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Placentia, CA

$969,000

101 S Melrose, Placentia, CA
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,242
Sq Ft
1908
Built
7
Days listed

About this home

**Welcome to one of Placentia's most beautifully reimagined homes, where modern design meets everyday comfort in an exceptional location. Just minutes from the charm of Old Town Placentia, shopping, dining, parks, top-rated schools, and California State University, Fullerton, this fully renovated home offers the perfect blend of style, functionality, and future potential.** From the moment you enter, you'll appreciate the light-filled, open-concept design featuring wide-plank wood flooring, recessed lighting, fresh designer paint, new dual-pane windows, updated doors and trim, and thoughtfully selected finishes throughout. The stunning kitchen has been completely remodeled with contemporary cabinetry, quartz countertops, designer fixtures, creating a space that is both beautiful and functional. The bathrooms have also been tastefully renovated with modern tile, vanities, and high-end finishes, giving the home a clean, luxurious feel. The spacious bedrooms provide comfortable retreats, while the flexible floor plan easily accommodates families, professionals working from home, or multigenerational living. Outside, the generous lot offers plenty of room to entertain, relax, or explore the potential for an ADU (buyer to verify). Located just minutes from **Cal State Fullerton**, this property also presents an outstanding opportunity for investors seeking student or faculty housing, long-term rental income, or other income-producing possibilities where permitted by local regulations. With designer-quality renovations, a prime North Orange County location, and incredible versatility, this move-in-ready home is a rare opportunity that offers both immediate enjoyment and long-term value. **Schedule your private tour today and experience everything this exceptional Placentia home has to offer.**

Facts & features

Interior
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2 full, 1 half
Living area
1,242 sq ft
Interior features
Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level
Fireplace
None
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Inside
Levels
One
Exterior & lot
Lot size
0.166 acres (7,245 sq ft)
Pool
None
View
Park Greenbelt
Year built
1908
Parking spaces
1
Community
Area
84 - Placentia
County
Orange
Community features
Biking, Park
Listing details
Status
Active
Property type
Single Family Residence
Days on market
7
Listed
2026-07-17
Terms
Cash, Cash To New Loan, Conventional, FHA, Va Loan
Parcel #
33935318
MLS #
PW26157269
Listed by
Tina Marie Hernandez · eXp Realty of Southern Ca, Inc

Location

Price history

Listed
$969,000 · 2026-07-17
Days on market
7
Current price
$969,000
Financing

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Estimated monthly payment
$6,079
$4,900 principal & interest · $1,179 taxes & insurance
$193,800
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Loan $775,200

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Listing courtesy of eXp Realty of Southern Ca, Inc. © 2026. The multiple listing data appearing on this website is owned and copyrighted by California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. ("CRMLS") and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Information provided is for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties the consumer may be interested in purchasing. All data, including but not limited to all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. The listing broker's offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. Last updated July 26, 2026 Equal Housing Opportunity.

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