RENTED FEB 25, 2026

1940 E Stearns Ave Orange, CA 92866

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,495 Sq Ft
6,970 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold October 23, 2017

Last sale price $784,888 $525 Per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • No Units Above
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Open Floorplan
  • El Modena High School Rated A-
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of February 2026

Welcome to 1940 E Stearns Avenue, a stunningly upgraded, 3 bed/2bath home nestled in the picturesque city of Orange. Seamlessly blending single-level convenience with contemporary style, no details has been overlooked. Enjoy a fully remodeled kitchen, complete with a full-height designer tile backsplash, quartz countertops and a deluxe suite of high end, stainless steel appliances. Contemporary cabinetry, recessed lighting, and bespoke finishes keep the space bright and open: perfect for entertaining guests or an intimate meal at home. Each of the three bedrooms is spacious and bright, kept fresh with a recent coat of custom paint. From wood-look tile flooring to crown molding, enjoy a touch of luxury in the hand-selected upgrades throughout. Dual pane windows maximize energy efficiency, while central heating and air conditioning keep the home cool, comfortable, and cozy. Only 5 minutes from prime shopping & dining in Old Town Orange, and situated in the Orange Unified School District (rated the Top School District in North Orange County by Parenting OC Magazine). Welcome home.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Maxwell Carr

First Team Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 949-690-2910 License #01898611 Listed on: 12/15/2025

First Team Real Estate

Last Renter's Agent

Maxwell Carr

First Team Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 949-690-2910 License #01898611 Listed on: 12/15/2025

First Team Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1968 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • No Units Above
  • No Units Located Below
  • 1 Common Wall
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Lawn
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Single Garage Door
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Clay Roof
  • Copper Plumbing

Interior Spaces

  • 1,495 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Storage
  • Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Open to Family Room
  • Kitchen Island
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Built-In Trash or Recycling Cabinet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Quartz Bathroom Countertops
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Wrap Around Porch

Schools

  • La Veta Elementary School
  • Santiago Middle School
  • El Modena High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Suburban Location

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $4,500
  • Rent includes gardener, trash collection, water
  • Available 12/15/25
  • Tax Lot 16
  • Tax Tract Number 6366
  • Assessor Parcel Number 39019238

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Greenbelt

Pet Policy

  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Pet Size Limit
  • Pet Deposit $500
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Year Built

Built in 1968 | Remodeled

Lot Details

6,970 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Rental Info

  • Cashiers Check: 1ST Month Rent, Security Deposit
  • Available Date: 2025-12-15
  • Credit Check: Yes
  • Credit Check Paid By: Owner
  • Deposit Pets: 500
  • Deposit Security: 4500
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Pets Allowed: Size Limit, Call, Dogs OK, Cats OK, Number Limit, Yes
  • Total Move In Costs: 8600.00
  • Transfer Fee Paid By: Owner

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: Duplex
  • Assessments: No
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • View: No
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Parcel Number: 39019238
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1495.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Quartz Counters, Built-in Features, Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan, Storage, Copper Plumbing Full
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: 1 Common Wall, No One Below, No One Above
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Family Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 2.81
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom, All Bedrooms Down, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite, Primary Bathroom
  • Bathroom Features: Upgraded, Quartz Counters, Shower In Tub, Walk-In Shower, Bathtub, Remodeled, Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Open To Family Room, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Built-In Trash/Recycling

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Enclosed, Wrap Around
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Clay, Tile
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage - Single Door, Garage Faces Front, Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Cable Connected, Phone Connected, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Garage, Washer Included, Dryer Included
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Storm Drains, Suburban

Schools

  • Elementary School: La Veta
  • High School: El Modena
  • Middle Or Junior School: Santiago
  • Elementary School #2: LAVET
  • High School2: ELMOD2

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Rectangular Lot, Front Yard, Back Yard, Greenbelt, Lawn
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6970.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1600

Multi Family

  • Insurance Water Furniture: Yes
  • Lease Term: Negotiable, 12 Months, 24 Months
  • Lot Size Area: 6970.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
  • Rent Includes: Gardener, Trash Collection, Water

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 758.06
  • Tax Lot: 16
  • Tax Tract Number: 6366
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/25/2026 02/25/26 Rented $4,200 0.0% --
02/03/2026 02/03/26 Price Changed $4,200 -6.7% $3 / Sq Ft
12/15/2025 12/15/25 For Rent $4,500 -18.2% --
08/12/2024 08/12/24 Rented $5,500 +27.9% --
07/05/2024 07/05/24 Price Changed $4,300 -4.4% $3 / Sq Ft
05/23/2024 05/23/24 For Rent $4,500 +40.6% --
07/07/2020 07/07/20 Rented $3,200 0.0% --
06/23/2020 06/23/20 Under Contract -- -- --
06/12/2020 06/12/20 Off Market $3,200 -- --
06/03/2020 06/03/20 For Rent $3,200 0.0% --
10/23/2017 10/23/17 Sold $784,888 0.0% $310 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/10/2017 09/10/17 Pending -- -- --
09/10/2017 09/10/17 Off Market $784,888 -- --
09/06/2017 09/06/17 For Sale $765,000 -- $302 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History

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 $11,254 $1,033,032 $918,048 $114,984
2024 $11,254 $1,012,777 $900,047 $112,730
2023 $9,587 $858,387 $750,590 $107,797
2022 $9,402 $841,556 $735,872 $105,684
2021 $9,140 $825,055 $721,443 $103,612
2020 $9,056 $816,596 $714,046 $102,550
2019 $8,942 $800,585 $700,045 $100,540
2018 $8,806 $784,888 $686,319 $98,569
2017 $1,307 $86,354 $23,316 $63,038
2016 $1,284 $84,661 $22,859 $61,802
2015 $1,264 $83,390 $22,516 $60,874
2014 $1,236 $81,757 $22,075 $59,682
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC25276142

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 390-192-38

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