
Seal Beach, California 90740
Analysis of 173 College Park, Seal Beach, California 90740 is currently available with a list price of $1,399,900. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Seal Beach Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
This 1965 home has been extensively and recently renovated to meet modern luxury standards. It features a high-end chef's kitchen with Thor appliances and quartz countertops, remodeled bathrooms, and solid hardwood flooring throughout. Significant capital improvements include a newer roof and owned solar panels (2021), PEX repiping (2017), and updated central HVAC, leaving no deferred maintenance.
Elementary School: Francis Hopkinson Elementary School (10/10). Middle School: Oak Middle School (9/10). High School: Los Alamitos High School (9/10).
The property features significant high-value improvements including owned solar panels (2021), a newer roof (2021), PEX repiping (2017), and central HVAC, ensuring long-term efficiency and reduced maintenance costs.
The heart of the home is a fully remodeled kitchen boasting luxury Thor appliances, a six-burner range, quartz countertops, and a large island that seamlessly integrates with the open-concept living area.
Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 2, other record bedroom count = 3.
With only two official bedrooms, the home's layout may be restrictive for larger families or those requiring multiple dedicated guest and office spaces without converting the bonus room.
At 1,333 square feet for a nearly $1.4M asking price, the property commands a high premium that may be a deterrent for buyers seeking more interior volume for their budget.
Rare opportunity to live in the highly desirable College Park West neighborhood! This beautifully upgraded single-level home offers a perfect blend of comfort, timeless design, and coastal living. Vaulted ceilings, Velux skylights, and solid hardwood flooring create a light-filled, open layout throughout. The remodeled chef’s kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring quartz countertops, a large island, and luxury Thor Kitchen appliances, including a six-burner range with double ovens. The open kitchen design seamlessly connects to the living spaces, allowing you to cook while spending time with guests and effortlessly entertain both indoors and out. The spacious primary suite provides a peaceful retreat with a remodeled bathroom and large custom Elfa closet systems, while a flexible bonus room offers the option for a third bedroom, office, or guest space. Step outside to a private backyard with mature landscaping, fruit trees, and a modern louvered pergola, perfect for enjoying Southern California’s indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Additional upgrades include owned solar panels (installed 2021), newer roof (2021), PEX repipe (2017), dual-pane windows, central HVAC, recessed lighting, and a repaved driveway with irrigation for landscaped beds. Ideally situated on a quiet interior tract with no pass-through traffic, just minutes from the beach and a short stroll to Edison Park, and within the award-winning Los Alamitos School District, this home offers an exceptional blend of peaceful neighborhood living and coastal convenience. Schedule a showing today!
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.0 mi
Grades 6-8 • 2.2 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 4.0 | 9% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.5 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,333 | 2,021 | 14% |
| Lot Size | 5,270 | 5,200 | 59% |
| Price | $1.40M | $1.64M | 20% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.1K | $830 | 70% |
| Built year | 1965 | 1966 | 34% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 30 | 182 | 5% |
Mar 23, 2026
$1,399,900
Initial Listing
Jul 10, 2017
$712,000
Public Record