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171 S James Street sold on August 28, 2024 for $925,000. The details are below for reference.

Single Family ResidenceSold · Aug 28, 2024

171 S James Street, Orange, CA 92869

  • 3 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,102 sq ft
  • 6,080 sq ft lot
  • Built 1960

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$925,000

MLS# PW24156551

The home

About 171 S James Street

Welcome to this delightful single-family home in the heart of Central Orange. This inviting residence offers a blend of classic charm and modern convenience, perfect for comfortable living. Step inside to discover a nice floor-plan featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms plus a sizable front living room. This home boasts hardwood floors throughout most of the living areas and bedrooms and they are just waiting for their new finish! The rear facing kitchen with view of the backyard, offers rich wood cabinets and sleek white appliances, including a dishwasher, gas range/oven with an additional separate oven, and vent hood. Adjacent to the kitchen is a cozy dining area that flows seamlessly into the main living spaces. This space is perfect for both everyday meals and entertaining guests. The spacious primary bedroom is a serene retreat with an en suite bathroom featuring a white vanity and a tiled walk-in shower. Sliding doors from the primary suite open to a raised patio deck and sitting area with view of the yard. Additional bedrooms are well-sized and feature mirrored closet doors and ample storage space. The guest bathroom includes a shower over the tub and a white vanity with a white tile surround. The tankless water heater ensures energy efficiency along with the dual pane windows that provide a quiet and peaceful environment. The updated HVAC system will keep you cool in the summer and cozy during those chilly nights ahead. The conveniently located indoor laundry closet houses the washer and dryer, which are included in the sale. Step outside to the fenced rear yard, where you'll find a large covered patio, ideal for outdoor dining and relaxation. The yard is adorned with numerous fruit trees, adding a touch of nature to your private oasis. Additional highlights include a curved front driveway with a 2-car garage and ample parking, making it easy for guests and family. The main sewer line from the house to the street has been replaced. Centrally located within walking distance to shopping and dining, this home combines both comfort and convenience. Don’t miss the chance to make this charming property your own...much has been done but plenty of opportunity for additional upgrades and finishing touches. Hurry on this one!

Property details for 171 S James Street

This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in Orange in Orange County. It has 1,102 square feet of living space on a 6,080-square-foot lot. The home was built in 1960. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 094-482-27. Highlights include single-story living, an attached two-car garage, central air, and ranch architecture.

Specifications

Home Details

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
PW24156551
Year Built
1960
Living Area (sq ft)
1,102
Living Area Source
Assessor
Lot Size (sq ft)
6,080
Lot Size (acres)
0.1396
Levels
One
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
View
Neighborhood
Parcel Number
09448227
On Market Date
2024-08-01
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Ceiling Fans
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Water To Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
None
Laundry
Inside, Laundry Closet
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens
Doors
Mirrored Closet Doors, Sliding Doors
Accessibility
No Stairs

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Ranch
Exterior Features
Rain Gutters
Roof
Composition
Construction
Stucco
Foundation
Raised
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard
Patio and Porch
Concrete, Covered, Patio
Parking
Driveway, Garage
Fencing
Block, Vinyl
Pool Features
None
Spa
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Sewer Connected
Faces
West
Units
1

Community Features

Community Features
Street Lights, Sidewalks

The record

Property History for 171 S James Street

DateEventPriceNote
Aug 28, 2024 Sold $925,000
Aug 8, 2024 Status changed to Active Under Contract From Active
Aug 1, 2024 Listed for sale $874,000

No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.

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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 171 S James 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 06059C0162J 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 28 of 28 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 28 of 28. DSL: AT&T, up to 100 Mbps, at 28 of 28.

FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590758073001, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.

EV charging

Nearest public charger 1.7 miles away (Electrify America, 4 DC fast ports). 198 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.

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2809 N Colorado Lane Oct 28, 2026 $1,830,000 3,013 $607 39
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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

Schools for 171 S James Street

As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.

High
El Modena
District
Orange Unified

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Listed by Lisa Blanc of Seven Gables Real Estate

Listing information updated Dec 4, 2024 at 7:30 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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