$1,495,000
$54K PRICE DROP

1521 Melody Ln Fullerton, CA 92831

Raymond Hills Neighborhood

Estimated payment $8,282/month

Total Views 2,683
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,850 Sq Ft
$808 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Bonus Room
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Acacia Elementary School Rated A-
  • Private Yard
  • Double Self-Cleaning Oven

About This Home

First Time on the Market Since 1967! Welcome to this lovingly maintained single-story ranch home in the highly desirable Raymond Hills neighborhood of Fullerton. Situated on an elevated 13,020 sq. ft. lot, this property offers approximately 1,850 sq. ft. of living space plus a versatile 500+ sq. ft. bonus room with a private entrance—ideal for a home office, studio, guest suite, multigenerational living, or future ADU potential (buyer to verify). The remodeled kitchen opens to comfortable living spaces filled with natural light, while the spacious backyard features mature lemon and orange trees, established landscaping, and room for a pool, gardens, outdoor entertaining, or future expansion. Recent improvements include updated windows, HVAC servicing, chimney work, irrigation improvements, and completed termite work, providing an excellent foundation for the next owner's vision. Located within the acclaimed Troy High School attendance area and just minutes from Cal State Fullerton, St. Jude Medical Center, Acacia Park, Fullerton Creek, downtown Fullerton, shopping, dining, and convenient access to the 57 and 91 freeways. Homes offering this combination of single-story living, oversized lot, flexible bonus space, and one-family ownership for nearly six decades rarely become available. Shown by appointment to qualified buyers.

Listing Agent

Don Clark

Don Clark, Broker License #01074866 Listed on: 06/15/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • Gated Home
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Fence is in excellent condition
  • Private Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Blown-In Insulation
  • Concrete Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Plaster
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,850 Sq Ft Home
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Water Line To Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener

Community Details

  • Out Of Area Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Unit Levels: 1 Story
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 991983
  • Subdivision Name: OUT OF AREA
  • Living Area: 1850.0
  • FeedTypes: IDX
  • RFModificationTimestamp: 2026-07-28T23:29:46Z
  • ADU_YesNo: No
  • AgeRestrictions: N/K
  • ExclusiveUseYard: Yes
  • FullAddress: 1521 Melody Lane
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ShortSale: No
  • SupplementRemarks: PROPERTY FEATURES & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 1521 Melody Lane presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial single-story mid-century ranch-style California home situated on an elevated 13,020 square foot lot within Fullerton's highly desirable Raymond Hills neighborhood. Offered for the first time since 1967, the property reflects decades of ownership, stewardship, and pride of ownership while offering exceptional flexibility and future potential for the next generation of ownership. Originally designed as a traditional California ranch home, the residence combines timeless single-story living with the lot size, outdoor space, storage capacity, and flexibility increasingly sought by today's buyers. The home contains approximately 1,850 square feet of living space with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and is complemented by mature landscaping, attractive curb appeal, and a welcoming residential setting. A significant feature of the property is the separate 500+ square foot bonus room with private exterior access. This flexible space may accommodate a variety of uses including home office, studio, creative workspace, hobby room, exercise room, workshop office, music room, craft room, business use, or other buyer-specific needs. Recent improvements include installation of a new split heating and air conditioning system serving the bonus room area, providing efficient year-round comfort and enhancing the versatility of the space. Originally designed with a three-car garage, the current configuration incorporates a portion of the third bay into the bonus room while retaining valuable workshop and storage space. A remaining workshop area provides opportunities for hobbies, motorcycle storage, projects, tools, equipment, and general utility use. Future reconfiguration possibilities may appeal to automotive enthusiasts, collectors, hobbyists, or buyers seeking expanded garage capacity, tandem parking arrangements, workshop space, or alternative future uses. Storage capacity throughout the property is exceptional and rarely found in comparable homes. Extensive built-in cabinetry, shelving systems, and storage areas are located throughout the garage and bonus room spaces. Above these areas is a substantial floored attic crawl-space storage area extending across much of the structure. This storage area offers significant capacity for seasonal items, tools, equipment, records, collectibles, business inventory, hobby materials, household belongings, and long-term storage needs. The outdoor environment is equally impressive. Mature lemon and orange trees continue to produce abundant fruit. Blackberry plantings and productive garden areas provide both enjoyment and functionality. The grounds offer numerous opportunities for gardening, outdoor entertaining, recreation, and personalization. The expansive lot provides ample space for future pool construction, landscape redesign, expanded outdoor living areas, garden expansion, or potential future expansion of the residence, subject to buyer investigation and applicable approvals. The elevated setting captures refreshing afternoon and evening breezes that have long been appreciated by the owners and contribute significantly to the property's comfortable outdoor environment. The covered breezeway was thoughtfully designed to take advantage of these natural conditions and serves as an inviting transition between indoor and outdoor living areas. The property enjoys an exceptional location convenient to many of Fullerton's most desirable amenities. Acacia Park and Fullerton Creek are located within a short walking distance and provide natural open space, mature trees, walking paths, birdlife, children's play areas, and expansive grassy areas suitable for recreation and outdoor activities. The surrounding area offers opportunities for walking, enjoying nature, and outdoor recreation in a peaceful residential setting. California State University, Fullerton is within walking distance.
  • WaterHeaterType: Gas
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Garage Door Opener, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Electric Stove, Ice Maker, Range/Stove Hood, Recirculated Exhaust Fan, Self Cleaning Oven, Water Line to Refr, Counter Top, Gas Cooking
  • Fireplace Features: FP in Family Room
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Blockwall, Excellent Condition, Full, Gate, Wood
  • Roof: Concrete
  • Pool Features: N/K
  • Construction Type: Brick, Stucco, Wood, Wood/Stucco, Blown Insulation, Plaster

Garage/Parking

  • Garaged Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: None Known
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • SDMLS_ParkingNonGaraged: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Forced Air
  • Heating: Forced Air Unit
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Laundry Features: Gas, Washer Hookup
  • Water Source: Meter on Property, Public
  • HeatSource: Natural Gas

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,629 $119,368 $40,490 $78,878
2024 $1,566 $117,028 $39,696 $77,332
2023 $1,524 $114,734 $38,918 $75,816
2022 $1,505 $112,485 $38,155 $74,330
2021 $1,479 $110,280 $37,407 $72,873
2020 $1,469 $109,150 $37,024 $72,126
2019 $1,437 $107,010 $36,298 $70,712
2018 $1,415 $104,912 $35,586 $69,326
2017 $1,391 $102,855 $34,888 $67,967
2016 $1,363 $100,839 $34,204 $66,635
2015 $1,327 $99,325 $33,690 $65,635
2014 $1,290 $97,380 $33,030 $64,350
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/28/2026 07/28/26 For Sale $1,495,000 0.0% $808 / Sq Ft
07/14/2026 07/14/26 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2026 06/25/26 Price Changed $1,495,000 -3.5% $808 / Sq Ft
06/15/2026 06/15/26 For Sale $1,549,000 -- $837 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 260014558

San Diego MLS

APN: 029-563-08

California Orange County Fullerton 92831 Raymond Hills

1521 Melody Ln, Fullerton, CA

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