
Sold
4521 W Watkins sold on June 18, 2026 for $750,000. The details are below for reference.

4521 W Watkins, Santa Ana, CA 92704
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
- 769 sq ft
- 8,359 sq ft lot
- Built 1941
Subdivision Rancho Las Bolsas
The home
About 4521 W Watkins
ATTENTION INVESTORS, BUILDERS & VISIONARIES: Massive 8,360 Sq. Ft. Lot with Endless Potential!
Welcome to 4521 W Watkins Way, the ultimate blank canvas in central Santa Ana. Boasting a flat 8,360 sq. ft. lot with highly desirable R2 zoning, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a premium parcel in a neighborhood experiencing tremendous growth and upside.
The existing 769 sq. ft. structure is a fixer, making this the perfect value-add project for a flipper or visionary developer ready to maximize their return. The sheer size of this fully-fenced lot gives you the flexibility to bring your vision to life. Buyers can explore a rehab and expansion to create a sprawling, modernized single-family home, or start entirely fresh to take full advantage of the lot's multi-family redevelopment potential. Whether you envision a large-scale income-producing property or a beautifully reimagined home with an expansive backyard, the possibilities here are vast.
A gorgeous, mature blooming Jacaranda tree provides instant front-yard curb appeal. The exceptionally deep, rectangular backyard offers endless configuration possibilities for a massive extension, a large workshop, or future development. It is perfectly situated in a transitioning area with massive upside potential, adjacent to neighborhood schools and parks. Plus, this central Orange County location offers quick access to major freeways, shopping, and regional employment hubs.
Property Details & Layout:
This is currently a 2 Bed, 1 Bath stand-alone single-family home featuring 769 sq. ft. of living area. The home is a single-story with a main floor entry level. The primary entry location is at the front door facing the street, with secondary access via a back door from the driveway. There are currently no garage but plenty of space to build one, leaving ample room for driveway parking or future development.
Please note that the property requires rehabilitation and will likely not qualify for traditional financing. The property is being sold strictly in "AS-IS" condition. Buyer and buyer's agent to conduct their own due diligence and verify all zoning, building requirements, permits, and lot potential with the City of Santa Ana.
Lots of this size in Orange County are scarce. Bring your contractor or architect, run your numbers, and submit your offer today!
Property details for 4521 W Watkins
This 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home sits in the Rancho Las Bolsas neighborhood of Santa Ana in Orange County. It offers 769 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1941. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 108-131-45. Highlights include single-story living and an 8,359-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
- $750,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 769 sqft
- Total Baths
- 1
- Full Baths
- 1
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 8,359 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1941
- MLS® Number
- PW26113265
- 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
- PW26113265
- Year Built
- 1941
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 769
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 8,360
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1919
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 1
- View
- None
- Parcel Number
- 10813145
- On Market Date
- 2026-05-25
- Zoning
- R2
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Heating
- None
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- None
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Sewer Tap Paid
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Rancho Las Bolsas
- Community Features
- Street Lights
The record
Property History for 4521 W Watkins
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2026 | Sold | $750,000 | |
| May 25, 2026 | Listed for sale | $699,950 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Schools
Schools for 4521 W Watkins
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Heritage
- Middle
- Stephen
- High
- Los Amigos
- District
- Santa Ana Unified
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Listed by Daniel Gutierrez of Allview Real Estate
Listing information updated Jun 18, 2026 at 6:26 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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