
Seal Beach, California 90740
This Turnkey Single Family Residence is a Strong Value Opportunity, listed at $1,699,000—positioned well below the $1,756,759 Fair Market Value by 3%. This valuation gap offers $57,759 in Instant Equity for the buyer. Featuring an Excellent Condition Rating with modern upgrades like PEX plumbing and a remodeled kitchen, this home is located in the award-winning Los Alamitos Unified School District. It is an ideal acquisition for growing families or discerning owner-occupants seeking a premium, move-in ready lifestyle.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 4373 Birchwood Subject | $1,625,000* List Price | 4 | 3 | 2,542 | $644 | - |
A 4325 Hazelnut Sold | $1,875,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,800 | $670 | 0.3 mi |
B 4388 Fir Avenue Sold | $2,100,000 | 4 | 4 | 2,784 | $754 | 0.2 mi |
C 3560 Iris Cir Sold | $1,625,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,748 | $591 | 0.2 mi |
D 4260 Dogwood Sold | $1,650,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,547 | $648 | 0.2 mi |
E 3841 Heather Street Sold | $1,535,000 | 4 | 2 | 2,016 | $761 | 0.3 mi |
F 4208 Birchwood Sold | $1,850,000 | 4 | 3 | 3,044 | $608 | 0.2 mi |
G 3690 Marigold Active | $1,775,000 List Price | 4 | 3 | 2,536 | $700 | 0.3 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
The property has undergone extensive recent renovations (likely within the last 5 years) including a modern kitchen with stainless appliances and soft-close cabinetry, fully updated bathrooms with quartz countertops, and significant system upgrades such as PEX plumbing throughout and a newer HVAC system.
Elementary School: Francis Hopkinson Elementary School (10/10). High School: Los Alamitos High School (9/10).
The property is situated within the award-winning Los Alamitos School District, featuring top-rated schools with scores up to 10/10, a major driver for long-term property value.
Extensive high-value improvements including Pex plumbing, newer HVAC, dual-pane windows, and a fully remodeled kitchen provide a turnkey experience and reduced maintenance costs.
With a 5,200 square foot lot supporting a 2,542 square foot residence, the backyard space is relatively compact compared to the home's interior scale.
The property lacks any significant views, which may be a competitive disadvantage for some buyers seeking coastal or neighborhood vistas in the Seal Beach area.
Welcome to 4373 Birchwood Ave! This updated Cornell Tri-Level model is located in the highly sought-after community of College Park East in Seal Beach. This home offers approximately 2,542 square feet of living space on a 5,200 square foot lot, a spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home combines comfort, style, and functionality throughout. As you enter through the double doors, you are greeted with a front living room that flows seamlessly into the formal dining area, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere filled with natural light. Toward the rear of the home, the spacious family room overlooks the backyard and showcases tiled flooring, recessed lighting, a built-in bookcase, and a beautiful stone hearth fireplace that creates the perfect gathering space. The updated kitchen overlooking the backyard offers white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, soft-close drawers, pantry storage, tile flooring, and a charming breakfast nook ideal for casual dining. Luxury vinyl flooring enhances the living room, dining room, and primary bedroom, adding warmth and modern appeal. The downstairs level also includes a bedroom and bathroom, ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or a home office, along with an interior laundry room that conveniently leads to the attached garage or side yard. Upstairs, the expansive primary suite offers a true retreat, complete with a large balcony, 2 closets, one a walk-in closet. The Primary bath is complete with tiled walk-in shower and floors. quartz countertops, and dual vanities. The additional bedrooms offer flexibility for family and guests, with an updated bathroom complete with quartz countertops, tiled tub and shower and floor. Additional upgrades include dual-pane windows, scraped ceilings, pex plumbing throughout, newer HVAC, water heater, replaced all interior doors, fire door to garage, garage door and installed new drip systems front and back. Located within the award-winning Los Alamitos School District and just minutes from parks, shopping, dining, and nearby beaches, this home offers the perfect blend of location, space, and upgrades in one of Seal Beach’s most desirable neighborhoods.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 1.9 mi
Grades K-5 • 2.0 mi
Grades K-5 • 3.1 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 4.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.5 | 50% |
| Square foot | 2,542 | 2,021 | 64% |
| Lot Size | 5,200 | 5,205 | 50% |
| Price | $1.62M | $1.64M | 50% |
| Price per sq ft | $639 | $790 | 27% |
| Built year | 1968 | 1968 | 50% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 31 | 123 | 7% |
Jun 12, 2026
$1,625,000
$1,650,000
-2% Price Drop
Initial Listing
Jun 2, 2026
$1,650,000
$1,699,000
-3% Price Drop
Initial Listing
May 14, 2026
$1,699,000
Initial Listing
May 7, 2018
$990,000
Public Record
May 20, 2016
$795,000
Public Record