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1208 E 3rd, Santa Ana CA 92701 - photo 1

For Sale|Single Family ResidencePending

1208 E 3rd, Santa Ana, CA 92701

  • 3 beds
  • 3 baths
  • 1,731 sq ft
  • 6,251 sq ft lot
  • Built 1915
$870,000

Est. $5,725/mo with 20% down, 30-year fixed

MLS# PW26104620 · Listed May 13, 2026 · 143 Days On Site

The home

About 1208 E 3rd

Located in the heart of Santa Ana’s evolving urban core, this classic 1915 residence offers a rare opportunity for buyers looking to build equity in one of Orange County’s steadily revitalizing neighborhoods. Featuring approximately 1,731 square feet of living space on a 6,250 square foot lot, the home offers strong bones, generous living areas, and the character of early California architecture. For first-time homebuyers, this home may represent one of the more attainable entry points into the Santa Ana single-family market, especially for buyers willing to invest sweat equity over time. Santa Ana also continues to support homeownership through programs designed to assist qualified first-time buyers with down payment assistance (Check with your lender and city of Santa Ana for available programs).

Property details for 1208 E 3rd

This 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in Santa Ana in Orange County. It offers 1,731 square feet of living space and is listed at $870,000, about $503 per square foot. The home was built in 1915. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 398-453-03. Highlights include single-story living, a two-car garage, and a 6,251-square-foot lot. 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
$870,000
Days On Site
143 Days
Bedrooms
3
Inside Area (SqFt)
1,731 sqft
Total Baths
3
Full Baths
3
Partial Baths
N/A
Lot Size
6,251 SqFt
Year Built
1915
MLS® Number
PW26104620
Status
Pending
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
N/A
Sq Ft Source
Assessor

General Features

Property Type
Single Family Residence
MLS Number
PW26104620
Year Built
1915
Living Area (sq ft)
1,731
Living Area Source
Assessor
Lot Size (sq ft)
6,250
Lot Size (acres)
0.1435
Levels
One
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
3
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
View
None
Parcel Number
39845303
On Market Date
2026-05-13
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Bedroom On Main Level
Cooling
None
Fireplace
None
Laundry
None
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Rooms
Living Room, Bedroom

Exterior Features

Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Level, Rectangular Lot, Walkstreet, Yard
Pool Features
None
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Other
Community Features
Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Urban

The record

Property History for 1208 E 3rd

DateEventPriceNote
May 13, 2026 Listed for sale $890,000

Cost of ownership

Estimated monthly payment

7.03% · 30-yr fixed
$
$6,631/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $87,000 down
Principal & interest$5,225
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$326
Property tax (est. county typical)$826
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$254
HOANot reported, not included
$5,725/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $174,000 down
Principal & interest$4,645
Property tax (est. county typical)$826
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$254
HOANot reported, not included
$5,144/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $261,000 down
Principal & interest$4,064
Property tax (est. county typical)$826
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$254
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$1,080/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. county typical)$826
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$254
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. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Orange County rate. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.

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School District for 1208 E 3rd

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The MLS record lists the school district as Santa Ana Unified.

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Listed by Eduardo Becerra of Main St Properties

Listing information updated Sep 15, 2026 at 3:12 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

CRMLS logo This information is for your personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties you may be interested in purchasing. The display of MLS data is usually deemed reliable but is NOT guaranteed accurate by the MLS. Buyers are responsible for verifying the accuracy of all information and should investigate the data themselves or retain appropriate professionals. Information from sources other than the Listing Agent may have been included in the MLS data. Unless otherwise specified in writing, the Broker/Agent has not and will not verify any information obtained from other sources. The Broker/Agent providing the information contained herein may or may not have been the Listing and/or Selling Agent.

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