Seller's Agent in 2025
Steve Thomas
Thomas Real Estate Group
(949) 644-6200
20 in this area
80 Total Sales
285 S James St Orange, CA 92869
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,102
Sq Ft
6,300
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cabana
- Updated Kitchen
- Traditional Architecture
- El Modena High School Rated A-
- Open Floorplan
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of December 2025This charming California Bungalow is the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience. Complete with 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 baths, this home is perfect for a whole host of buyer profiles. An elegant and crisp front and side elevation make this home a showstopper from the minute you pull up. Boasting a highly desirable corner lot, this home sets up perfectly for a future ADU addition. With frontage on two sides, one could imagine a beautiful independently accessed ADU. Clean and manicured landscape, fresh clean paint, and an extra wide driveway with extra parking, give the front elevation plenty of utility without losing any character or charm. Enter an open and expansive family room, complete with recessed LED cans, large windows, wood vinyl floors, and an open concept layout perfectly located next to the kitchen and dining nook. Kitchen is spacious and finished with wood grain custom cabinets, Corian counter tops, tile splash, double bay sink, and quality appliances. The hall bath is finished with stain grade single vanity, Corian tops and a tile surround tub shower combo. All bedrooms are spacious and well lit due to the upgraded dual pane vinyl windows, wood slat window coverings, and wood vinyl floor. Theres no carpet anywhere in the house!!! The garage is a hobbyist’s dream with clean epoxy floors, fully finished drywall, cabinet storage, overhead lighting, pull down attic access, and direct home and backyard access. And last but not least, the sprawling back yard is a dream. With tons of grass and room to run, this yard is the benchmark for opportunity. Entertainment and parties are no problem with the spacious covered patio and rolling manicured grass. It also opens the possibility for large expansion, and/or future ADU opportunities. Other great features include, extra driveway parking, dual pane windows, ceiling fans, ceiling light fixtures, newer LED recessed cans, upgraded base, window coverings, spacious covered patio, potential RV or auto parking, and so much more. Call immediately for details..
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Thomas Real Estate Group Brokerage Email: offers@thomasrealestategroup.com License #01341809 Listed on: 11/07/2025
Co-Listed By
Thomas Real Estate Group Brokerage Email: offers@thomasrealestategroup.com License #01410183
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1960
Lot Details
- 6,300 Sq Ft Lot
- West Facing Home
- Block Wall Fence
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
- Rectangular Lot
- Level Lot
- Private Yard
- Lawn
- Garden
- Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Two Garage Doors
- Guest Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Bungalow
- Patio Home
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Turnkey
- Raised Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,102 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Entryway
- Family Room
- Wood Flooring
- Security Lights
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Corian Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Quartz Bathroom Countertops
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
Outdoor Features
- Cabana
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Lanai
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Suburban Location
Schools
- Jordan Elementary School
- Santiago Middle School
- El Modena High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 18
- Tax Tract Number 2700
- Assessor Parcel Number 09448215
- $392 per year additional tax assessments
- Seller Considering Concessions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 7, 2025
Closed on
Dec 3, 2025
Sold by
Sidhom Gina
Bought by
Rafla Fady M
Seller's Agent
Steve Thomas
Thomas Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Ed Mecheal
Realty One Group West
List Price
$949,888
Sold Price
$945,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,888
-0.51%
Views
61
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.48%
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Outstanding Balance
$150,000
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$794,320
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 7, 2025
Closed on
Nov 25, 2025
Sold by
Cravens Adam and Cravens Samantha
Bought by
Rafla Fady M
Seller's Agent
Steve Thomas
Thomas Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Ed Mecheal
Realty One Group West
List Price
$949,888
Sold Price
$945,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,888
-0.51%
Views
61
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Outstanding Balance
$150,000
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$794,320
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 23, 2023
Closed on
Mar 15, 2023
Sold by
Rudolph F And Virginia Diaz Living Trust
Bought by
Cravens Adam and Cravens Samantha
Seller's Agent
Irv Schwartz
Legacy Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Dakoda Muta
Realty One Group West
List Price
$849,999
Sold Price
$820,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,999
-3.53%
Views
102
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.28%
Original Mortgage
$726,200
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 8, 2002
Sold by
Diaz Rudolph F and Diaz Virginia V
Bought by
The Rudolph F & Virginia Diaz Living Tr
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | -- | Ticor Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $945,000 | Ticor Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $820,000 | Orange Coast Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $150,000 | FHA | |
| Open | $794,934 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $726,200 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/24/2025 12/24/25 | Sold | $945,000 | -0.5% | $858 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/21/2025 11/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/07/2025 11/07/25 | For Sale | $949,888 | +15.8% | $862 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/21/2023 03/21/23 | Sold | $820,000 | -0.4% | $744 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 02/17/2023 02/17/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/10/2023 02/10/23 | Price Changed | $823,000 | -3.2% | $747 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/23/2023 01/23/23 | For Sale | $849,999 | -- | $771 / 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 | $9,236 | $853,128 | $787,270 | $65,858 |
| 2024 | $9,236 | $836,400 | $771,833 | $64,567 |
| 2023 | $940 | $60,216 | $26,810 | $33,406 |
| 2022 | $917 | $59,036 | $26,285 | $32,751 |
| 2021 | $895 | $57,879 | $25,770 | $32,109 |
| 2020 | $886 | $57,286 | $25,506 | $31,780 |
| 2019 | $877 | $56,163 | $25,006 | $31,157 |
| 2018 | $864 | $55,062 | $24,515 | $30,547 |
| 2017 | $835 | $53,983 | $24,034 | $29,949 |
| 2016 | $820 | $52,925 | $23,563 | $29,362 |
| 2015 | $807 | $52,131 | $23,210 | $28,921 |
| 2014 | $788 | $51,110 | $22,755 | $28,355 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Steve Thomas
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Nick Thomas
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Nick Thomas
Thomas Real Estate Group
(949) 644-6200
15 in this area
77 Total Sales
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Ed Mecheal
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Ed Mecheal
Realty One Group West
(949) 395-2920
1 in this area
15 Total Sales
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Irv Schwartz
Seller's Agent in 2023
Irv Schwartz
Legacy Real Estate
(714) 496-2989
4 in this area
28 Total Sales
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Audrey Rood
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Audrey Rood
Legacy Real Estate
(714) 315-4266
2 in this area
2 Total Sales
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Dakoda Muta
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Dakoda Muta
Realty One Group West
(714) 330-7515
1 in this area
55 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PW25254225
APN: 094-482-15
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