Charming Cottage-Style Home with Lush Award-Winning Gardens and Versatile Layout
Welcome to this warm and inviting cottage-style home nestled in a beautifully landscaped setting. With over 3,300 sq ft of living space (additional 240 sq ft sunroom with its own dedicated heating and cooling), this spacious 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence offers comfort, character, and flexibility for a variety of lifestyles.
Step through the beveled glass double-door entry into a home that blends classic charm with modern upgrades. The main level features a private in-law suite complete with double doors, an attached full bath with safety bars, and the ability to be sectioned off with the adjoining family and sun rooms—perfect for multi-generational living or guest accommodations.
Upstairs, you’ll find four more bedrooms, each with walk-in closets, including:
A primary suite with a spa-like bathroom and an expansive walk-in closet.
A secondary suite with its own attached bath.
Two additional bedrooms, one of which includes access to a large unfinished attic-style storage room.
A full hallway bath with a generous walk-in shower.
Enjoy time with loved ones in the large family room, featuring a fireplace, custom cabinetry, a bar with sink, and access to the sunroom—ideal for entertaining or relaxing year-round.
The heart of the home is the bright white country kitchen, enhanced by embossed metal backsplashes, and accompanied by a spacious wash room with pantry, sink, and extra storage. Additional features include:
Recently remodeled bathrooms with updated piping.
Dual-zone central heating and air, plus a whole-house fan.
Soft water system and reverse osmosis filtration in the kitchen.
Outside, you'll find an incredible low-maintenance garden oasis, featuring:
California native, drought-tolerant landscaping.
Brick-paved paths, raised planter beds, and fruit trees (lemon & apple).
Award-winning design (Roger’s Garden California Friendly Garden Award).
Three covered patio areas for relaxing or entertaining.
Drip irrigation system and just twice-monthly maintenance.
The home also includes a 2-car garage with a workbench and built-in shelving, plus driveway parking for three additional vehicles.
This is more than just a home—it’s a lifestyle. Come experience the thoughtful design, natural beauty, and unique charm for yourself.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Philip Kang DRE #01862860 714-724-1841,
Real Broker,
Jacob Choi DRE #01744435 949-228-9202,
Real Broker
$1,499,900
1010 Northwood Ave, Brea, CA 92821
5beds
3,353sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
8,112 Square Feet Lot
$1,473,800 Zestimate®
$447/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fruit treesCalifornia native drought-tolerant landscapingPrivate in-law suiteSpa-like bathroomSecondary suiteBrick-paved pathsEmbossed metal backsplashes
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 01, 2025 at 05:07pm
Listing Provided by:
Philip Kang DRE #01862860 714-724-1841,
Real Broker,
Jacob Choi DRE #01744435 949-228-9202,
Real Broker
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW25132892
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Sunroom, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Full Bath on Main Level, Jetted Tub, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Shower
Family room
- Features: Separate Family Room
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Water Softener
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Attic, Bedroom on Main Level, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Double Door Entry
- Windows: Blinds, Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,353 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Direct Access, Driveway, Garage, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Main
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 8,112 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 30414403
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: North Hills (Norh)
Location
- Region: Brea
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $447/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,305,600
- Annual tax amount: $14,700
- Date on market: 6/13/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
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