm using tasteful design and a remodeled kitchen with ceasarstone counters, all new appliances and refinished original furniture grade kitchen cabinets.
This home has three bedrooms and new real wood flooring & carpet throughout. The master has double closets, double sinks and access to the backyard where you have a view of your two avocado trees. There are two mature avocado trees that produce amazing avocados, enough to share with all your friends.
Solar panels, purchased not leased, keep you cool in the summer without worrying about your electric bill. In fact, the electrical panel has already been updated if you're ready to add your pool and spa in the future.
Located less than three miles from the Orange circle, this quiet neighborhood is centrally located with access to multiple freeways and toll roads. This neighorhood has a large group of original owners and they're a close-knit family that will welcome you with open arms.
Property details for 549 S Kensington Road
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in Orange in Orange County. It has 2,030 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1961. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 094-522-12. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, a two-car garage, and central air.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC17217789
- Year Built
- 1961
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,030
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 9,200
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- None
- Parcel Number
- 09452212
- On Market Date
- 2017-09-19
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Entrance Foyer, Main Level Primary
- Appliances
- Built In Range
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air, See Remarks
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Inside
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Street Level
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Community Features
- Curbs, Sidewalks
The record
Property History for 549 S Kensington Road
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2017 | Sold | $760,000 | |
| Sep 19, 2017 | Listed for sale | $775,000 | |
| Jun 16, 2015 | Sold | $667,000 | North Hills Realty |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 549 S Kensington Road
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, 0.2 percent annual chance flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0164J 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
Fiber: AT&T, up to 5,000 Mbps, at 13 of 13 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 13 of 13.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590758082001, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.4 miles away (Blink, 8 DC fast ports). 275 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
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The neighborhood
Orange home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 583
- Median price
- $1,255,000
- Median days on market
- 14
- Median per sq ft
- $681
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 28, 2025 to Oct 28, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Orange sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2809 N Colorado Lane | Oct 28, 2026 | $1,830,000 | 3,013 | $607 | 39 |
| 7625 E Twinleaf | Oct 28, 2026 | $1,425,000 | 2,722 | $524 | 6 |
| 606 E Vista Del Gaviota | Oct 27, 2026 | $830,000 | 1,372 | $605 | 0 |
| 1245 W Cherry | Oct 26, 2026 | $765,000 | 1,263 | $606 | 27 |
| 11082 Meads | Oct 26, 2026 | $1,775,000 | 2,965 | $599 | 193 |
Schools
School District for 549 S Kensington Road
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Orange Unified.
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Listed by Shannon Adams of First Class Realty
Listing information updated Jun 27, 2026 at 9:03 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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