1020 La Serna, La Habra, CA 90631
- 5 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,590 sq ft
- 0.29-acre lot
- Built 1965
The home
About 1020 La Serna
Nestled in the exclusive hills of La Habra, this beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom single-story residence offers approximately 2,590 square feet of spacious living on an extraordinary 12,600-square-foot private lot with fully usable land. Offering an exceptional combination of privacy, comfort, and versatility, this impressive property is designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining.
From the moment you arrive, beautiful curb appeal, mature palm trees, and an inviting entrance create a warm welcome. Inside, you'll discover a thoughtfully designed floor plan featuring generous living areas, abundant natural light, and an array of recent improvements. Highlights include brand-new flooring, fresh interior and exterior paint, dual-pane windows throughout, a nearly new air-conditioning system, a roof in excellent condition, and professionally installed storage solutions. Spacious living and family rooms, charming architectural details, and inviting fireplaces provide the perfect balance of comfort and functionality.
The true standout is the spectacular outdoor space! Situated on an expansive, fully usable lot, the generous backyard offers endless possibilities for entertaining, outdoor dining, family gatherings, gardening, or simply enjoying the privacy of your own retreat. Whether hosting weekend barbecues, celebrating special occasions, or envisioning your dream outdoor oasis, there's plenty of room to make it your own. A covered patio creates an inviting space for year-round entertaining, while a separate backyard storage shed provides additional convenience. The property also offers ample parking, an attached two-car garage, and additional space for RV or boat parking.
Ideally positioned in the panoramic hills of La Habra, this home offers a peaceful residential setting while remaining conveniently close to shopping, dining, parks, schools, and everyday amenities.
Five bedrooms. Three bathrooms. Single-story living. Beautifully updated throughout. An expansive 12,600-square-foot usable lot. Exceptional outdoor entertaining space. RV parking potential.
A rare opportunity to enjoy the space, privacy, and flexibility of this remarkable hillside property. Schedule your private showing today and experience the possibilities!
Property details for 1020 La Serna
This 5-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in La Habra in Orange County. It has 2,590 square feet of living space on a 0.29-acre lot and is listed at $1,399,999, about $541 per square foot. The home was built in 1965. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 017-391-07. Highlights include mountain views, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, central air, and a turnkey home.
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Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26241372
- Year Built
- 1965
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,590
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 12,600
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.2893
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 3
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 8
- View
- Mountains
- Parcel Number
- 01739107
- On Market Date
- 2026-11-13
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Built In Features, Dry Bar, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Water Softener
- Flooring
- Vinyl, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Gas
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 5
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows
- Doors
- Insulated Doors
- Accessibility
- None
- Rooms
- Other, Primary Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Laundry, Bedroom, Library, Kitchen, Family Room
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Custom
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Shingle
- Construction
- Concrete
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Patio and Porch
- Rear Porch, Concrete, Covered, Open, Patio
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage, Private
- Fencing
- Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Faces
- North
- Units
- 30
Community Features
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Foothills, Fishing, Golf, Gutters, Hiking, Mountainous, Park, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Security
- Security System
The record
Property History for 1020 La Serna
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 13, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,399,999 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.11% · 30-yr fixed$
$10,739/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $140,000 down
Principal & interest$8,476
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$525
Property tax (est. county typical)$1,330
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$408
HOANot reported, not included
$9,272/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $280,000 down
Principal & interest$7,534
Property tax (est. county typical)$1,330
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$408
HOANot reported, not included
$8,331/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $420,000 down
Principal & interest$6,593
Property tax (est. county typical)$1,330
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$408
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$1,738/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. county typical)$1,330
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$408
HOANot reported, not included
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.11% (week of Nov 12, 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 County rate. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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The neighborhood
La Habra home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 222
- Median price
- $929,100
- Median days on market
- 13
- Median per sq ft
- $606
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Nov 6, 2025 to Nov 6, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent La Habra sales
At $541 per square foot, this home's asking price is 11% below the La Habra median of $606 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent La Habra sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2631 Rainier | Nov 4, 2026 | $1,000,000 | 1,643 | $609 | 7 |
| 2530 Redcoach Lane | Nov 4, 2026 | $900,000 | 1,574 | $572 | 7 |
| 2121 Merced | Nov 4, 2026 | $915,000 | 1,435 | $638 | 13 |
| 821 Buena Vista Avenue | Oct 30, 2026 | $729,000 | 1,064 | $685 | 63 |
| 1501 Elmsford | Oct 27, 2026 | $1,100,000 | 1,971 | $558 | 41 |
Schools
Schools for 1020 La Serna
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- El Cerrito
- Middle
- Washington
- High
- La Habra
- District
- Fullerton Joint Union High
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Listed by Shawn Nevin of Shawn J. Nevin, Broker
Listing information updated Nov 13, 2026 at 3:39 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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