$1,845,000
SOLD OCT 27, 2025

3541 Camelia Ln Brea, CA 92823

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,362 Sq Ft
6,852 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$781 Per Sq Ft

23% Above List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Solar Power System
  • Gated Community
  • Active Adult
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of October 2025

Welcome to Buena Vida's LUXURY 55+ Living at La Floresta! STUNNING, SINGLE-STORY home on a corner lot features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and features an open and expansive floor plan with beautiful finishes. The kitchen is an entertainer’s dream! The kitchen features a large center island with counter seating and has a beautiful stone countertop, stainless steel appliances, two ovens, gas cooktop, and LARGE walk-in pantry. The kitchen is open to both the formal dining room and great room which makes it ideal for entertaining. The expansive great room features a large sliding glass doors that open expansively, erasing the boundary between indoors and out. The open-concept design extends the living space effortlessly onto the patio, creating a perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing in the fresh air. The Primary Suite features a large bedroom area with beautiful views of the backyard, walk-in closet, linen closet with storage, beautiful bathroom with double sink vanity and walk in shower. At the front of the house are two generous sized bedrooms (3rd bedroom is currently being used as a den), and a beautiful full bathroom. The Private backyard is beautifully designed with mature landscaping including multiple fruit trees, raised gardening beds, large, covered patio area and second patio on side that includes an automatic awning. Additional features of the home include 2 car garage with electric car chargers, recessed lighting and luxury engineered flooring throughout, water filtration system, individual laundry room with storage, drop zone off direct access to garage and Solar Panels to save on your electricity bills. Living in this gated community, you gain access to an exclusive clubhouse, and amenities such as the lounge, ballroom, fitness center, and multi-purpose room. Outdoor amenities include a large sparkling pool, pickleball courts, outdoor patio and a resident garden. Closely situated to Whole Foods shopping center and centrally located to restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and Brea Sports Park. This home is one you won’t want to miss!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Darryl Jones

ERA North Orange County Brokerage Phone: 714-713-4663 License #01076312 Listed on: 09/12/2025

Co-Listed By

Ingrid Severino-Barr

ERA North Orange County Brokerage Phone: 714-713-4663 License #02131453

Last Buyer's Agent

Darryl Jones

ERA North Orange County Brokerage Phone: 714-713-4663 License #01076312 Listed on: 09/12/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2019

Lot Details

  • 6,850 Sq Ft Lot
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System
  • Back Yard

HOA Fees

  • $355 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 2nd floor

Interior Spaces

  • 2,362 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • High Ceiling
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Awning
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Sliding Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entryway
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops
  • Pots and Pans Drawers
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Schools

  • Olinda Elementary School
  • Brea Middle School
  • Brea Olinda High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Water Softener

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 12
  • Tax Tract Number 17160
  • Assessor Parcel Number 32038112
  • $982 per year additional tax assessments
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • Buena Vida Association, Phone Number (949) 218-9970
  • Buena Vida Management HOA
  • Maintained Community
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Pickleball Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Security

  • Controlled Access
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2019

Lot Details

6,850 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$355 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision Name Other: Buena Vida
  • View: No
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 32038112
  • Year Built: 2019
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 2362.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Storage
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 781.12
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, Entry, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Pantry
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Drapes
  • Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower In Tub, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Linen Closet/Storage, Main Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Pots & Pan Drawers, Walk-In Pantry

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Awning(s)
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio
  • Pool Features: Association
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Direct Garage Access, Driveway, Concrete, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Water Softener
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: Yes
  • Amenities: Pickleball, Pool, Picnic Area, Gym/Ex Room, Clubhouse, Maintenance Grounds, Controlled Access
  • Association Fee: 355.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Buena Vida
  • Phone: 949-218-9970
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Association Management: Buena Vida Management

Schools

  • Elementary School: Olinda
  • High School: Brea Olinda
  • Middle Or Junior School: Brea
  • Elementary School #2: OLINDA
  • High School2: BREOLI

Green Features

  • Green Power: Solar

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Lot 6500-9999, Sprinkler System
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6850.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1573

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 6850.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 12
  • Tax Tract Number: 17160
  • TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount: 982.20

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 12, 2025
Closed on
Oct 2, 2025
Sold by
Engel Family Trust and Engel Geoffrey H
Bought by
Steven And Susan Van Doren Living Trust and Van Doren
Seller's Agent
Darryl Jones
ERA North Orange County
Buyer's Agent
Darryl Jones
ERA North Orange County
List Price
$1,500,000
Sold Price
$1,845,000
Premium/Discount to List
$345,000
23%
Views
19
Current Estimated Value
$1,790,270

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$54,730
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 2, 2019
Sold by
Pulte Home Company Llc
Bought by
Engel Geoffrey H and Engel Barbara S
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,845,000 Orange Coast Title
Grant Deed $1,101,500 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/27/2025 10/27/25 Sold $1,845,000 +23.0% $781 / Sq Ft
09/26/2025 09/26/25 Pending -- -- --
09/12/2025 09/12/25 For Sale $1,500,000 -- $635 / 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 $14,106 $1,228,493 $724,045 $504,448
2024 $14,106 $1,204,405 $709,848 $494,557
2023 $13,713 $1,180,790 $695,930 $484,860
2022 $13,576 $1,157,638 $682,285 $475,353
2021 $13,287 $1,134,940 $668,907 $466,033
2020 $13,198 $1,123,303 $662,048 $461,255
2019 $4,696 $427,399 $427,399 $0
2018 $4,625 $419,019 $419,019 $0
2017 $4,537 $410,803 $410,803 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: PW25215824

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 320-381-12

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