127 S Redwood Avenue, Brea, CA 92821

• 2 beds |
• 1 bath |
• 1,118 sqft

Property Description

PRIME LOCATION HISTORIC HOME WITH MODERN UPGRADES! Step into the charm of the Glen Dunkle House #54 located in the Redwood Avenue Historic Area. Built in 1923 and registered with the Brea Historical Society, this 2-bedroom home beautifully blends preserved character and thoughtful modern upgrades with potential for multiple ADUs, making it an excellent opportunity for future expansion or additional income. The home welcomes you with a lush and inviting front yard filled with greenery, decorative rock landscaping, and charming trees, while a covered front porch with tile flooring offers the perfect spot for morning coffee or relaxing evenings. Upon entering, you’re greeted by a warm and cozy living room featuring a tiled fireplace that creates an inviting focal point. The living and dining areas flow seamlessly together and are highlighted by new laminate flooring and fresh paint. Distinctive stain glass windows with colorful floral designs allow for beautiful natural light and reinforce the home’s unique historic character. From the living area, a hallway leads to the 2 bedrooms and includes hallway closets with additional cabinet storage. Both bedrooms offer cedar-lined closets, ceiling fans, and large windows that provide abundant natural light. The bright bathroom features a separate clawfoot tub and walk-in shower, charming checkered tile, and additional stain glass windows for a light and airy feel. Continuing back through the living space, the kitchen is filled with natural light and showcases butcher block countertops and island, a beautiful backsplash, and ample cabinetry. Continue through the kitchen to the indoor laundry and pantry and step into the covered outdoor room offering approx. 200sqft of additional space—perfect for enjoying the coveted SoCal weather all year round. Beyond the patio, the backyard feels like a private retreat with fruit trees (including avocado & lemon), pond, stone walkways, and two separate storage sheds. The detached two-car garage has a variety of options – studio/office or converted to a 4-car garage or multiple ADUs. Additional features include solar panels, new AC and ducts, a gate at the rear of the property ideal for RV parking, and potential tax benefits under the Mills Act. Perfectly situated between Downtown Brea, the Brea Mall, Target, Sprouts, Brea Civic Center, and highly rated school districts, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of Brea’s history while enjoying modern convenience.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

January 30, 2026

Data Last Updated:

February 7, 2026 at 7:16AM

Listing Office:

Coldwell Banker Diamond : 714-990-9990

Listing Agent:

Alex Horowitz : 714-990-9990

MLS ID:

PW26014042

Interior

• General: Built-in FeaturesCeiling Fan(s)Crown MoldingEat-in KitchenPantryStorageAll Bedrooms DownBedroom on Main Level
• Appliances: DishwasherDisposalTankless Water Heater
• Laundry: Washer HookupGas Dryer HookupInsideLaundry Room
• Flooring: LaminateTile
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Central
• Fireplace: GasLiving RoomFireplace
• Eco/Green Feature: Solar

Exterior

• General: Awning(s)LightingRain GuttersShed(s)Storage
• Style: BungalowPatio Home
• Other Structures: Shed(s)StorageEnclosedWoodFront PorchRear PorchScreenedPatioCovered
• Pool: None
• Parking: BoatConcreteGarageOversizedGarage Faces RearRV GatedRV Access/ParkingStorageParking spaces: 2

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• Windows: Plantation ShuttersStained Glass
• General: 1Raised

Location

• Road/Access: City Street
• HOA Amenities: 0.0
• Originating MLS: CRMLS_CRM
• School District: Brea-Olinda Unified
• County: Orange

Lot

• Zoning: 31927407
• View: City LightsNeighborhoodView
• Fencing: Chain LinkVinylWood

Utilities

• Utilities: Electricity ConnectedNatural Gas ConnectedSewer ConnectedWater ConnectedPhotovoltaics Third-Party OwnedStandard
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: CRMLS_CRM