RENTED AUG 5, 2026

526 N Emerald Dr Orange, CA 92868

Orange Area

Estimated Value: $1,203,470

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,522 Sq Ft
$791/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 21, 2025

Last sale price $1,061,000 $697 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,153 / mo

Highlights

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry Room
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Living Room
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of August 2026

Spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bath single-story home available for lease in the heart of Orange. Open-concept layout with vaulted beamed ceilings, hardwood and tile flooring, and a cozy living room fireplace. The galley kitchen features granite counters, oak cabinetry, built-in wine storage, and stainless appliances. Generous bedrooms with ceiling fans and ample closet space, two updated bathrooms, central AC and heat, dual-pane windows, and a covered patio laundry area with washer and dryer included. Large grassy backyard, covered patio for entertaining, and long driveway with carport parking. Located within walking and biking distance of Chapman University, Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, and the shops and restaurants of Old Towne Orange. Quiet residential setting with easy access to the 5, 22, 55, and 57 freeways. AVAILABLE NOW!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Tucker Steil

Real Broker License #02252140 Listed on: 06/17/2026

Last Renter's Agent

Tucker Steil

Real Broker License #02252140 Listed on: 06/17/2026

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 6,344 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 61x104

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,522 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $5,000
  • Tenant pays for electricity, gas, water, trash collection
  • Rent includes gardener
  • 12 Month Lease Term
  • Assessor Parcel Number 039-292-11

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

6,344 Sq Ft Lot

Rental Info

  • Lease Option: 1
  • Rent Includes: Gardener
  • Security Deposit: 5000
  • Tenant Pays: Electricity, Gas, Water, Trash Collection

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Traditional
  • Single Family Or Apt: Single Family
  • Levels: One
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Advertising Remarks: Spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bath single-story home available for lease in the heart of Orange. Open-concept layout with vaulted beamed ceilings, hardwood and tile flooring, and a cozy living room fireplace. The galley kitchen features granite counters, oak cabinetry, built-in wine storage, and stainless appliances. Generous bedrooms with ceiling fans and ample closet space, two updated bathrooms, central AC and heat, dual-pane windows, and a covered patio laundry area with washer and dryer included. Large grassy backyard, covered patio for entertaining, and long driveway with carport parking. Located within walking and biking distance of Chapman University, Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, and the shops and restaurants of Old Towne Orange. AVAILABLE NOW
  • Lease Terms: 1+Year
  • Living Area: 1522
  • Lot Acreage: 0.1456
  • Lot Dimensions: 61x104
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1956
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Family Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathroom: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 0
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Laundry: Laundry Area
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Equipment: Ceiling Fan, Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage Disposal, Washer, Refrigerator, Range/Oven
  • Price Per S Q F T: 3.12

Exterior Features

  • Pool: No
  • View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Other Spaces: 2
  • Parking Garage: Driveway
  • Total Parking: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Heating: Central

Association/Amenities

  • Pet Rules: Call

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 039-292-11
  • Lot Size Area: 6344

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 30, 2025
Closed on
Nov 13, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jacob Neal
BHHS Drysdale Properties
Buyer's Agent
Jacob Neal
BHHS Drysdale Properties
List Price
$1,095,000
Sold Price
$1,061,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-3.11%
Views
82
Current Estimated Value
$1,203,470

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$142,470
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.42%
Original Mortgage
$795,750
Outstanding Balance
$790,432
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$413,038

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 2017
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
$327,000
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 12, 2017
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
$327,000
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 4, 2014
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 5, 2014
Closed on
Jun 25, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Alberto Ontiveros.
New Century Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Bernice DeVries
Kastell Real Estate Group
List Price
$465,000
Sold Price
$455,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.36%
Original Mortgage
$341,250
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 5, 2014
Closed on
May 23, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Alberto Ontiveros.
New Century Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Bernice DeVries
Kastell Real Estate Group
List Price
$465,000
Sold Price
$455,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.15%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$341,250
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 25, 2012
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
$222,200
Interest Rate
3.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2008
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 17, 2007
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
$230,000
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 6, 2001
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
$152,000
Interest Rate
7.13%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 1996
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 1995
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 1995
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,061,000 Placer Title Company
-- None Available
-- None Available
-- None Available
-- First American Title Company
$455,000 None Available
-- None Available
-- None Available
-- Fidelity National Title Comp
-- First American Title Co
-- Fidelity National Title Ins
$158,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
$64,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $795,750
Closed $327,000
Previous Owner $341,250
Previous Owner $222,200
Previous Owner $230,000
Previous Owner $175,000
Previous Owner $152,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/05/2026 08/05/26 Rented $4,750 0.0% --
07/22/2026 07/22/26 Price Changed $4,750 -5.0% $3 / Sq Ft
06/17/2026 06/17/26 For Rent $5,000 0.0% --
11/21/2025 11/21/25 Sold $1,061,000 -3.1% $695 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/24/2025 10/24/25 Pending -- -- --
09/30/2025 09/30/25 For Sale $1,095,000 +140.7% $717 / Sq Ft
06/30/2014 06/30/14 Sold $455,000 -2.2% $298 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/13/2014 05/13/14 Pending -- -- --
05/05/2014 05/05/14 For Sale $465,000 -- $305 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

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 $6,313 $1,061,000 $980,341 $80,659
2025 $6,313 $557,762 $478,972 $78,790
2024 $6,174 $546,826 $469,580 $77,246
2023 $6,037 $536,104 $460,372 $75,732
2022 $5,920 $525,593 $451,345 $74,248
2021 $5,756 $515,288 $442,495 $72,793
2020 $5,703 $510,005 $437,958 $72,047
2019 $5,632 $500,005 $429,370 $70,635
2018 $5,546 $490,201 $420,951 $69,250
2017 $5,317 $480,590 $412,697 $67,893
2016 $5,215 $471,167 $404,605 $66,562
2015 $5,139 $464,090 $398,527 $65,563
2014 $4,617 $415,030 $344,858 $70,172
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 26848893

The MLS

APN: 039-292-11

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