
Placentia, California 92870
This Single-Family Residence is a High-Potential Investment Opportunity, listed at $1,299,000—positioned slightly above the $1,258,646 Fair Market Value. While the price reflects a premium, the property offers a Condition Rating of 3, featuring a remodeled kitchen, solar panels, and a resort-style backyard with a new pool and outdoor kitchen. The inclusion of an unpermitted ADU provides flexible utility for a home office or guest retreat. Located in the top-tier Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District, this home is an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking a turnkey lifestyle.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1962 Harte Way Subject 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,657 sqft · $760 | $1,299,000* List Price | 4 | 2 | 1,657 | $760 | - |
A 925 Gehrig Avenue Sold 4 bd · 3 ba · 1,532 sqft · $816 · 0.2 mi | $1,250,000 | 4 | 3 | 1,532 | $816 | 0.2 mi |
B 938 Cobb Avenue Sold 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,478 sqft · $880 · 0.2 mi | $1,300,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,478 | $880 | 0.2 mi |
C 302 Sarah Avenue Sold 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,629 sqft · $675 · 0.6 mi | $1,100,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,629 | $675 | 0.6 mi |
D 724 Longfellow Sold 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,550 sqft · $710 · 0.0 mi | $1,100,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,550 | $710 | 0.0 mi |
E 926 Brooklyn Avenue Sold 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,482 sqft · $769 · 0.4 mi | $1,140,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,482 | $769 | 0.4 mi |
F 1743 Hamer Sold 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,686 sqft · $691 · 0.3 mi | $1,165,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,686 | $691 | 0.3 mi |
G 231 Platte Way Sold 5 bd · 3 ba · 1,768 sqft · $684 · 0.9 mi | $1,210,000 | 5 | 3 | 1,768 | $684 | 0.9 mi |
H 2108 Traynor Ave. Sold 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,815 sqft · $749 · 0.2 mi | $1,360,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,815 | $749 | 0.2 mi |
I 2160 Mccormack Active 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,592 sqft · $815 · 0.3 mi | $1,297,000 List Price | 4 | 2 | 1,592 | $815 | 0.3 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
Built in 1969 but features significant renovations including a remodeled kitchen with shaker cabinetry and granite counters, wood-look tile flooring, and new carpet. The exterior is in excellent condition with a recently added pool, outdoor kitchen, and solar panels. While some bathroom fixtures (oak vanities) appear dated, the home is well-maintained, move-in ready, and benefits from modern system upgrades like dual-pane windows.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 10200, living area = 1657.
The expansive 10,200 sq ft corner lot features a brand-new pool with a rock waterfall, a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, and a fire pit, creating a resort-style backyard perfect for hosting.
The home boasts a remodeled kitchen with granite countertops and shaker cabinetry, vaulted beamed ceilings in the living area, and energy-efficient solar panels, offering a move-in-ready experience.
The detached ADU is explicitly noted as unpermitted, which could pose potential challenges regarding financing, appraisals, or future compliance with local building codes.
With 1,657 square feet distributed across four bedrooms, the interior living areas may feel relatively small compared to modern floor plans at this price point.
Welcome to 1962 Harte Way, a single-level 4-bedroom, 2-bath home on an expansive 10,200 sq ft corner lot in one of North Placentia's most sought-after neighborhoods. Recent upgrades include a NEW pool with cascading rock waterfall, a built-in outdoor kitchen with stainless grill, prep sink and bar seating, a built-in fire pit, expansive stamped concrete throughout the backyard, SOLAR and new carpet. A detached, unpermitted ADU with a kitchenette, an additional bathroom and its own private patio offers flexible space for a home office, studio, gym or guest retreat. The backyard is made for entertaining, with plenty of room to lounge, dine and host around the pool. A huge lemon tree, pomegranate tree, newer vinyl privacy fencing and lush tropical landscaping complete the retreat. Inside, the remodeled kitchen offers shaker-style cabinetry, granite counters, a glass-and-stone mosaic backsplash, a stainless hood over a gas range and a center island with seating, with windows and a slider overlooking the pool. The living room features a vaulted, beamed ceiling, fireplace and recessed lighting. The primary suite includes an en-suite bath with walk-in shower and a walk-in closet, and the fourth bedroom is currently set up as a home gym. Also includes dual-pane windows, wood-look tile, an indoor laundry room and a 2-car attached garage with direct access. Assigned to highly rated Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified schools: Wagner Elementary, Tuffree Middle and El Dorado High. Minutes from Brea Mall, Cal State Fullerton, Whole Foods, shopping, dining and parks!
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 3.0 |
| Square foot | 1,657 | 1,969.55 |
| Lot Size | - | 7,089.325 |
| Price | $1.30M | $1.21M |
| Price per sq ft | $784 | $619 |
| Built year | 1969 | 1970 |
| HOA | $0 | $237 |
| Days on market | 10 | 43 |
Oct 15, 2026
$1,299,000
Initial Listing
May 30, 2025
$1,125,000
Public Record
Jun 21, 2012
$430,000
Public Record
Jan 10, 2003
$350,000
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