Shelle Kirk
View Heights Properties
(562) 414-6134
23 Total Sales
1 in Orange
$620,000 Price
253 W Tulip Tree Ave Orange, CA 92865
Orange AreaEstimated Value: $1,161,000 - $1,244,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,070
Sq Ft
$582/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Spa
- Updated Kitchen
- Two Story Ceilings
- Fletcher Mandarin Language & Gate Academy Rated A-
- Open Floorplan
- Stone Countertops
About This Home
As of July 2025The GEM OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD! Welcome to 253 W Tulip Tree - where Designer Style Meets Everyday Comfort. This move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath detached Lennar built home is in a QUIET INTERIOR LOCATION of the vibrant Riverbend community in Orange - bursting with charm, light, and all the right upgrades. This model also has ROOM TO ADD A 4TH BDRM OR OFFICE WITHIN THE EXISTING FLOORPLAN, WHICH ADDS APPROX. 165 SFT. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by soaring ceilings, natural stone floors, and an inviting living and dining area - perfect for entertaining or unwinding after a long day. THE KITCHEN, RENOVATED IN 2020, is a total showstopper with WINE FRIDGE, LEATHERED QUARTIZITE COUNTERS, MOTHER OF PEARL BACKSPLASH, EXPANDED CENTER ISLAND, brass hardware, sleek glass and brass pendant lighting, custom cabinets, a warming drawer, pantry, and stainless steel appliances. The kitchen opens to a family room with high ceilings flooded by natural light. Downstairs also features a chic powder bathroom, automatic window coverings, and a FINISHED 2-CAR GARAGE WITH CUSTOM BUILT IN CABINETS AND EPOXY FLOORING. Head upstairs to your newly carpeted primary suite with a spa-like soaking tub, glassed in shower, dual vanities, and walk-in closet with custom organizers. Also upstairs is your laundry room, a full bathroom, and two more spacious bedrooms - ideal for guests, kids, or a home office setup. Step outside and enjoy a low-maintenance patio with PRIVACY TREES, TRANQUIL WATER FOUNTAIN, STONEWORK, and plenty of room for seating and al fresco dining. With custom paint, recessed LED lighting, and thoughtful touches throughout, this home is truly move-in ready. Just a short stroll to the COMMUNITY POOL, SPA, RIVER TRAIL, AND PARK WITH TENNIS COURTS, BASEBALL FIELDS, AND PICNIC SPOTS —you’ll love where you live and feel at home here! This is the home you've been waiting for. It is meticulously maintained and ready for it's new owner!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Seven Gables Real Estate Brokerage Email: dean@theodellgroup.com License #01060767 Listed on: 04/21/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 2008
Lot Details
- 3,615 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
HOA Fees
- $105 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Two Garage Doors
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Turnkey
- Planned Development
- Slab Foundation
- Tile Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,070 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Two Story Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Gas Fireplace
- Shutters
- Custom Window Coverings
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Gas Range
- Warming Drawer
- Microwave
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
Flooring
- Carpet
- Stone
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Stone Porch or Patio
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Fletcher Elementary School
- Cerra Villa Middle School
- Villa Park High School
Additional Features
- Suburban Location
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 25
- Tax Tract Number 16853
- Assessor Parcel Number 36042123
- $4,380 per year additional tax assessments
- Seller Considering Concessions
Community Details
Overview
- Riverbend Association, Phone Number (949) 259-7267
Amenities
- Picnic Area
- Laundry Facilities
Recreation
- Sport Court
- Community Playground
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 21, 2025
Closed on
Jul 2, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Dean O'Dell
Seven Gables Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Rixon Kien
Credent Real Estate
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,160,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-2.93%
Views
106
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$44,623
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.49%
Original Mortgage
$696,000
Outstanding Balance
$688,779
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$515,844
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 21, 2025
Closed on
Jun 27, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Dean O'Dell
Seven Gables Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Rixon Kien
Credent Real Estate
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,160,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-2.93%
Views
106
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$696,000
Outstanding Balance
$688,779
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$515,844
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 4, 2012
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 25, 2011
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
4.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 18, 2009
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$282,500
Interest Rate
4.91%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | Chicago Title Company | ||
| $1,160,000 | Chicago Title Company | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| $470,000 | Landwood Title Company | ||
| $532,500 | North American Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $696,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $283,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $265,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $282,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2025 07/14/25 | Sold | $1,160,000 | -2.9% | $560 / Sq Ft |
| 04/21/2025 04/21/25 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | -- | $577 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $10,887 | $1,160,000 | $690,970 | $469,030 |
| 2025 | $10,617 | $602,148 | $206,630 | $395,518 |
| 2024 | $10,617 | $590,342 | $202,579 | $387,763 |
| 2023 | $10,415 | $578,767 | $198,607 | $380,160 |
| 2022 | $10,220 | $567,419 | $194,713 | $372,706 |
| 2021 | $9,965 | $556,294 | $190,895 | $365,399 |
| 2020 | $9,831 | $550,590 | $188,937 | $361,653 |
| 2019 | $9,688 | $539,795 | $185,233 | $354,562 |
| 2018 | $9,528 | $529,211 | $181,601 | $347,610 |
| 2017 | $9,181 | $518,835 | $178,040 | $340,795 |
| 2016 | $8,998 | $508,662 | $174,549 | $334,113 |
| 2015 | $8,852 | $501,022 | $171,927 | $329,095 |
| 2014 | $9,238 | $491,208 | $168,559 | $322,649 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dean O'Dell
Seller's Agent in 2025
Dean O'Dell
Seven Gables Real Estate
(714) 925-9712
314 Total Sales
-
Rixon Kien
R
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Rixon Kien
Credent Real Estate
(800) 657-0578
8 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PW25078835
APN: 360-421-23
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