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171 S Waterwheel Way sold on December 11, 2017 for $620,000. The details are below for reference.
171 S Waterwheel Way, Orange, CA 92869
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,103 sq ft
- Built 1979
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$620,000
Subdivision Chapman Townhomes
The home
About 171 S Waterwheel Way
ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS CHAPMAN TOWNHOME! $$$ IN UPGRADES. In this small tranquil community with meandering streams, a forest of pines and lush greenery, this PERFECTLY LOCATED, 2100 SQ FT END UNIT IS IN A CLASS OF ITS OWN. Custom leaded glass entry doors. STUNNINGLY UPDATED KITCHEN - completely redesigned OPEN FLOORPLAN-high-end cherry cabinetry with storage inserts for all your needs, travertine floors, granite counters, custom honed marble backsplash with brass-trimmed pearled inserts. The appliances, upscale sink and remote-controlled modern design exhaust fan are all stainless. Multiple dropped pendant light fixtures, trey ceiling and custom shutters complete the picture. The Great Room with its high ceiling boasts an ELEGANT GAS FIREPLACE with glass enclosure and rich wood flooring. The downstairs also features a large Dining Room and a comfy Den with woven blinds - could easily become a 4th bedroom. Neutral colors set off by elegant crown molding and trim. Dual sliding French Doors (most homes only have one door) provide a view to the secluded outdoors and sizable yard with vinyl decking. Upstairs Master Suite plus two additional bedrooms. Master has vaulted ceiling with fan, walk-in closet and COMPLETELY RE-DESIGNED MASTER BATH with under lit warm cherry cabinetry, chrome fixtures, jetted tub PLUS fabulous, rimless WALK-IN SHOWER. PRIVATE BACK YARD away from busy street noise. HOA maintains front yard, common areas and exterior including roof. Truly one of a kind.
Property details for 171 S Waterwheel Way
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath townhome sits in the Chapman Townhomes neighborhood of Orange in Orange County. It has 2,103 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1979. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 935-490-23. Highlights include hill views, a community pool and spa, a fireplace, an attached two-car garage, central air, and an updated home.
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Townhouse
- MLS Number
- PW17191510
- Year Built
- 1979
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,103
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 1,200
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Hills, Trees Woods
- HOA Dues
- $439
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Powerstone Property Management
- Parcel Number
- 93549023
- On Market Date
- 2017-08-18
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, Crown Molding, Cathedral Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Vented Exhaust Fan
- Flooring
- Carpet, See Remarks, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Gas Starter, Great Room
- Laundry
- Common Area, Gas Dryer Hookup
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Common Walls
- One Common Wall
- Windows
- Blinds, Custom Coverings, French Mullioned, Shutters
- Doors
- Double Door Entry, Sliding Doors
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home, Grab Bars
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Lighting
- Roof
- Composition
- Lot Features
- Corner Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers On Side
- Patio and Porch
- Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Fencing
- Block, Wood
- Pool Features
- Association
- Spa
- Association
- Sewer
- Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Faces
- West
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Chapman Townhomes
- Community Features
- Gutters, Street Lights
- Association Amenities
- Outdoor Cooking Area, Pool, Spa Hot Tub
The record
Property History for 171 S Waterwheel Way
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 11, 2017 | Sold | $620,000 | |
| Aug 18, 2017 | Listed for sale | $695,000 |
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 171 S Waterwheel Way
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 14 of 14 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 100 Mbps, at 14 of 14. Fixed wireless: Cosmo Network Solutions, LLC, up to 250 Mbps, at 14 of 14.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590219182005, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 1.4 miles away (ChargePoint, 2 Level 2 ports). 33 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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- 47
- Median price
- $735,000
- Median days on market
- 12
- Median per sq ft
- $555
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Schools
Schools for 171 S Waterwheel Way
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Panorama
- Middle
- Santiago Charter
- High
- El Modena
- District
- Orange Unified
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Listed by Ann Delligatta of HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty
Listing information updated Jun 27, 2026 at 9:10 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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