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12161 Nelson Street sold on September 11, 2026 for $995,000. The details are below for reference.

12161 Nelson Street, Garden Grove, CA 92840
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,119 sq ft
- 7,200 sq ft lot
- Built 1953
The home
About 12161 Nelson Street
Welcome home to this beautifully well-maintained single-story charmer in the heart of Garden Grove! Set on an expansive 7,200-square-foot lot, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence blends timeless character with room to grow. From the moment you arrive, the manicured front yard, mature landscaping, and warm curb appeal set the tone for what's inside.
Step through the door to a bright, welcoming living space filled with natural light and comfortable, easy-living flow. The functional kitchen offers plenty of cabinetry and counter space, ready for everyday meals and weekend gatherings alike. Three well-sized bedrooms provide restful retreats, while the two bathrooms serve the home with convenience and ease. Original details throughout give this home genuine warmth and personality, offering a wonderful canvas to make it your own.
The real showstopper is the outdoors. The generous backyard is a private oasis with plenty of open space for entertaining, gardening, play, or simply relaxing under the California sun. With a large lot and a deep rear yard, the possibilities are endless; imagine adding to the existing home or building a detached ADU in the back for extended family, guests, or potential rental income (buyer to verify with the city). This is the kind of space and flexibility that's increasingly rare and highly sought after.
Ideally located in a well-established Garden Grove neighborhood, you're just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, schools, and major commuter routes, with the best of Orange County right at your fingertips. Homes with this combination of charm, lot size, and future potential don't come along often. Come see it, fall in love, and picture the possibilities; your next chapter starts here!
Property details for 12161 Nelson Street
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in Garden Grove in Orange County. It offers 1,119 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1953. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 089-291-07. Highlights include single-story living, an attached two-car garage, a 7,200-square-foot lot, central air, 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
- $995,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,119 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 1
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 7,200 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1953
- MLS® Number
- PW26159218
- 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
- PW26159218
- Year Built
- 1953
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,119
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 7,200
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1653
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 1
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 4
- View
- Neighborhood
- Parcel Number
- 08929107
- On Market Date
- 2026-07-23
- Listing Terms
- Standard, Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fans, Laminate Counters, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level
- Appliances
- Free Standing Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Laminate
- Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Double Pane Windows, Screens
- Accessibility
- None
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Traditional
- Roof
- Composition
- Construction
- Frame, Stucco
- Foundation
- Pillar Post Pier
- Lot Features
- Six To Ten Units Acre
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete, Covered, Front Porch, Open, Patio
- Parking
- Concrete, Driveway Level, Door Single, Driveway, Garage
- Fencing
- Block
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Unknown
- Community Features
- Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Detection System, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 12161 Nelson Street
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2026 | Sold | $995,000 | |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Listed for sale | $939,000 |
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Schools
Schools for 12161 Nelson Street
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Evans
- Middle
- Ralston
- High
- Garden Grove
- District
- Garden Grove Unified
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Listed by Daniel Gray of First Team Real Estate
Listing information updated Sep 11, 2026 at 5:38 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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