$1,299,000
UNDER CONTRACT $49K PRICE DROP

256 N Hickory Branch Ln Orange, CA 92869

Estimated payment $7,595/month

Total Views 4,191
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,177 Sq Ft
$597 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is near a park
  • High Ceiling
  • El Modena High School Rated A-
  • Park or Greenbelt View
  • 5-minute walk to Santiago Hills Park

About This Home

Location, Location, Location! Original owner and on the market for the very first time, this fully upgraded and beautifully remodeled 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home is located in the highly sought-after Meadow Creek neighborhood of Santiago Hills in East Orange. From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted by soaring high ceilings and a bright, open floor plan filled with natural light. Every window offers a beautiful view—whether of the lush greenery of Santiago Hills Park and Chapman Hills Elementary, the peaceful backyard, or the charming neighborhood surroundings and LOW HOA covers front lawn maintenance!

Enjoy fresh breezes throughout the home and walk just minutes to Santiago Canyon College and two convenient shopping centers. You’re only a short drive—3 minutes to Peters Canyon Reservoir, 5 minutes to Irvine Regional Park, 8 minutes to Irvine, and with easy freeway access.

Lovingly home has been fully upgraded with brand-new interior paint, flooring, a stunning remodeled kitchen with new cabinets and appliances, and stylish, modern bathrooms. With its serene atmosphere, relaxing backyard, and beautiful views from every window, this move-in ready home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a truly special and peaceful retreat!

Listing Agent

Sammi Liang

Wetrust Realty Brokerage Phone: 949-233-8920 License #01880460 Listed on: 07/19/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Angel Qin

Wetrust Realty Brokerage Phone: 949-233-8920 License #01970860

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,303

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

HOA Fees

  • $149 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 2,177 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • High Ceiling
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Park or Greenbelt Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • All Upper Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Schools

  • Chapman Hills Elementary School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Wood Patio
  • 3,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is near a park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 41
  • Tax Tract Number 12741
  • Assessor Parcel Number 50386142
  • $1,055 per year additional tax assessments

Community Details

Overview

  • Front Yard Maintenance
  • Meadowcreek Community Association, Phone Number (714) 508-9070
  • Optimum Professional Property Management HOA
  • Meadow Creek Subdivision

Recreation

  • Park
  • Hiking Trails
  • Bike Trail

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,303

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$149 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Other Phone Description: 949-233-8920
  • Other Phone Number: 949-233-8920
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: Meadow Creek (MDCK)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 50386142
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Special Features: UnderContract

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 2177.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings, Open Floorplan
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry Location: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Full And Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Price Per Square Foot: 596.69
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Up, Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Walk-In Closet

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • View: Park/Greenbelt
  • Patio And Porch Features: Wood
  • Pool Private: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Number Remotes: 1
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Closet, Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Management, Maintenance Front Yard
  • Association Fee: 148.50
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Meadowcreek Community Association
  • Phone: 714-508-9070
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Biking, Hiking, Park, Sidewalks
  • Association Management: OPTIMUM PROFESSIONAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Schools

  • School District: Orange Unified
  • Elementary School: Chapman Hills
  • Elementary School: Chapman Hills
  • Elementary School #2: CHAHIL

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Park Nearby
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3600.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0826

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 3600.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 756.05
  • Tax Lot: 41
  • Tax Tract Number: 12741
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 1055.00

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Source: Public Records

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 $6,303 $1,111,800 $850,494 $261,306
2024 $6,303 $496,267 $267,645 $228,622
2023 $6,169 $486,537 $262,397 $224,140
2022 $6,065 $476,998 $257,252 $219,746
2021 $5,907 $467,646 $252,208 $215,438
2020 $5,855 $462,851 $249,622 $213,229
2019 $5,790 $453,776 $244,727 $209,049
2018 $5,711 $444,879 $239,929 $204,950
2017 $5,502 $436,156 $235,224 $200,932
2016 $5,404 $427,604 $230,611 $196,993
2015 $5,330 $421,181 $227,147 $194,034
2014 $4,994 $412,931 $222,697 $190,234
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/19/2025 08/19/25 Price Changed $1,299,000 -3.6% $597 / Sq Ft
07/19/2025 07/19/25 For Sale $1,348,000 0.0% $619 / Sq Ft
09/03/2015 09/03/15 Rented $2,800 -3.4% --
09/03/2015 09/03/15 Under Contract -- -- --
06/13/2015 06/13/15 For Rent $2,900 +5.5% --
06/01/2013 06/01/13 Rented $2,750 -3.5% --
05/29/2013 05/29/13 Under Contract -- -- --
03/15/2013 03/15/13 For Rent $2,850 -- --
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC25162725

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 503-861-42