Michael Mei
Keller Williams Realty Irvine
(949) 763-5711
166 Total Sales
3 in Orange
$813K - $1.2M Price Range
2543 E Locust Ave Orange, CA 92867
Orange Area
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,792
Sq Ft
6,000
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Updated Kitchen
- Deck
- Villa Park High School Rated A
- Open Floorplan
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
As of July 2026Stunning single story pool home completely reimagined and ready for your summer pool parties! 3-bedroom 2.5-bath, 4th bedroom opened up to create a generous family room with vaulted ceilings and French doors with view of the backyard. Outstanding features of this gorgeous home include: a bright living room with a fireplace accented with coastal bluff split-faced brick finish, a completely remodeled kitchen with a center island, a dining room with a pendant light fixture, a family room with a pleasant view of the sparkling pool, a primary bedroom with French doors leading to the backyard, nicely sized bedrooms, completely updated bathrooms with walk-in showers; a sparkling pool with a waterfall, wrap-around vinyl deck areas for entertaining, forced air heating and central AC, a two-car direct-access garage, inside laundry; and a semi-circular driveway with new architectural concrete and artificial grass accents. Major upgrades include: A new GAF cool roof, a new 4-ton Rheem central AC with complete new ductwork, a new laundry room with custom wardrobe, a completely upgraded kitchen with a waterfall island and double wall oven, new KitchenAid and Bosch appliances, complete upgraded bathrooms with stylish tiles and vanities, new large format tile flooring and walls, new interior and exterior paint, new doors, French doors, and closet doors, upgraded baseboards, recessed lights, and an iconic mahogany wood front door. Exterior of the house features a 16-panel full view glass garage door, a completely redesigned front circular double driveway, an oversized wrap around vinyl patio system around the pool area, a complete front yard lighting system, a new pool plumbing system, a new pump, new lighting, a waterfall accent and inviting landscape upgrades. This beautiful home features a functional floor plan and is located in the popular Orange Unified School District within the Villa Park High neighborhood. Don't miss out!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
ReMax Tiffany Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 714-473-0777 License #01087301 Listed on: 05/11/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1960 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 6,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Block Wall Fence
- Landscaped
- Sprinklers on Timer
- Lawn
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Single Garage Door
- Garage Door Opener
- Circular Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,792 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Pendant Lighting
- French Mullion Window
- Entryway
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Gas Range
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Bosch Dishwasher
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Quartz Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Laminate
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Quartz Bathroom Countertops
- Makeup or Vanity Space
- Dual Sinks
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Deck
- Patio
Location
- Suburban Location
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Laundry Facilities
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 5
- Tax Tract Number 3659
- Assessor Parcel Number 37838317
- $392 per year additional tax assessments
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 22, 2026
Closed on
Mar 11, 2026
Sold by
Perkins Kay and Kay Perkins Trust
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Yang-uk Kim
ReMax Tiffany Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Yang-uk Kim
ReMax Tiffany Real Estate
List Price
$1,050,000
Sold Price
$1,010,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-3.81%
Views
172
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
79.95%
Original Mortgage
$1,012,500
Outstanding Balance
$765,121
Interest Rate
6.1%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$566,085
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 15, 2009
Sold by
Perkins Kay N
Bought by
Perkins Donald E and Perkins Kay
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$165,500
Interest Rate
4.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 29, 2005
Sold by
Perkins Donald E
Bought by
Perkins Donald E and Donald E Perkins Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 26, 2003
Sold by
Perkins Donald E and Perkins Kay
Bought by
Perkins Donald E and Perkins Kay
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$179,300
Interest Rate
5.83%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,010,000 | Ticor Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,012,500 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $847,500 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $165,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $179,300 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $180,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $180,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $180,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $149,700 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2026 07/17/26 | Sold | $1,385,000 | -0.9% | $773 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/11/2026 05/11/26 | For Sale | $1,398,000 | +38.4% | $780 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/16/2026 03/16/26 | Sold | $1,010,000 | -3.8% | $564 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 01/22/2026 01/22/26 | For Sale | $1,050,000 | -- | $586 / 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 | $2,308 | $247,182 | $98,598 | $148,584 |
| 2025 | $2,308 | $186,607 | $96,665 | $89,942 |
| 2024 | $2,190 | $177,077 | $94,770 | $82,307 |
| 2023 | $2,137 | $173,605 | $92,911 | $80,694 |
| 2022 | $2,091 | $170,201 | $91,089 | $79,112 |
| 2021 | $2,036 | $166,864 | $89,303 | $77,561 |
| 2020 | $2,016 | $165,154 | $88,388 | $76,766 |
| 2019 | $1,992 | $161,916 | $86,655 | $75,261 |
| 2018 | $1,962 | $158,742 | $84,956 | $73,786 |
| 2017 | $1,886 | $155,630 | $83,290 | $72,340 |
| 2016 | $1,850 | $152,579 | $81,657 | $70,922 |
| 2015 | $1,822 | $150,288 | $80,431 | $69,857 |
| 2014 | $1,782 | $147,345 | $78,856 | $68,489 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Yang-uk Kim
Seller's Agent in 2026
Yang-uk Kim
RE/MAX
(714) 763-2177
172 Total Sales
-
Pamela Valenciano
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Pamela Valenciano
ROA California Inc.
(760) 505-5287
21 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PW26102942
APN: 378-383-17
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