Sold
1249 S Garnsey sold on October 23, 2026 for $830,000. The details are below for reference.
1249 S Garnsey, Santa Ana, CA 92707
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 986 sq ft
- 5,558 sq ft lot
- Built 1923
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$830,000
Subdivision Wilshire Square
The home
About 1249 S Garnsey
Welcome to this picture-perfect bungalow nestled on a beautiful tree-lined street in Santa Ana's highly desirable Wilshire Square neighborhood, where timeless character meets modern convenience. Situated on an expansive corner lot, this beautifully updated property offers endless possibilities for homeowners, multigenerational living, or savvy investors seeking immediate rental income.
The charming main residence features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, blending classic architectural appeal with tasteful updates throughout. Fresh flooring, an updated kitchen, and a light, bright interior create a warm and inviting atmosphere while preserving the home's original charm. Relax on the adorable front porch beneath towering palm trees and enjoy the welcoming curb appeal that makes this home truly special.
Adding tremendous value is the detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath ADU—ideal for rental income, extended family, guests, or a private home office. Whether you're looking to offset your mortgage or expand your investment portfolio, this versatile setup offers exceptional flexibility.
Outside, the oversized corner lot provides abundant parking with a two-car garage plus an additional gated parking space, making room for multiple vehicles, recreational toys, or future possibilities. The spacious backyard offers plenty of room to entertain, garden, or create your dream outdoor retreat, while additional storage adds everyday convenience.
Perfectly located just minutes from Mater Dei High School, shopping, dining, parks, and major freeways, this home combines historic charm with an unbeatable location. Whether you're searching for a forever family home or an incredible income-producing opportunity, this property checks every box.
Charming, updated, versatile, and full of potential—this is a rare opportunity you truly must see to believe!
Property details for 1249 S Garnsey
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Wilshire Square neighborhood of Santa Ana in Orange County. It has 986 square feet of living space on a 5,558-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1923. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 013-102-13. Highlights include single-story living, a two-car garage, an updated home, and Spanish architecture.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26169521
- Year Built
- 1923
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 986
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 5,558
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1276
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- None
- Parcel Number
- 01310213
- On Market Date
- 2026-08-06
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Eat In Kitchen
- Flooring
- Laminate
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 4
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home
- Rooms
- Other, Family Room
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Bungalow, Contemporary, Spanish
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Patio and Porch
- None
- Fencing
- Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- wilshire square
- Community Features
- Biking, Sidewalks
The record
Property History for 1249 S Garnsey
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 23, 2026 | Sold | $830,000 | |
| Oct 16, 2026 | Status changed to Pending | From Active Under Contract | |
| Sep 28, 2026 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Aug 27, 2026 | Status changed to Active | From Active Under Contract | |
| Aug 23, 2026 | Price increased | $830,000 | From $749,000 |
| Aug 12, 2026 | Status changed to Active Under Contract | From Active | |
| Aug 6, 2026 | Status changed to Active | From Coming Soon | |
| Aug 6, 2026 | Listed for sale | $749,000 | |
| Aug 31, 2021 | Sold | $646,000 | Professional R.E. Center, Inc. |
| Jan 31, 2013 | Sold | $315,000 | Pacific Realty Co. |
| Mar 30, 2012 | Sold | $195,000 | CAProperty Finder.com Realty |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 1249 S Garnsey
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 06059C0257J 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 map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released July 1, 1986. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Liquefaction zone
Inside a Seismic Hazard Zone for liquefaction.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Tustin quadrangle, released January 17, 2001. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Fiber: AT&T, up to 5,000 Mbps, at 25 of 25 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 25 of 25. DSL: AT&T, up to 50 Mbps, at 25 of 25.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590746014003, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.2 miles away (ChargePoint, 1 DC fast port). 600 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
Santa Ana home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 493
- Median price
- $998,000
- Median days on market
- 15
- Median per sq ft
- $666
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 7, 2025 to Nov 7, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Santa Ana sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 538 Wood | Nov 6, 2026 | $705,000 | 1,165 | $605 | 30 |
| 15602 Newhope | Nov 6, 2026 | $1,050,000 | 2,748 | $382 | 11 |
| 4409 Oakfield | Nov 6, 2026 | $1,013,000 | 1,162 | $872 | 14 |
| 2530 S Rene | Nov 6, 2026 | $1,014,999 | 1,626 | $624 | 27 |
| 2220 Greenleaf Street | Nov 5, 2026 | $1,517,500 | 1,656 | $916 | 3 |
Schools
School District for 1249 S Garnsey
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Santa Ana Unified.
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Listed by Megan Bixler of Alta Realty Group CA, Inc
Listing information updated Oct 25, 2026 at 8:45 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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