NOT LISTED FOR SALE

540 W 3rd St Tustin, CA 92780

Estimated Value: $1,291,000 - $1,426,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,889 Sq Ft
$725/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 20, 2025

Last sale price $1,398,737 $740 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,982/month

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Open Floorplan
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of March 2025

Meticulously crafted in 1885, this is one of the finest Queen Ann style homes you will ever see. This home offers a harmonious blend of style and comfort throughout while not losing its original charm or integrity. Upon entry you will be greeted by the beautifully restored Douglas Fur wood flooring. There is an oversized living room with an abundance of natural light along with a separate dining room that features French doors that lead out to the wrap around porch, ideal for dinner parties. There is also a unique light fixture, original crown moldings and wood work throughout this home. The living Room and Dining room are open to each other offering the perfect space for entertaining and hosting large groups. If you enjoy cooking, this is the kitchen for you featuring custom cabinetry with glass inserts, oil rubbed bronze hardware, a flawless designed back splash of Arabesque tile, quartzite counters, an industrial La Cornue free standing range with double ovens. There is a laundry room/mud room complete with a half bath off the kitchen with a convenient rear entry door that leads to the back patio. There are two bedrooms on the main floor with one that features a fireplace with wood mantel and original tiled face, these bedrooms connect to a shared, fully updated bathroom with a free-standing tub originally from the Hewes Family that pre-dates the home. The main bedroom is on the upper level with a curved staircase, featuring custom paint, vaulted ceiling and en-suite bathroom with dual sinks, quartz counters, custom cabinetry and oversized free standing shower stall with bench seating. As you proceed upstairs the original pull down pocket door is a feature only found in a Home of this stature. The basement has been made into the most amazing bistro, man cave, bar/ wine cellar with original brick flooring, built-In cabinetry, custom ceilings with a relaxing vibe. The grounds are very manicured, with white picket fencing, and a large patio with plenty of grass to entertain or just relax. Additional features include French doors, crown moldings, custom lighting, newer HVAC, tankless water heater, fruit trees (Meyer lemon, avocado, grapefruit, Valencia & Navel orange). This home is in the heart of downtown Tustin, stroll to dinner, shopping, coffee, and entertainment. This home has the attention to the details you are looking for along with the History that you have always Dreamed of owning.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

COLLEEN HORGAN

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY Brokerage Phone: 951-529-4066 License #01744762 Listed on: 02/01/2025

COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Last Buyer's Agent

Beatrix Whipple

Keller Williams Pacific Estate License #01355505

Keller Williams Pacific Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1901 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,889 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crown Molding
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Entryway
  • Wine Cellar
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Attic
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Pots and Pans Drawers
  • Self-Closing Drawers
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Multiple Shower Heads
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Front Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 7 / I
  • Tax Tract Number 793
  • Assessor Parcel Number 40136404
  • Seller Considering Concessions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1901 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0.33 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: Old Town Tustin
  • View: No
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 40136404
  • Year Built: 1901
  • AgentOnly_SellerConsiderConcessionYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1889.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters
  • Stories: 2
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 200.00
  • Eating Area: Dining Room
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 740.46
  • Room Type: Attic, Basement, Entry, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet, Wine Cellar
  • Bathroom Features: Shower, Shower In Tub, Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Dual Shower Heads (or Multiple), Hollywood Bathroom (Jack&Jill), Main Floor Full Bath, Remodeled, Soaking Tub, Upgraded
  • Room Kitchen Features: Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-Closing Drawers, Stone Counters

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.50
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Workshop in Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.50

Utilities

  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Individual Room, Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level with Street, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 14400.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3306

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 14400.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: I
  • Tax Census Tract: 755.05
  • Tax Lot: 7
  • Tax Tract Number: 793

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 1, 2025
Closed on
Mar 5, 2025
Sold by
Mt Hamm Trust and Hamm Thomas
Bought by
Bancroft Kelley Michael and Bancroft Chloe
Seller's Agent
COLLEEN HORGAN
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Beatrix Whipple
Keller Williams Pacific Estate
List Price
$1,398,000
Sold Price
$1,398,737
Premium/Discount to List
$737
0.05%
Views
189
Current Estimated Value
$1,369,004

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$29,733
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.13%
Original Mortgage
$1,118,989
Outstanding Balance
$1,113,284
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$255,720

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2022
Sold by
Hamm and Melissa
Bought by
Mt Hamm Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2021
Sold by
Hamm Thomas and Hamm Melissa Anne
Bought by
Hamm Thomas and Hamm Melissa Anne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$548,200
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2019
Closed on
Jul 29, 2019
Sold by
The Estate Of Linda E Smith
Bought by
Hamm Thomas and Doddridge Melissa Anne
Seller's Agent
Markus Brown
First Team Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
COLLEEN HORGAN
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
List Price
$750,000
Sold Price
$775,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
3.33%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.00%
Original Mortgage
$625,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bancroft Kelley Michael $1,399,000 Chicago Title Company
Mt Hamm Trust -- None Listed On Document
Hamm Thomas -- Newman Law Group
Hamm Thomas -- Orange Coast Title Company
Hamm Thomas $775,000 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bancroft Kelley Michael $1,118,989
Previous Owner Hamm Thomas $548,200
Previous Owner Hamm Thomas $625,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/20/2025 03/20/25 Sold $1,398,737 +0.1% $740 / Sq Ft
02/01/2025 02/01/25 For Sale $1,398,000 +80.4% $740 / Sq Ft
08/15/2019 08/15/19 Sold $775,000 0.0% $410 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/26/2019 07/26/19 Pending -- -- --
06/20/2019 06/20/19 Off Market $775,000 -- --
06/12/2019 06/12/19 For Sale $750,000 -- $397 / 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 $9,374 $847,574 $786,126 $61,448
2024 $9,374 $830,955 $770,711 $60,244
2023 $9,152 $814,662 $755,599 $59,063
2022 $9,021 $798,689 $740,784 $57,905
2021 $8,839 $783,029 $726,259 $56,770
2020 $8,794 $775,000 $718,812 $56,188
2019 $5,433 $472,332 $430,689 $41,643
2018 $5,344 $463,071 $422,244 $40,827
2017 $5,251 $453,992 $413,965 $40,027
2016 $5,157 $445,091 $405,848 $39,243
2015 $5,220 $438,406 $399,752 $38,654
2014 $5,086 $429,819 $391,922 $37,897
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: IV25023591

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 401-364-04

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