736 Knoll Lake Dr #266 · Brea, CA 92821

$224,888

2 bd · 2.0 ba · 1,220 sqft · Manufactured · 222 Days on market

Built 1982 Est $232k · at est. $1/mo HOA

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Why this score? — see what drove the B- grade

The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).

• Cash flow +28.0/30.0
• DSCR +9.9/10.0
• ARV discount +8.8/15.0
• 1% rule +7.7/10.0
• Schools +5.1/10.0
• Livability +3.8/5.0
• Rent growth +2.9/5.0
• Condition / age +2.5/5.0
• Appreciation +0.0/10.0

Listing remarks MLS

Super Home in Brea's Best Senior Park * * Smaller home is perfect for those wanting to downsize and save a bundle on space rent - 2 Bedrooms and 2 Full Baths - Large Living Room with Vaulted Ceilings - Dining Room with it's own Built-in Hutch - Kitchen with loads of cabinetry and Pantry also has a great view of street and neighborhood - Guest Bedroom is across the hallway from the Guest Bath - Very large Master Bedroom with Dual Closets and skylight for extra natural light - Master Bath has a Step in/sit down tub with door for EZ access and safer bathing - Laundry room has full sized Washer and Dryer - There's even a Built-in Desk with additional cabinetry above for loads of storage - Ceiling fans throughout to save on summer cooling bills - Central A/C and Forced Air Heating help keep this home perfect on both HOT or COOL days - Full Copper Plumbing saves on repairs compared to older systems - Enjoy having your own attached carport - Private Patio is at the same level as the home to save on numerous steps going up and down - Large side yard is perfect for gardening or letting your pets have a little exercise - Fully fenced and gated for safety - There's even a shed for all your gardening tools and extra items - Enjoy your leisure lifestyle! Fun includes: Parties in the Recreation Pavilion, Bingo, Bunco, Fishing, Library, Billiards, Exercise Room with newer equipment - Dinner Events - Potlucks - Casino Outings - Pool & Spa - Tennis and more!

Key facts

• Dual closets
• Updated kitchen
• Large pantry

Tags

• LVP FLOORING
• BUILT-IN HUTCH
• UPDATED KITCHEN
• QUARTZ COUNTER TOPS
• LARGE PANTRY
• DUAL CLOSETS

Property features AI

Finance

• Other: Pets allowed (per park rules); Manager approval required; Access via city streets and private roads; paved road frontage
• Financial info: Land lease required (monthly), seller-reported amount; Rent includes use of pool
• HOA & community: Part of Lake Park Brea Homeowners Association; Annual association fee of $10; Community amenities include pool, spa, club house, card room, billiard room, banquet facilities, gym/exercise room, tennis, pickleball; Senior community; Park name: Lake Park Brea; Community features: lake, fishing, sidewalks, street lighting, curbs, gutters, storm drains

Exterior

• Parking: Covered parking / attached carport; Driveway (concrete); Guest parking; One parking/carport space
• Security: Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors; Resident manager; Manager approval required for park
• Utilities: Electricity on property and connected; Natural gas connected; Public/district water connected; Public sewer; Cable available; Underground utilities
• Home design: Mobile/manufactured home (model 802V); Double body type; Single-story; Entry at level 1; Has a view; Zero lot line; Level with street; Near public transit; Back yard and garden
• Construction: Wood, brick, glass and steel construction elements; Composition/shingle roof; Pier jacks foundation; One shed on property; Wood and brick skirting
• Exterior features: Covered concrete patio; Open patio area; Awning; Rain gutters; Exterior lighting; In-ground community spa (heated, gunite); In-ground community pool (filtered, solar heat, passively heated, fenced)

Interior

• Kitchen: Electric oven; Gas cooktop; Range/stove hood; Microwave; Refrigerator; Garbage disposal; Vented exhaust fan; Pots & pan drawers
• Bedrooms: All bedrooms on main level
• Flooring: Vinyl flooring
• Bathrooms: Two full bathrooms; Soaking tub; Jetted tub; Shower-in-tub; Exhaust fan(s); Bathtub
• Heating & cooling: Central electric cooling; Natural gas heating; Forced air / central furnace
• Interior features: Wood product walls; Quartz counters; Ceiling fan; Pantry; Living room deck attached; Recessed lighting; Storage space; Copper full plumbing; Cathedral/vaulted ceilings; Sliding glass doors; Mirrored closet doors; Skylights; Window blinds and screens; Smoke detector; Carbon monoxide detector; Resident manager; One-level home
• Laundry & utility: Washer included; Dryer included; Washer hookup; Gas dryer hookup; Dedicated laundry room

What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

• This is a 2-bed/2.0-bath manufactured listed at $225k.

Deal economics

• At list price, monthly cash flow is $701 ($8k/yr) — positive.
• The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
• Meets the 1% rule at list price ($3k rent vs $225k).
• Recommended offer: $198k (12.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
• Cap rate 10.0% vs local median 2.1% in Brea — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

• Location reads 76/100 on livability (#100 in CA, #3,570 nationally) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: amenities A+, employment A+, commute A-; Watch: health & safety C-, cost of living F.
• Fullerton Joint Union High (suburban): math 51% / reading 66% proficiency, ranked #82 of 517 in CA (top 16%) — acceptable for families but not a draw, mixed tenant base, ~2y average lease.
• Zoned schools: Sonora High (math 43% / reading 61%, grade D+, #296 of 1,170 statewide, top 27%, 1,730 students, 60% FRL).
• Market conditions: Rents rising (+1.8%/yr); 63 active listings in the ZIP; 31 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals leasing fast (median 3d on market — plan ~1-2 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); high-income renter base; 6,974 units permitted in Orange County in 2024 (3,839 in 5+ unit buildings).

Forward outlook

• Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $2k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $7k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
• Orange County population projected at +14% by 2050 — modest demand growth; plan on rents tracking national, not racing it.
• At projected returns (-3.0% appreciation + 1.8% rent growth), your $63k cash investment doubles in ~10 years — after that, you're playing with house money.

Negotiation context

• It's been on market 222 days — a 12% lower offer ($198k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
• 3 sale attempts since 6y ago with the ask held roughly flat each time — persistent listings suggest the price (not the market) is what's stuck; bring a comps-based counter.
• Current owner paid $105k; list at $225k implies a 114% gain — meaningful room to come down on a strong offer.

Risks & watch-outs

• Climate carrying-cost: extreme-heat days projected 7→23/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.

Recommended offer $197,901 (12.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

1. It's been on market 222 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 12% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
2. What does the HOA fee cover, when was the last increase, and are there any pending special assessments or reserve-fund shortfalls?
3. Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
4. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
5. Schools are A-rated — typically a magnet for longer-tenancy family renters. What's the average tenant stay here, and is there a school-zone premium baked into asking?
6. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
7. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
8. How much new for-sale + rental construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply typically softens prices + rents 12–24 months out; constrained supply supports both.

Investment metrics

• 1% rule: 1.27% ✓
• Cap rate: 10.03%
• Cash-on-cash: 13.35%
• DSCR: 1.59
• GRM: 6.6

CMA / ARV

• ARV (on-the-fly): $231,800
• Comps found: 12

Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi

Address	Dist	Beds/Ba	Sqft	Sold	Price	$/sf	Match
1414 W Central Ave #81	0.16mi	3/2.0 (+1)	1,248 (+2%)	0mo	$289,000	$232	83
1261 Glen Lake Ave #279	0.06mi	2/2.0	1,296 (+6%)	6mo	$149,000	$115	82
755 Village Lake Mall #337	0.07mi	2/2.0	1,296 (+6%)	6mo	$150,000	$116	82
1414 W Central Ave #98	0.16mi	3/2.0 (+1)	1,140 (-7%)	0mo	$245,500	$215	76
1341 Harbor Lake Ave #24	0.21mi	2/2.0	1,296 (+6%)	5mo	$215,000	$166	75
1414 W Central #69	0.16mi	3/2.0 (+1)	1,344 (+10%)	0mo	$265,000	$197	70
2240 Lake Glen Dr #56	0.47mi	2/2.0	1,248 (+2%)	7mo	$338,000	$271	68
1414 W Central Ave #88	0.16mi	3/2.0 (+1)	1,344 (+10%)	5mo	$255,000	$190	66
751 Village Lake Mall	0.07mi	1/1.5 (-1)	1,050 (-14%)	1mo	$189,000	$180	66
1051 Site #197	0.70mi	3/2.0 (+1)	1,120 (-8%)	1mo	$179,000	$160	47
1051 Site Dr #25	0.70mi	3/2.0 (+1)	1,344 (+10%)	0mo	$185,000	$138	45
1051 Site Dr #89	0.70mi	3/2.0 (+1)	1,400 (+15%)	4mo	$300,000	$214	34

Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 1.78% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold

• IRR: 2.0%
• Equity multiple: 1.08×
• Total profit: $4,769
• Equity at exit: $33,532

10-year hold

• IRR: 10.4%
• Equity multiple: 1.76×
• Total profit: $47,932
• Equity at exit: $19,444

Cash invested: $62,969 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

• Overall (STATE): 18 Strongly Tenant-Friendly
• State California: 18 Strongly Tenant-Friendly · D+13
• County: — inherits STATE
• City: — inherits STATE

AB1482 statewide rent cap (10% + CPI). Cities (SF/LA/Berkeley) layer stricter rules. Just-cause statewide.

Methodology + full state rankings →

ZIP-level market 92821

• Rents YoY: 1.8%
• Active inventory: 63
• Price-to-rent: 6.6×

Monthly cashflow live

• Estimated rent: $2,856 high
• Mortgage (P&I): −$1,179
• Tax est. 1.5%: −$281 /mo · $3,373/yr
• Insurance: −$94
• HOA: −$1
• Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt: −$600
• Net cashflow: $701

Break-even live

Break-even rent $1,969

Max offer price $224,888

Occupancy floor 70%

Sensitivity live

Price	-10% $856	-5% $778	+0% $701	+5% $623	+10% $545
Rent	-10% $475	-5% $588	+0% $701	+5% $814	+10% $926
Rate	-1.0pp $814	-0.5pp $758	base $701	+0.5pp $642	+1.0pp $583

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

• Down payment: $56,222
• Closing costs: $6,747
• Reserves months: —
• Total cash needed: —

Rent comps 31 comps

Address	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent	$/sqft	DOM	Units	Dist
1741 E La Habra Blvd La Habra, CA	2.0	1.0	800	$2,362	$2.95	2d	1	0.65mi
160 N Fonda St La Habra, CA	2.0	2.0	1000	$2,500	$2.50	2d	1	0.75mi
304 S Fonda St Unit 3 La Habra, CA	2.0	2.0	800	$2,600	$3.25	2d	1	0.75mi
160 N Fonda St Unit 2 La Habra, CA	2.0	1.5	1000	$2,500	$2.50	2d	1	0.75mi
209 S Fonda St La Habra, CA	2.0	2.0	1200	$3,500	$2.92	2d	1	0.77mi
141 N Fonda St Unit 1 La Habra, CA	3.0	2.5	1300	$3,400	$2.62	11d	1	0.78mi
1500 Eastpark Dr Unit 3 La Habra, CA	2.0	1.5	1286	$2,500	$1.94	2d	1	0.80mi
160 Greentree Ln La Habra, CA	2.0	1.5	1050	$2,800	$2.67	2d	1	0.86mi
730 Brooklyn Dr Brea, CA	2.0	2.5	1210	$3,400	$2.81	25d	1	0.88mi
350 W Central Ave Brea, CA	1.0–3.0	1.0–2.5	1024	$3,538	$3.45	2d	8	0.89mi
825 Tamarack Ave Brea, CA	1.0–2.0	1.0–2.0	837	$2,640	$3.15	2d	5	0.89mi
650 Tamarack Ave Brea, CA	2.0	1.0–2.0	750	$2,850	$3.80	2d	18	0.97mi
600 N Harbor Blvd La Habra, CA	2.0	1.0–1.5	837	$2,855	$3.41	2d	2	1.02mi
250 W Central Ave Brea, CA	2.0	2.0	1100	$2,930	$2.66	17d	2	1.03mi
319 W Lambert Rd Brea, CA	2.0	2.0	1120	$3,333	$2.98	5d	9	1.06mi
171 S Valencia St Unit 3 La Habra, CA	2.0	2.0	1000	$2,450	$2.45	2d	1	1.15mi
640 Ward St Unit 2 La Habra, CA	2.0	1.0	950	$2,195	$2.31	17d	1	1.16mi
655 N Brea Blvd Brea, CA	1.0–2.0	1.0–2.0	830	$2,745	$3.31	2d	1	1.18mi
260 W Birch St #202 Brea, CA	1.0	1.0	727	$2,332	$3.21	25d	1	1.19mi
1001 N Harbor Blvd La Habra, CA	1.0–2.0	1.0–1.5	880	$2,750	$3.12	2d	2	1.25mi
215 S Brea Blvd Apt 314 Brea, CA	2.0	1.0	750	$2,460	$3.28	25d	1	1.28mi
137 N Orange Ave Brea, CA	2.0	2.0	975	$2,585	$2.65	44d	1	1.29mi
2598 Associated Rd Fullerton, CA	1.0	1.0	896	$3,215	$3.59	4d	1	1.30mi
2598 Associated Rd Fullerton, CA	1.0	1.0	885	$3,280	$3.71	16d	1	1.30mi
2598 Associated Rd Fullerton, CA	2.0	2.0	988	$3,535	$3.58	21d	1	1.30mi
2598 Associated Rd Fullerton, CA	1.0	1.0	885	$3,030	$3.42	17d	1	1.30mi
703 E Stearns Ave Unit 707-C La Habra, CA	2.0	1.0	950	$2,695	$2.84	2d	1	1.30mi
334 S Walnut Ave Unit F Brea, CA	2.0	1.5	904	$2,995	$3.31	17d	1	1.33mi
1301 Las Riendas Dr La Habra, CA	1.0–2.0	1.0–1.5	900	$2,970	$3.30	2d	1	1.38mi
108 E Date St Unit 108 Brea, CA	2.0	1.0	950	$3,095	$3.26	44d	1	1.43mi
410 S Orange Ave Unit B Brea, CA	2.0	1.0	950	$2,550	$2.68	44d	1	1.50mi

HOA detail

• Monthly dues: $1 · $12/yr
• Likely covers: poolsecurity

Listing history 22 events

1. 2026-06-18
   days on market $224,888 Active 222 DOM
2. 2026-06-17
   days on market $224,888 Active 221 DOM
3. 2026-06-16
   days on market $224,888 Active 220 DOM
4. 2026-06-15
   days on market $224,888 Active 219 DOM
5. 2026-06-13
   days on market $224,888 Active 217 DOM
6. 2026-06-09
   days on market $224,888 Active 213 DOM
7. 2026-06-08
   days on market $224,888 Active 212 DOM
8. 2026-06-07
   days on market $224,888 Active 211 DOM
9. 2026-06-04
   days on market $224,888 Active 208 DOM
10. 2026-06-03
    days on market $224,888 Active 207 DOM
11. 2026-06-02
    days on market $224,888 Active 206 DOM
12. 2026-06-01
    days on market $224,888 Active 205 DOM
13. 2026-05-31
    days on market $224,888 Active 204 DOM
14. 2026-05-09
    status Active
15. 2026-05-01
    historical Active Under Contract
16. 2026-03-21
    price $224,888
17. 2026-03-21
    price $24,888
18. 2025-11-08
    listed $234,567 Active
19. 2020-05-13
    soldstatus $105,000 Closed Sale 1475-char remark

    Show marketing remark (1475 chars)

    Super Home in Brea's Best Senior Park * * Smaller home is perfect for those wanting to downsize and save a bundle on space rent - 2 Bedrooms and 2 Full Baths - Large Living Room with Vaulted Ceilings - Dining Room with it's own Built-in Hutch - Kitchen with loads of cabinetry and Pantry also has a great view of street and neighborhood - Guest Bedroom is across the hallway from the Guest Bath - Very large Master Bedroom with Dual Closets and skylight for extra natural light - Master Bath has a Step in/sit down tub with door for EZ access and safer bathing - Laundry room has full sized Washer and Dryer - There's even a Built-in Desk with additional cabinetry above for loads of storage - Ceiling fans throughout to save on summer cooling bills - Central A/C and Forced Air Heating help keep this home perfect on both HOT or COOL days - Full Copper Plumbing saves on repairs compared to older systems - Enjoy having your own attached carport - Private Patio is at the same level as the home to save on numerous steps going up and down - Large side yard is perfect for gardening or letting your pets have a little exercise - Fully fenced and gated for safety - There's even a shed for all your gardening tools and extra items - Enjoy your leisure lifestyle! Fun includes: Parties in the Recreation Pavilion, Bingo, Bunco, Fishing, Library, Billiards, Exercise Room with newer equipment - Dinner Events - Potlucks - Casino Outings - Pool & Spa - Tennis and more!

20. 2020-05-05
    status Pending Sale 1475-char remark

    Show marketing remark (1475 chars)

    Super Home in Brea's Best Senior Park * * Smaller home is perfect for those wanting to downsize and save a bundle on space rent - 2 Bedrooms and 2 Full Baths - Large Living Room with Vaulted Ceilings - Dining Room with it's own Built-in Hutch - Kitchen with loads of cabinetry and Pantry also has a great view of street and neighborhood - Guest Bedroom is across the hallway from the Guest Bath - Very large Master Bedroom with Dual Closets and skylight for extra natural light - Master Bath has a Step in/sit down tub with door for EZ access and safer bathing - Laundry room has full sized Washer and Dryer - There's even a Built-in Desk with additional cabinetry above for loads of storage - Ceiling fans throughout to save on summer cooling bills - Central A/C and Forced Air Heating help keep this home perfect on both HOT or COOL days - Full Copper Plumbing saves on repairs compared to older systems - Enjoy having your own attached carport - Private Patio is at the same level as the home to save on numerous steps going up and down - Large side yard is perfect for gardening or letting your pets have a little exercise - Fully fenced and gated for safety - There's even a shed for all your gardening tools and extra items - Enjoy your leisure lifestyle! Fun includes: Parties in the Recreation Pavilion, Bingo, Bunco, Fishing, Library, Billiards, Exercise Room with newer equipment - Dinner Events - Potlucks - Casino Outings - Pool & Spa - Tennis and more!

21. 2020-02-12
    historical Active Under Contract 1475-char remark

    Show marketing remark (1475 chars)

    Super Home in Brea's Best Senior Park * * Smaller home is perfect for those wanting to downsize and save a bundle on space rent - 2 Bedrooms and 2 Full Baths - Large Living Room with Vaulted Ceilings - Dining Room with it's own Built-in Hutch - Kitchen with loads of cabinetry and Pantry also has a great view of street and neighborhood - Guest Bedroom is across the hallway from the Guest Bath - Very large Master Bedroom with Dual Closets and skylight for extra natural light - Master Bath has a Step in/sit down tub with door for EZ access and safer bathing - Laundry room has full sized Washer and Dryer - There's even a Built-in Desk with additional cabinetry above for loads of storage - Ceiling fans throughout to save on summer cooling bills - Central A/C and Forced Air Heating help keep this home perfect on both HOT or COOL days - Full Copper Plumbing saves on repairs compared to older systems - Enjoy having your own attached carport - Private Patio is at the same level as the home to save on numerous steps going up and down - Large side yard is perfect for gardening or letting your pets have a little exercise - Fully fenced and gated for safety - There's even a shed for all your gardening tools and extra items - Enjoy your leisure lifestyle! Fun includes: Parties in the Recreation Pavilion, Bingo, Bunco, Fishing, Library, Billiards, Exercise Room with newer equipment - Dinner Events - Potlucks - Casino Outings - Pool & Spa - Tennis and more!

22. 2020-02-01
    listed $109,900 Active 1475-char remark

    Show marketing remark (1475 chars)

    Super Home in Brea's Best Senior Park * * Smaller home is perfect for those wanting to downsize and save a bundle on space rent - 2 Bedrooms and 2 Full Baths - Large Living Room with Vaulted Ceilings - Dining Room with it's own Built-in Hutch - Kitchen with loads of cabinetry and Pantry also has a great view of street and neighborhood - Guest Bedroom is across the hallway from the Guest Bath - Very large Master Bedroom with Dual Closets and skylight for extra natural light - Master Bath has a Step in/sit down tub with door for EZ access and safer bathing - Laundry room has full sized Washer and Dryer - There's even a Built-in Desk with additional cabinetry above for loads of storage - Ceiling fans throughout to save on summer cooling bills - Central A/C and Forced Air Heating help keep this home perfect on both HOT or COOL days - Full Copper Plumbing saves on repairs compared to older systems - Enjoy having your own attached carport - Private Patio is at the same level as the home to save on numerous steps going up and down - Large side yard is perfect for gardening or letting your pets have a little exercise - Fully fenced and gated for safety - There's even a shed for all your gardening tools and extra items - Enjoy your leisure lifestyle! Fun includes: Parties in the Recreation Pavilion, Bingo, Bunco, Fishing, Library, Billiards, Exercise Room with newer equipment - Dinner Events - Potlucks - Casino Outings - Pool & Spa - Tennis and more!

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Climate risk First Street

• 🌊 Flood 4/10 Moderate FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 22% chance over 30 yrs
• 🔥 Wildfire 4/10 Moderate
• 🌡 Heat 6/10 Major 7 d/yr ≥96°F today · 23 d/yr by 30 yrs out
• 💨 Wind 1/10 Low
• 🫁 Air quality 5/10 Major 7 unhealthy d/yr today · 9 by 30 yrs out

Taxation est. · year 1

• Rental income: $34,267
• − Mortgage interest: −$12,597
• − Property taxes: −$3,373
• − Insurance: −$1,124
• − Repairs & maintenance: −$2,741
• − Management: −$2,741
• − HOA: −$12
• − Depreciation: −$6,542
• Taxable income: $5,135
• Est. tax owed @ 24.0%: −$1,232
• After-tax cash flow: $7,176/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Schools (NCES district)

• District: Fullerton Joint Union High
• NCES district ID: 0614760
• Math proficiency: 51% ▲ 7.00%
• Reading proficiency: 66% ▲ 1.00%
• Median HH income: $66,666
• Composite: 51.37/100
• National rank: #1735
• State rank: #82 of 517 in CA

Livability — Brea

• Score: 76/100
• State rank: #100
• US rank: #3570

Category grades

Amenities A+ Commute A- Cost of living F Crime C Employment A+ Housing C Health & safety C- User ratings A+

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

• Census place: Brea, CA
• County: Orange County · 3,096,323 people
• City population: 41,623
• Metro: Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
• Population (ZIP): 41,623
• Household income: $123,629
• Rent vs Own: 42.5% rent · 57.5% own
• Severe rent burden: 1655.0

Population outlook (Orange County) Hauer SSP2

• Today (2025): 3,477,456 people
• By 2030: 3,613,117 · +3.9%
• By 2040: 3,835,945 · +10.3%
• By 2050: 3,968,736 · +14.1%
• By 2075: 4,097,053 · +17.8%
• By 2100: 3,903,633 · +12.3%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

• Neighborhood character: Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.69)
• Race & ethnicity: White 38% Hispanic / Latino 32% Asian 24% Two or more races 14% Black 1%
• Hispanic origin (detail): Mexican 27%
• Common ancestry: Slovak 2% Lithuanian 2% Italian 1%
• Foreign-born: 23% · Canada, South Korea, China
• Languages at home: 66% English-only · Spanish 16% Korean 6% Chinese 4%

Political lean MEDSL · Orange

• 2024 margin: Toss-up / Even · D 49.7% · R 47.1% · Other 3.2%
• 2008→2024 swing: +5.2pp toward D · 2008: -2.6pp · 2024: 2.6pp
• All cycles: 2024: D+2.6 2020: D+9.0 2016: D+7.7 2012: R+8.3 2008: R+2.6

Not yet ingested

• Civics: —

Market trends

• HPI YoY: ▼ -826.78%
• Current HPI: 374.8663
• Rent YoY: ▲ 1.78%
• Metro: Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
• State GDP YoY: ▲ 3.21%
• F500 in state: 116

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in CA)

Industry	F500 HQs	Revenue
▸Technology	27	$1,492B
▸Financial Services	3	$174B
▸Retail	3	$44B
▸Insurance	3	$26B
▸Media / Entertainment	2	$115B
▸Pharmaceuticals / Biotech	2	$62B

Price history

+104.6% since first listed

9 events — show timeline

• 2026-05-09 Relisted — CRMLS
• 2026-05-01 Contingent — CRMLS
• 2026-03-21 Price Changed $224,888 CRMLS
• 2026-03-21 Price Changed $24,888 CRMLS
• 2025-11-08 Listed $234,567 CRMLS
• 2020-05-13 Sold (MLS) $105,000 CRMLS
• 2020-05-05 Pending — CRMLS
• 2020-02-12 Contingent — CRMLS
• 2020-02-01 Listed $109,900 CRMLS