| Primary address | 159 Laurel Avenue, Brea |
| Zip code | 92821 |
| County | Orange |
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| Sale date | 09/05/2024 |
| Sale price | $1,000,000 |
| Arm's length | Register |
| Current property tax | $11,230 |
| Building sqft | 1,733 |
| Building class | Single Family Residential (1) |
| Acreage | 0.114 |
| Year built | 1990 |
| Year last altered | Register |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Zoning district | Single-Family Residential (R-1) |
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159 Laurel Avenue, Brea, CA 92821 was built in 1990 and has a total of 1,733 square feet.
What is the assessed value of 159 Laurel Avenue, Brea, CA 92821 and the property tax paid?Assessed at $1,000,000, the tax amount paid for 159 Laurel Avenue, Brea, CA 92821 is $11,309.
When was 159 Laurel Avenue, Brea, CA 92821 last sold and what was the last sale price?159 Laurel Avenue, Brea, CA 92821 was last sold in 09/05/2024 for $1,000,000.
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Access detailed property tax data for 159 Laurel Avenue, Brea, CA 92821. Tax information included: property tax, market value and assessed value, exemptions, abatements, and assessment history.
| Tax year: | 2025-2026 |
| Base tax | $11,309 |
| Current property tax | $11,230 |
| Market value | $1,000,000 |
Abatements, financial assistance programs and non-ad valorem taxes levied as special taxes/direct assessments are applicable for this property.
| Description | Special assessment | Phone number |
|---|---|---|
| Mosq,fire ant assmt | Register | (800) 273-5167 |
| MWD water stdby CHG | Register | (866) 807-6864 |
| Oc san regional sewer fee | Register | (714) 593-7281 |
| Vector control CHG | Register | (800) 273-5167 |
Here's the assessment & property tax history for 159 Laurel Avenue, Brea, including the evolution of the total tax rate and corresponding property tax.
| Year | Assessment value | Total tax rate | Property tax | Year over year change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | $1,000,000 | 1.1309 | $11,309 | +38.75% |
| 2024-2025 | $743,677 | 1.096 | $8,151 | +2.79% |
| 2023-2024 | $729,096 | 1.0876 | $7,930 | +0.81% |
| 2022-2023 | $714,800 | 1.1004 | $7,866 | +1.94% |
| 2021-2022 | $700,785 | 1.101 | $7,716 | +0.64% |
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| FEMA flood zone(s) | X (See more on map) |
| Fire hazard zone | See more on map |
| Faults and tsunami inundation zone map | Register |
| Landslides and liquefaction map | Register |
Access the detailed traffic volume map for 159 Laurel Avenue, Brea to see estimated average daily traffic on streets surrounding the property as well as the types of properties in its vicinity.
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| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Elementary School | 5 | Public | K-6 | 447 | 0.19 |
| BOUSD Online Academy | NR | Public | K-6 | 23 | 0.34 |
| St. Angela Merici Elementary School | NR | Private | K-8 | 250 | 0.73 |
| Christ Lutheran School | NR | Private | PK-8 | 222 | 0.89 |
| Christ Lutheran School | NR | Private | PK-8 | 222 | 0.89 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brea Junior High School | 7 | Public | 7-8 | 907 | 0.52 |
| St. Angela Merici Elementary School | NR | Private | K-8 | 250 | 0.73 |
| Christ Lutheran School | NR | Private | PK-8 | 222 | 0.89 |
| Beechwood Elementary School | 9 | Public | K-8 | 979 | 1.66 |
| The Art House | NR | Private | 0 | 1.78 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brea Canyon High (Continuation) School | 3 | Public | 9-12 | 91 | 1.37 |
| Brea-Olinda High School | 8 | Public | 9-12 | 1,681 | 1.40 |
| The Art House | NR | Private | 0 | 1.78 | |
| Sonora High School | 8 | Public | 9-12 | 1,730 | 1.88 |
| Parkview School | 7 | Public | K-12 | 184 | 2.09 |
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Here are the neighbors for 159 Laurel Avenue, Brea.
| Address | Square feet | Purchase date | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 335 E Birch St, Brea | 639 | 11/07/2025 | |
| 109 S Redwood Ave, Brea | 03/10/2003 | ||
| 121 S Redwood Ave, Brea | 2,020 | 07/19/2024 | |
| 143 Laurel Ave, Brea | 1,733 | 04/27/2016 | $630,000 |
| 327 E Birch St, Brea | 1,168 | 07/13/2023 | $545,000 |
| 478 E Ash St, Brea | 1,872 | 06/01/2021 | $835,500 |
| 107 S Redwood Ave, Brea | 1,932 | 07/01/2016 | $725,000 |
| 113 S Redwood Ave, Brea | |||
| 127 Laurel Ave, Brea | 1,872 | 05/10/2007 | |
| 102 S Redwood Ave, Brea | 1,056 | 01/09/2017 | |
| 114 S Redwood Ave, Brea | 1,511 | 09/29/2025 | |
| 119 S Redwood Ave, Brea | 2,093 | 08/18/2005 | $699,000 |
| 127 S Redwood Ave, Brea | 1,118 | 08/01/2000 | |
| 151 Laurel Ave, Brea | 1,547 | 08/12/2013 | $490,000 |
| 458 E Ash St, Brea | 1,872 | 01/17/2013 | |
| 110 S Redwood Ave, Brea | 1,196 | 05/11/2021 | $708,000 |
| 106 S Redwood Ave, Brea | 2,376 | 08/06/2013 | $565,000 |
| 312 S Redwood Ave, Brea | 1,619 | 03/09/1994 | $190,000 |
| 331 E Birch St, Brea | 833 | 06/28/2023 | $605,000 |
| 468 E Ash St, Brea | 1,872 | 12/08/2005 | $500,000 |