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History and a vibrant Downtown anchor Brea
Brea, which means tar in Spanish, gets its name from the black oil found here that pushed the early development of this metropolis at the turn of the 20th century. Located at the foothills of Puente Hills just north of Anaheim, the city showcases the area’s distinct art and history. Once an epicenter during the oil boom, the southwestern California enclave is now home to trendy restaurants and cafes, award-winning schools, and a thriving community. “Downtown Brea has a lot of energy,” says Realtor Sheila Buonauro of TNG Real Estate Consultants, who has lived in Brea since 1987. “Most people love Brea because of its family-oriented and open community, school system and convenient accessibility to the rest of California.”
The Olinda Oil Museum and Trail is located off Santa Fe Road in Brea.
Color Me Mine holds events for the Downtown Brea community.
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Diverse dining and a central shopping mall
An eclectic mix of trendy restaurants and local boutiques interlace with cultural entertainment options in Brea’s vibrant downtown district along Brea Boulevard and Birch Street. Diverse dining options line the district, with standouts like Old Brea Chop House, an upscale steakhouse in the middle of downtown. Taste of Brea is a summer food festival that celebrates the city’s many eateries. “Randolph Boulevard closes down for vendors, music and all the restaurants,” Buonauro says. “It’s a celebration of food and community.” Apart from local establishments and boutiques downtown, residents can also fulfill their shopping needs at the Brea Mall, a centrally located shopping center with name brands like Macy’s and JCPenney.
A variety of shops and restaurants can be found throughout Brea.
Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen is always busy in Downtown Brea.
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Mediterranean and ranch-style homes
Neatly clustered homes situated on modest lots line the streets here, many of the single-family examples including Mediterranean and ranch styles. Larger estates and custom homes spread on larger acreage offer ample room and privacy. Apartments, condominiums, townhouses, and manufactured homes round out the housing options. The median price for real estate hovers at around $996,000, but listing prices may range from a two-bedroom manufactured home for $140,000 to a Tuscan-style estate for $3 million.
Condo style homes provide easy access and allow residents to park right beside where they live.
Among the many beautiful styles of homes in Brea are large two story homes.
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Arts and history converge in Brea
Hearkening back to the area’s oil-field origins, the Olinda Oil Museum & Trail is part museum, part hiking trail where visitors can walk by vintage oil rig equipment and see working oil rigs. Additional regional history can be uncovered at the Brea Museum and Historical Society, located by City Hill Park. More than 170 artworks, including outdoor sculptures, are part of the area's comprehensive Art in Public Places program, which was started in 1975 and is currently viewable via self-guided tours.
The Historic Brea Lions Scout Center in City Hall Park.
Museum
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Redwood groves and recreation along the Puente Hills
Brea boasts two county regional parks and 12 community parks. Home to the county’s only redwood grove, Carbon Canyon Regional Park sprawls across 124 acres on the eastern side of the city. Cyclists and hikers explore over 3 miles of trails that snake through towering redwood trees, while sports facilities and a colorful playground keep locals active. The park also features a 4-acre lake with fishing piers and hosts a variety of events, including night hikes and wildflower walks. Additional playgrounds and sporting fields are found at Brea Sports Park. Repurposed from a railroad and train depot, The Track is Brea Park’s 4-mile two-way bike trail that has a separated pedestrian walkway.
The tall redwoods of Carbon Canyon are an oasis of forest magic.
Carbon Canyon Park also has benches where residents can sit and look out on the water.
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Access to Orange Freeway and beyond
Brea’s central location offers convenience to residents, who can easily access Freeway 57, formally known as Orange Freeway, which runs directly through the city. Seven bus routes run throughout Brea, serviced by the Orange County Transportation Authority, with key stops like the Brea Mall. Travelers can also access a few airports nearby; the Orange Country Airport is 17 miles away, the Ontario International Airport is 25 miles away, and the Los Angeles International Airport is 48 miles away.
The 57 Freeway links Brea to Los Angeles County at its northern border.
The Brea mall features restaurants like the California Pizza Kitchen.
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Top-rated education in Brea-Olinda Unified School District
Students in Brea may attend public schools within the Brea-Olinda Unified School District, which earns an A overall score from Niche. Laurel Magnet School of Innovation and Career Exploration serves kindergarten through sixth graders and earns an A-minus overall grade. Seventh and eighth graders attend Brea Junior High School before advancing to Brea-Olinda High School. Here, high schoolers may take part in the institution’s award-winning performing arts programs, over 20 varsity sports teams, and more than 80 student clubs. Both the Junior High School and High School earn an A grade.
Laurel Elementary from above the city of Brea.
Brea High School has a large sign to indicate daily messages.
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On average, homes in Brea, CA sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Brea, CA over the last 12 months is $1,155,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to 415 W. Acacia Street, ideally located in the heart of Brea near Brea Creek Golf Course. This charming single-story home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and approximately 1,662 square feet of living space on a 7,245 square foot lot. Step inside to an open and inviting living room featuring a cozy gas fireplace, vinyl plank flooring, and an abundance of natural light streaming through
Beautifully upgraded newer townhome located in the highly desirable Brea community of Trailview. Built in 2016, this stylish residence offers a bright and open floor plan with modern finishes throughout. Spacious living room flows seamlessly into the gourmet kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, center island, and ample cabinetry. Upstairs offers well-appointed
Welcome to the highly sought-after Lake Park Brea 55+ community! This beautifully maintained home reflects true pride of ownership from the moment you enter. The spacious living room features open beamed ceilings, new wood laminate flooring, updated baseboards, and an abundance of natural light. It flows seamlessly into the dining area, complete with a built-in hutch offering ample storage, and a
Move-in ready, Beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom mobile home offering a modern, open-concept design and high-end finishes throughout. The stunning kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring a large center island, sleek quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and a stylish designer light fixture. This home features updated PEX plumbing with copper outlets and brand-new electrical
Charming 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home in a Lovely Community in BREA! Welcome to an exceptional opportunity to craft your dream home in the highly desirable Hollydale Mobile Home Park, nestled in the heart of Brea. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offers an inviting open-concept kitchen complete with stainless steel appliances, generous living areas, and breathtaking canyon and mountain
Move-In Ready! Fully Renovated 2BD, 2BA Mobile Home. This stunning home features a brand-new peninsula-concept kitchen with a quartz countertop. This home has been fully renovated. New LED lighting, New Luxury Waterproof Vinyl flooring and new baseboards adding a modern touch featured throughout the home. Upgraded Plumbing, New Electrical Panel. New Recessed lighting with dimmer switch. New
Senior Park Community 55+... What a perfect opportunity to own this bright, spacious 2-bedroom, 2 bath home with a GREAT LOCATION on the perimeter of the community! We begin our tour of this lovely home with the spacious living room dining room combination that features a fireplace that will remain with the home. This room also has plantation shutters on all the windows to bring in that nice
Located on a quiet cul-de-sac and set on one of the largest lots in the highly sought-after gated community of Parkhurst, this exceptional residence offers an impressive combination of scale, natural light, and an incredibly functional floor plan. A grand entry welcomes you with soaring two-story ceilings and expansive dual-pane windows that fill the home with natural light, creating a bright and
Senior Park Community 55+...Newly Remolded Home! Step into this stunning 2br., 2ba home featuring laminate flooring throughout, crown molding, beautifully painted in neutral tones. You will fall in love with this open concept kitchen, with quartz countertops, self-closing cabinets; all brand-new stainless-steel appliances, and a large center island perfect for entertaining family and friends. The
Senior Park Community 55+...Featured Home for Sale: This spacious 2br., 2ba., home features 1956 sq., ft., of living space. The formal living room features large picture windows with vaulted ceilings overlooking the lush greenbelt. From there you enter the formal dining area with a built-in hutch. Just steps away is the kitchen offering updated oven and gas cook top, and plenty of cabinet and
Senior Park Community 55+..Look no further! This charming large 2br., 2ba is nestled on the lush greenbelt with a nice covered patio perfect for enjoying morning coffee or your favorite beverage. The entry welcomes you into the spacious living room featuring plenty of windows allowing for natural light, and adjacent to the dining room. Nice size kitchen with lots of counter and cabinet space
Senior Park Community 55+..Welcome Home! Step inside this beautiful 2br., 1 & 1⁄2 bath home featuring an open concept kitchen and dining area, tastefully updated with beautiful quartz counter tops, newer appliances and plenty of cabinets for storage. Just off the kitchen is a private patio, perfect for entertaining family and friends. The living room features vaulted ceilings and skylight
Senior Living 55 + This is the perfect opportunity to buy this bright spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath home with an open floor plan and a private grass backyard and patio. Enter into a bright and spacious living room open to both the dining room and kitchen. The kitchen has a new stove, oven, dishwasher, sink, and cooktop. The guest room is conveniently located across the hall from the guest bath. The
Senior Living 55 + Discover the potential in this charming 2br., 2 ba. home nestled in the most beautiful location in our community! With breataking lake views right outside your door, this home offers the perfect opportunity to create your dream home. While it needs some updates, the unbeatable setting makes it well worth the investment. Imagine waking up to serene water views, enjoying morning
Senior Living 55 + This spacious 2-bedroom, 2 bath home features a light antique white interior, with laminate flooring throughout. The spacious kitchen features white cabinetry providing plenty of storage, gas cooktop and breakfast bar opening into a den area, and generous laundry room. Master bedroom features a large walk in closet, with attached beautifully remodeled bath featuring a large
Lovely studio apartment with private entrance and private patio. Includes a stackable washer and dryer and bathroom with shower. Very clean and ready to occupy.
Tamarack Gardens is located in one of California’s most beloved suburbs, Brea. Located just north of Anaheim, Brea is home to the spectacular Brea Mall, a terrific downtown shopping district, and a beautiful collection of public art displays. Tamarack Gardens offers one- and two-bedroom apartments ideally located to everything Brea has to offer. Your Tamarack Gardens apartment is also near major
This is a studio with one bedroom and one living area. One wall is attached to the main house, but you can still use the backyard. At the back, there are mountain views that are very beautiful. It’s located on the hills of Brea, giving the backyard a beautiful, scenic view and a peaceful atmosphere.
Raintree Apartment Homes is surrounded by the beauty of Brea, California and its flawless groves. Raintree Apartment Homes introduces a collection of meticulously designed and spacious apartment homes. Our community has been thoughtfully planned to be centrally located near acclaimed schools, shopping, dining and entertainment destinations. We are also just minutes from Cal State University,
Welcome to ALTERRA at La Floresta - one of Brea’s most sought-after, family-friendly communities. This beautifully maintained home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and lifestyle. This spacious home features four bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, including two master suites - one conveniently located on the main floor and another upstairs, ideal for multi-generational living or added
Avalon Brea Place offers studio, one and two bedroom apartment homes for lease. Thoughtfully designed living spaces include modern, open concept kitchens with steel appliances. Upgrade any home to Furnished+ and enjoy the convenience of turnkey living. Live effortlessly with amenities that include a state-of-the-art 24/7 fitness center with studio space, rooftop pool and spa and multiple lounge
Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located in the desirable city of Brea. This inviting residence features new flooring and a thoughtfully updated kitchen complete with stylish butcher block countertops—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The home is equipped with an EV charger, catering to today’s modern lifestyle and energy-conscious tenants. Spacious
Paradise awaits you at Birchwood Village Apartment Homes in Brea, California! Our inviting apartment community is located in Orange County. Brea has been named one of the five best places to live and you can enjoy that luxury and reap all the benefits when you join us at Birchwood Village Apartment Homes! Enjoy close proximity to a superb selection of shopping, fine dining and entertainment our
Come make this gorgeous and very spacious 2-story, 3-Bedroom [1 Downstairs & 2 Upstairs] and 2 Bathrooms UPGRADED and move-in ready home your next home. Located in the prestigious community of Brea, this home is centrally located near the 57 freeway and in the Brea-Olinda Unified School District. Park in the covered Garage, in the adjacent covered carport, or on the street. You're going to be
Joule La Floresta includes expansive one-, two- and three-bedroom luxury apartment homes in Brea, CA. Our live/work townhomes and work from home-friendly apartment homes feature luxury vinyl plank flooring, premium quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, USB charging ports, Nest thermostats, solar shades and full-size washer and dryers. Our boutique-size community features a matching
Experience luxury living in the prestigious Blackstone community of Brea, a beautiful and serene neighborhood with 24-hour security patrol. This expansive home offers 5 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, and 2 half baths, approximately 4,258 sq ft of living space plus an additional 500 sq ft gym, situated on a beautifully landscaped 0.32-acre lot. Designed for both comfort and upscale living, the
Breathe new life into your routine at The Pointe Apartments. Conveniently positioned alongside the 57 Freeway, our one and two bedroom luxury apartments in Brea, California, exude style. Modernize your morning in the high-end chef's kitchen, complete with granite countertops and a stainless gas range. When you aren't whipping up restaurant-quality meals, treat yourself to a dip in the luxe
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