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173 N Waverly

Orange, CA 92866
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Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,254

Sqft

SqFt6,750

Sqft(Lot)

Priced to Sell. Over $250,000 invested across property improvements, planning, engineering, historic resource assessment completion, and approvals representing over 14 months of completed groundwork. Fully Approved and Permit Ready House Remodel Plans! A thoughtfully reimagined residence nestled in the highly desirable north east quadrant of the Old Town Orange Historic District where historic character, modern comfort, and future value converge. This home presents a rare, meaningful value-add opportunity to own a home in the Old Town Orange Historic District with . Fully approved, permit ready house remodel plans envision an approximately 180-square-foot addition to the home to create a future 3 bedroom, 3 bath layout with a luxurious primary suite, walk-in closet, and spa-style primary bath. Separately, the approximately 300 sqft garage that is proposed for conversion to an ADU is in final review phase for city approval and permits. This would present the potential for a total of 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and approximately 1,729 square feet of living space on the premises. This is a significant value for a new owner with ready to build, approved plan sets for the home and final building department review for the ADU underway anticipating full approval in coming weeks. Currently, the updated the home features extensive improvements throughout and is being sold with a completed termite clearance. The new kitchen features quartz countertops and new GE appliances, while updated baths include custom tile, new shower valves, cabinetry and fixtures with a newly reglazed tub. Major system upgrades include new PEX plumbing, a new HVAC system and ducting throughout the home, and a Noritz tankless water heater. Professionally leveled floors, new laminate flooring, fresh interior texture and paint, and exterior paint provide a polished foundation for everyday living. The private grounds have been transformed into a lush English garden inspired retreat, with more than 80 new plants, commercial-grade Netafim drip irrigation, fresh mulch, and decomposed-granite pathways throughout the lot. Three mature, highly productive fruit trees (apple, orange, and lemon) complete the setting. Phenomenal location being a little over a 1/2 mile to everything in Old Town Orange whether local eats or shopping, approximately 3/4 mile to Chapman University, and 1 mile to the 55 freeway.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,265,000

AD Id : 89346675

MLS Id : PW26173236

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 6,750 Sq. Ft

Living Area Size : 1,254 Sq. Ft

Year Built : 1946

Garage : 1

County : Orange

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 2

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1

    Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle

    Flooring Information

    Laminate
  • Interior Features

    BreakfastBar, SeparateFormalDiningRoom, OpenFloorplan, QuartzCounters, RecessedLighting, AllBedroomsDown, BedroomOnMainLevel, MainLevelPrimary
    Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
    Appliances: Dishwasher, GasOven, GasRange, Refrigerator, TanklessWaterHeater
    Laundry Features: WasherHookup, GasDryerHookup
    Window Features: BayWindows, DoublePaneWindows, WoodFrames
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Central, HeatPump Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: CentralAir

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1946
    Construction Materials: BoardAndBattenSiding, Drywall, DuctsProfessionallyAirSealed, Glass, HardiplankType, Concrete, Stucco, VerticalSiding, WoodSiding
    Stories: 1
    Patio And Porch Features: Covered, FrontPorch, Open, Patio
    Pool Features: None
    Private Pool: No
    View: None
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: RainGutters

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 6750 Lot Size Acres: 0.155 Lot Size Source: Assessor Lot Size Square Feet: 6,750 Lot Description: BackYard,DripIrrigationBubblers,FrontYard,Lawn,SprinklerSystem,Yard,ZeroLotLine

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $1265000
    Original Price: $1375000
    Cash, CashToNewLoan, Conventional

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 38606203 Tax Lot: 32

  • Parking Information

    Parking Total: 2 DoorSingle, Driveway, Garage, OnStreet

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Orange Junior High School: Senior High School: Orange
  • Utility Information

    ElectricityConnected, NaturalGasConnected, SewerConnected, WaterConnected
  • Location Information

    Direction: Exit west on Chapman Ave, right on Waverly. WaterSource: Public Security Features: CarbonMonoxideDetectors,SmokeDetectors
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ByOwner last updated this listing 10/04/2026 @ 18:12

MLS: PW26173236 LISTED BY: Jenni Abney, BHHS CA Properties 714-602-2626 SOURCE: CRMLS

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