

178 N Monterey Road, Orange, CA 92866
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,500 sq ft
- 0.26-acre lot
- Built 1952
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
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000 |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixedEstimate 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
Schools for 178 N Monterey Road
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Cambridge
- High
- Orange
- District
- Orange Unified
Location
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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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