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708 E Alder Street sold on January 8, 2026 for $1,150,000. The details are below for reference.

708 E Alder Street, Brea, CA 92821
- 4 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,313 sq ft
- 10,799 sq ft lot
- Built 1953
The home
About 708 E Alder Street
BEAUTIFULLY REFRESHED 4-BED, 2-BATH HOME ON A HUGE 10,800 SQ FT LOT IN HIGHLY DESIRED BREA! Welcome to this updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on an expansive 10,800 sq ft lot in one of Brea’s most desirable neighborhoods. Step through the front door into a bright and inviting interior enhanced with new recessed lighting, fresh paint, and original hardwood flooring. Enter the spacious living room, filled with natural light and direct access to the next great feature of this home. A sliding glass door opens to the enclosed patio with new laminate flooring, an ideal flex-space for hobbies, relaxation, or indoor/outdoor entertaining, complete with extra storage, leading you outside to the expansive backyard, where the possibilities are truly exceptional. The lot offers a large grassy area, a patio, and a concrete sitting area at the rear—perfect for gatherings, play, or peaceful outdoor living. With its impressive 10,800 sq ft lot, this property boasts multiple ADU opportunities. The extensive under-roof square footage offers outstanding potential for creating a spacious attached ADU or expanding the home’s usable living area. The backyard provides ample space for a second detached ADU, a full-size regulation pickleball court, a large pool, or an expansive outdoor entertainment area. Inside, you’re greeted by a well-appointed kitchen offering abundant cabinet storage and a functional layout ideal for everyday cooking or entertaining. A conveniently located hall bathroom features a walk-in shower design and continue down the hallway with even more built-in cabinetry, leading to the home’s four bedrooms. Four bedrooms include built-in closet organizers, and the second bathroom provides a shower-tub combo and additional storage. A long driveway leads to the spacious 2-car detached garage, offering abundant parking and convenience. Toward the back of the property sits the workshop attached to the garage, complete with plentiful storage and a built-in workbench—ideal for projects, tools, or additional workspace. All of this is located just moments from Downtown Brea’s shopping, dining, and entertainment, and within the highly regarded Brea Olinda School District—adding even more to the home’s appeal. This is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated home on one of the largest and most versatile lots in a sought-after Brea neighborhood.
Property details for 708 E Alder Street
This 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in Brea in Orange County. It offers 1,313 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1953. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 284-142-14. Highlights include single-story living, a two-car garage, a 10,799-square-foot lot, central air, an updated home, and traditional architecture. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $1,150,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,313 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 10,799 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1953
- MLS® Number
- PW25261868
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- PW25261868
- Year Built
- 1953
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,313
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 10,800
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.2479
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 6
- View
- Neighborhood
- Parcel Number
- 28414214
- On Market Date
- 2025-11-26
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Crown Molding, Eat In Kitchen, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Tile Counters, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Workshop
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range Hood, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Tile, Wood
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 4
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Doors
- Sliding Doors
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Traditional, Patio Home
- Exterior Features
- Awnings, Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Composition, Shingle
- Construction
- Concrete, Stucco
- Foundation
- Raised
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Irregular Lot, Lawn, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Covered, Enclosed, Open, Patio
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage, Oversized, Rv Potential, Workshop In Garage
- Fencing
- Brick, Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Community Features
- Biking, Gutters, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 708 E Alder Street
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 8, 2026 | Sold | $1,150,000 | |
| Nov 26, 2025 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000 |
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Schools
Schools for 708 E Alder Street
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Arovista
- Middle
- Brea
- High
- Brea Olinda
- District
- Fullerton Joint Union High
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Listed by Alex Horowitz of Coldwell Banker Diamond
Listing information updated Jan 8, 2026 at 4:33 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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