Kathy Thomson
Responds Quickly
eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc
(909) 787-1190
67 Total Sales
2 in Orange
$700K - $1.5M Price Range
705 E Palm Ave Orange, CA 92866
Orange AreaEstimated Value: $968,825
1
Bed
1
Bath
754
Sq Ft
$1,285/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Above Ground Spa
- Open Floorplan
- Quartz Countertops
- Updated Kitchen
- Craftsman Architecture
- No HOA
About This Home
As of August 2025This charming remodeled single story Old Towne gem is a rare find, close proximity to the Plaza formally known as the Circle of Orange. This Historic home has been transformed from top to bottom into a stylist and functional space. Step into the sleek modern Black kitchen featuring Quartz countertops, gold hardware, and stainless steel appliances and recessed lighting throughout. Enjoy the spacious walk-in closet, elegant vinyl wood look flooring, and designer touches throughout with an indoor laundry room. With a private driveway that fits two cars, this home offers both charm and convenience. Located in a desirable neighborhood with easy access to everything Old Towne has to offer. Don't forget your own backyard for all your entertainment needs.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
North Hills Realty Brokerage Phone: 714-240-1490 License #01296249 Listed on: 07/10/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1915
Lot Details
- 2,940 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Back and Front Yard
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Turnkey
- Raised Foundation
- Fire Rated Drywall
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 754 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Dry Bar
- Wood Frame Window
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Home Office
- Laminate Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Quartz Countertops
- Built-In Trash or Recycling Cabinet
- Self-Closing Cabinet Doors
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Main Level Bedroom
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- 220 Volts In Laundry
- Gas And Electric Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Above Ground Spa
- Patio
- Front Porch
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Tankless Water Heater
- Hot Water Circulator
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Laundry Facilities
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 841
- Tax Tract Number 841
- Assessor Parcel Number 38613311
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 10, 2025
Closed on
Jul 17, 2025
Sold by
Khalil Milan Giovonni
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sam Hishmeh
North Hills Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sally Picciuto
Seven Gables Real Estate
List Price
$879,000
Sold Price
$920,000
Premium/Discount to List
$41,000
4.66%
Views
90
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$48,825
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.73%
Original Mortgage
$736,000
Outstanding Balance
$726,962
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$241,863
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 28, 2018
Closed on
Oct 19, 2018
Sold by
Engeln Timothy Frank and Engeln Maria Luis
Bought by
Milan Giovonni Khalil
Seller's Agent
Albert Ricci
Ricci Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sam Hishmeh
North Hills Realty
List Price
$639,900
Sold Price
$580,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,900
-9.36%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.03%
Original Mortgage
$377,000
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 8, 2014
Sold by
Engeln Timothy Frank and Engeln Maria Luisa
Bought by
Engeln Living Trust 2007
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 7, 2013
Closed on
Sep 3, 2013
Sold by
Wong Julie M
Bought by
Engeln Timothy Frank and Engeln Maria Luisa
Seller's Agent
Jon Polentz
JP Real Estate Services, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jon Polentz
JP Real Estate Services, Inc.
List Price
$435,000
Sold Price
$415,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-4.6%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.70%
Original Mortgage
$311,250
Interest Rate
4.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 12, 1999
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Wong Julie M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$139,900
Interest Rate
6.92%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 11, 1999
Sold by
Richardson Bruce C
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 13, 1998
Sold by
Richardson Bruce C
Bought by
Richardson Bruce C
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 9, 1997
Sold by
Richardson Bruce C
Bought by
Richardson Bruce C and Richardson Family Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,000
Interest Rate
7.54%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 17, 1997
Sold by
Richardson Beverly Jan
Bought by
Richardson Bruce C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$25,000
Interest Rate
7.93%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 11, 1997
Sold by
Robbins Penny E
Bought by
Richardson Bruce C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$25,000
Interest Rate
7.93%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 3, 1996
Sold by
Young Kari
Bought by
Robbins Penny E
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Orange, CA
-
Kathy Thomson
-
Shelby Wu
Shelby Wu
Coldwell Banker Realty
(858) 285-4406
45 Total Sales
1 in Orange
$765,000 Price
-
Gonzalo Gomez
Gonzalo Gomez
EXCELLENCE RE REAL ESTATE
(562) 414-5730
40 Total Sales
1 in Orange
$620,000 Price
-
Alan Cirson
Alan Cirson
The Cirson Team
(949) 569-5527
66 Total Sales
4 in Orange
$558K - $920K Price Range
-
John Rudy
John Rudy
Trends RE Inc.
(747) 271-4844
34 Total Sales
1 in Orange
$1,425,000 Price
-
Cheryl Newton
Cheryl Newton
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
(949) 430-6605
79 Total Sales
1 in Orange
$1,790,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $920,000 | Orange Coast Title | ||
| Milan Giovonni Khalil | $580,000 | Orange Coast Title | |
| Engeln Living Trust 2007 | -- | None Available | |
| Engeln Timothy Frank | $415,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Wong Julie M | $175,000 | Southland Title Corporation | |
| Federal National Mortgage Association | $158,515 | Lawyers Title Company | |
| Richardson Bruce C | -- | Universal Title Co | |
| Richardson Bruce C | -- | -- | |
| Richardson Bruce C | -- | -- | |
| Richardson Bruce C | $163,500 | -- | |
| Robbins Penny E | $152,500 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $736,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Milan Giovonni Khalil | $377,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Milan Giovonni Khalil | $377,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Engeln Timothy Frank | $311,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Wong Julie M | $179,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wong Julie M | $50,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wong Julie M | $139,900 | |
| Previous Owner | Richardson Bruce C | $45,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Richardson Bruce C | $25,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2025 08/13/25 | Sold | $920,000 | +4.7% | $1,220 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/12/2025 07/12/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | For Sale | $879,000 | +51.6% | $1,166 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/30/2018 10/30/18 | Sold | $580,000 | -3.3% | $769 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/26/2018 07/26/18 | Price Changed | $599,900 | -6.3% | $796 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/28/2018 06/28/18 | For Sale | $639,900 | -- | $849 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
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 | $7,259 | $920,000 | $894,222 | $25,778 |
| 2025 | $7,099 | $646,998 | $627,599 | $19,399 |
| 2024 | $7,099 | $634,312 | $615,293 | $19,019 |
| 2023 | $6,942 | $621,875 | $603,228 | $18,647 |
| 2022 | $6,808 | $609,682 | $591,400 | $18,282 |
| 2021 | $6,618 | $597,728 | $579,804 | $17,924 |
| 2020 | $6,558 | $591,600 | $573,859 | $17,741 |
| 2019 | $6,475 | $580,000 | $562,606 | $17,394 |
| 2018 | $5,090 | $447,106 | $431,315 | $15,791 |
| 2017 | $4,881 | $438,340 | $422,858 | $15,482 |
| 2016 | $4,787 | $429,746 | $414,567 | $15,179 |
| 2015 | $4,717 | $423,291 | $408,340 | $14,951 |
| 2014 | $4,617 | $415,000 | $400,341 | $14,659 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sam Hishmeh
Seller's Agent in 2025
Sam Hishmeh
North Hills Realty
(714) 240-1490
22 Total Sales
-
Sally Picciuto
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Sally Picciuto
Seven Gables Real Estate
(714) 716-6031
64 Total Sales
-
Albert Ricci
Seller's Agent in 2018
Albert Ricci
Ricci Realty
(714) 231-6058
137 Total Sales
-
JP
Seller's Agent in 2013
Jon Polentz
JP Real Estate Services, Inc.
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PW25153788
APN: 386-133-11
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