$675,000
2Beds3Baths1,302SqFt
128 Shattuck CourtBrea, CA 92821
293 S Poplar, Brea, CA 92821
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
- 864 sq ft
- 7,000 sq ft lot
- Built 1940
Subdivision Tract 161
The home
About 293 S Poplar
Downtown Brea Living with Rare R-3 Zoning Potential...
Imagine living on a charming, tree-lined residential street just moments from the energy of Downtown Brea—with the added advantage of a generously sized lot and R-3 zoning that creates an intriguing opportunity for the future. Welcome to 293 S. Poplar Avenue, where location, character, and possibility come together in one of Brea’s most desirable established neighborhoods.
Built in 1940, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 864 square feet of living space on an approximately 7,000-square-foot lot. Whether you're looking for a place to call home, an investment opportunity, or a property with potential for future possibilities, the combination of lot size, location, and R-3 Multiple Family Residential zoning makes this property especially compelling. Buyers are encouraged to investigate allowable uses, development standards, and potential opportunities directly with the City of Brea.
And then there's the lifestyle. Downtown Brea and Birch Street Promenade are just moments away, putting exceptional dining, shopping, entertainment, and community events within easy reach. Enjoy dinner at local favorites such as Old Brea Chop House, catch a show at the Brea Improv or Curtis Theatre, meet friends for coffee, or simply enjoy an evening exploring downtown.
Outdoor recreation is equally accessible, with Craig Regional Park, Carbon Canyon Regional Park, and The Tracks at Brea providing nearby opportunities for walking, biking, hiking, and enjoying the outdoors. The property is also served by the highly regarded Brea Olinda Unified School District, with convenient access to shopping and major freeways.
293 S. Poplar Avenue offers something increasingly difficult to find: an established Downtown Brea neighborhood, a substantial lot, an existing single-family home, and zoning that may provide additional possibilities for the future.
Come explore the home, the location, and the possibilities for yourself. Schedule your private tour today.
Property details for 293 S Poplar
This 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home sits in the Tract 161 neighborhood of Brea in Orange County. It offers 864 square feet of living space and is listed at $675,000, about $781 per square foot. The home was built in 1940. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 319-314-06. Highlights include single-story living, a one-car garage, a 7,000-square-foot lot, and air conditioning. 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
- $675,000
- Days On Site
- 10 Days
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 864 sqft
- Total Baths
- 1
- Full Baths
- 1
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 7,000 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1940
- MLS® Number
- PW26194725
- 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
- PW26194725
- Year Built
- 1940
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 864
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 7,000
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1607
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- Parking Spaces
- 1
- View
- None
- Parcel Number
- 31931406
- On Market Date
- 2026-09-23
- Zoning
- R-3
- Listing Terms
- Probate Listing
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Heating
- Wall Furnace
- Cooling
- Wall Window Units
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Inside
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 2
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Rooms
- Bedroom
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Tract 161
- Community Features
- Urban
The record
Property History for 293 S Poplar
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 | Listed for sale | $675,000 |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$5,145/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $67,500 down
Principal & interest$4,054
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$253
Property tax (est. county typical)$641
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$197
HOANot reported, not included
$4,442/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $135,000 down
Principal & interest$3,604
Property tax (est. county typical)$641
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$197
HOANot reported, not included
$3,991/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $202,500 down
Principal & interest$3,153
Property tax (est. county typical)$641
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$197
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$838/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. county typical)$641
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$197
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 County rate. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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Schools
Schools for 293 S Poplar
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Laurel
- Middle
- Brea
- High
- Brea Olinda
- District
- Brea-Olinda Unified
Location
Location
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Listed by Rance Cooper of Circa Properties, Inc.
Listing information updated Oct 3, 2026 at 11:18 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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