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For Sale|Single Family ResidenceActive Under Contract

178 N Monterey Road, Orange, CA 92866

  • 4 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 2,500 sq ft
  • 0.26-acre lot
  • Built 1952

MLS# PW26052965 · Listed Mar 12, 2026 · 205 Days On Site

The home

About 178 N Monterey Road

MAJOR PRICE REDUCTION WILL MOVE THIS FAST! Welcome to the best street in Orange, a one-block tree-lined street, a short walk to Old Towne, and a short drive to all freeways. Known as the Kibby house, this sprawling 4-bedroom 4-bath ranch home has charm and personality. The front yard is a display of color from the multiple flowerbeds, and mature trees accent the winding walkway into the house. A long driveway has pavered sections. gated parking leading to additional parking with a 2-car garage. Attached to the garage is an 830 sq. ft. workshop or game room featuring a custom tile 3/4 bath, vaulted ceilings with skylights, upgraded power, and garage access. The rear yard also has an additional shed for storage. The rear yard has a gazebo, covered patio, and trellis area to enjoy the flowers or pick from many fruit trees, including lemons, naval oranges, bananas, dragon fruit, papaya, and persimmon. If you need to make a fruit salad, there are 2 sinks, one double and one utility, located on the center island. clean up is easy with 2 dishwashers, one Fisher Paykel and a Bosch dishwasher. granite counters, custom cabinets, a double oven, and a refrigerator. an octagonal eating area with lots of windows for those everyday meals, or the dining room for the more formal occasions. open to the family room, a breakfast bar for those quick meals. a custom entertainment system to watch tv from wherever you dine. A formal living room features a masonry-built brick fireplace, perfect for those holiday gatherings. classic hardwood floors and a six bay front window to view the beautiful yard. The newer primary bedroom has a ceiling fan, crown moldings, and a French door with opening sidelights out to the patio, a perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee. The en suite bath has a custom tile and glass block shower, dual sinks, and a walk-in closet. two primary bedrooms, on the other end of the house, a bedroom that has been turned into an office, and a classic tub/tile bath. There is also a main bath for the other 2 bedrooms. dual zoned central heating and air conditioning to control the climate. Solar tube skylights to let the natural light shine in. All bedrooms have custom closets to be organized and maximize the storage space. There is also a utility basement that has the HVAC and the water heater down there for maybe future wine cellar. Just drive by, and you will experience the curb appeal that says welcome home.

Property details for 178 N Monterey Road

This 4-bedroom, 4-bath single-family home sits in Orange in Orange County. It offers 2,500 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,795,000, about $718 per square foot. The home was built in 1952. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 386-062-23. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, a two-car garage, a 0.26-acre lot, central air, and an updated home. 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
$1,795,000
Days On Site
205 Days
Bedrooms
4
Inside Area (SqFt)
2,500 sqft
Total Baths
4
Full Baths
3
Partial Baths
1
Lot Size
0.2603 Acres
Year Built
1952
MLS® Number
PW26052965
Status
Active Under Contract
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
N/A
Sq Ft Source
Assessor

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
PW26052965
Year Built
1952
Living Area (sq ft)
2,500
Living Area Source
Assessor
Lot Size (sq ft)
11,340
Lot Size (acres)
0.2603
Levels
One
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
8
View
None
Parcel Number
38606223
On Market Date
2026-03-12
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Ceramic Counters, Crown Molding, Coffered Ceilings, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, In Law Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Multiple Primary Suites, Walk In Closets, Workshop
Appliances
Built In Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Heating
Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air, Dual
Fireplace
Gas Starter, Living Room
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Main Level Bedrooms
4
Main Level Bathrooms
3
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Windows
Blinds, Bay Windows, Double Pane Windows, French Mullioned
Doors
French Doors, Mirrored Closet Doors, Panel Doors
Accessibility
No Stairs
Rooms
Primary Bedroom, Basement, Bathroom, Kitchen, Dining Room, Primary Bathroom, Office, Living Room, Workshop, Family Room, Entry Foyer

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Traditional
Roof
Composition, Shingle
Construction
Stucco, Wood Siding
Foundation
Pillar Post Pier, Raised
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Rectangular Lot, Ranch, Sprinkler System, Walkstreet, Yard
Patio and Porch
Rear Porch, Covered, Deck
Parking
Door Multi, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Workshop In Garage
Pool Features
None
Spa
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Condition
Building Permit, Updated Remodeled, Termite Clearance
Faces
East
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
OTHER
Community Features
Curbs, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors

The record

Property History for 178 N Monterey Road

DateEventPriceNote
Mar 12, 2026 Listed for sale $1,995,000

Cost of ownership

Estimated monthly payment

7.03% · 30-yr fixed
$
$13,668/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $179,500 down
Principal & interest$10,781
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$673
Property tax (est. 1.13%)$1,690
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$524
HOANot reported, not included
$11,797/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $359,000 down
Principal & interest$9,583
Property tax (est. 1.13%)$1,690
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$524
HOANot reported, not included
$10,599/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $538,500 down
Principal & interest$8,385
Property tax (est. 1.13%)$1,690
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$524
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$2,214/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.13%)$1,690
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$524
HOANot reported, not included

Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.03% (week of Sep 24, 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 rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.

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Schools for 178 N Monterey Road

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Elementary
Cambridge
High
Orange
District
Orange Unified

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Listed by Albert Ricci of Ricci Realty

Listing information updated Jul 27, 2026 at 1:43 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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