Brea real estate, street by street.
A north Orange County city with a walkable downtown, older neighborhoods and newer hillside communities. I help buyers, sellers and families with inherited homes in Brea and across Orange County.
Living in Brea, at a glance.
Places people know in and around Brea: Downtown Brea, Brea Mall, Carbon Canyon Regional Park.
The typical home in Brea was built around 1978. With homes that age, the big questions are whether the roof, windows, HVAC, electrical and plumbing have been updated, and what permits were pulled for past remodels.
About 60% of occupied homes here are owner-occupied and 40% are rented, per the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
92821, 92823
the 57 and Imperial Highway
60% (U.S. Census ACS 2020–2024)
1978 (median, U.S. Census ACS)
17,373 (U.S. Census ACS)
The numbers, updated monthly.
$1.12M
+2.2% vs. last year · Zillow Home Value Index
50
Active listings · Realtor.com
$2,916/mo
Zillow Observed Rent Index
See the full Brea housing market report (prices by ZIP code, days on market, price cuts and the year-over-year trend).
Typical values and listing counts are not appraisals. For what your home would sell for, get a free home value report.
What to know before you move.
In Brea, as in much of Orange County, HOAs and Mello-Roos special taxes show up in a lot of deals, especially in planned communities. Both change your real monthly payment, so I check them before we talk price.
Condo and townhome buyers also need the HOA's budget, reserves and insurance reviewed, along with the state-required balcony and elevated-element inspections (SB 326).
Want homes in Brea as they hit the market? Save your search and I'll send matches and a short monthly market update.
One agent, every kind of deal.
Buyers
Your real monthly cost with HOA dues, Mello-Roos, insurance and utilities included, plus the inspections this kind of home needs.
Sellers
Pricing from recent sales near you in Brea, prep that pays off, and marketing aimed at buyers already looking here.
Condo and townhome buyers
HOA budgets, reserves and special assessments reviewed, plus FHA and VA eligibility for the complex.
Your Brea realtor, for either side.
Looking for a real estate agent in Brea? I'm Memo Dinh, a REALTOR® with Epique Realty (CA DRE #02066757), and I help buyers and sellers in Brea and across Orange County. Call or text 562-253-9034 or book a 15-minute call.
Buying
Homes for sale in Brea
Houses, condos and townhomes in Brea as they hit the MLS. Save your Brea search and get new listings and price drops by email.
First-time home buyer in Brea?
Start with your real monthly payment, then the loan and any down payment help you qualify for. First-time buyer guide.
Buyer's agent in Brea
Since August 2024, California buyers sign a written agreement with their agent before touring. I walk you through what it covers and how my pay is set, before you sign.
New construction near Brea
Builders' sales reps work for the builder. Bring your own agent on the first visit. New construction guide.
Investment and rental property
Rent, cash flow and cap rate on Brea properties, plus local rent rules. Investor services and the investment calculator.
Selling
What's my Brea home worth?
A free home value report built from the closest recent sales, not an online estimate. Get your home value, or see the Brea housing market report.
Sell my house in Brea
Pricing from recent sales near you, prep that pays off, and marketing to buyers already searching Brea. How I sell homes.
Sell fast or take a cash offer?
Have a cash offer, or thinking about one? I'll put it next to an on-market estimate so you can see the real difference in your net before you choose.
Cost to sell a house in Brea
Commission is negotiable. Plan for escrow, title, Orange County's $1.10 per $1,000 documentary transfer tax, plus a city transfer tax where the city charges one, and any repairs or credits. Estimate your net.
Inherited a home or selling a trust?
Probate, trust and estate sales, including out-of-state heirs. Trust and probate sales.
Downsizing or moving away
Line up the sale and your next home so you aren't carrying two. Moving out of California? I'll connect you with a vetted agent there.
Coming up in Brea.
Free and local things to do, checked against official city and organizer pages. Add any of them to your calendar in one tap.
Nothing in Brea on my verified list yet. New events are added every week; meanwhile, see the official city calendar and what's on nearby.
More in Brea: the City of Brea's official events calendar →
Dates and details come from official city and organizer pages and can change, so please confirm before you go. Photos are representative Unsplash images of this type of event, not photos of these events.
★★★★★“Very courteous, listened to my concerns, very efficient. When I was ready to purchase the property we found on the market, Memo brought results faster than I expected. Every problem that popped up was addressed quickly.”Buyer
Straight answers.
What is a typical home worth in Brea?
About $1.12M as of September 2026, per the Zillow Home Value Index, up 2.2% from a year earlier. That's a typical value, not your home's price. Ask me for the recent sales closest to your street.
How many homes are for sale in Brea?
50 active listings in the latest Realtor.com monthly data. My Brea housing market report has the trend, prices by ZIP code and days on market.
Do homes in Brea have HOA dues or Mello-Roos?
Some do and many don't. Mello-Roos shows up on the property tax bill and in the seller's disclosures, and HOA dues are in the HOA documents. I check both before you write an offer.
Do you work in Brea?
Yes. I'm based in Gardena and work across Orange County, including Brea, Placentia, Rowland Heights and Yorba Linda. Call or text 562-253-9034, or book a 15-minute call.
What's going on around Brea?
See the events section on this page. It lists upcoming community events I've checked against official pages, plus a link to the official calendar when the city has one. The full list is on my local events calendar.
How do I choose a real estate agent in Brea?
Look for someone who works Brea regularly, explains the numbers in writing, answers quickly and has verified reviews. Check their license on the California DRE website. I'm Memo Dinh (CA DRE #02066757), a REALTOR® with Epique Realty and a 5.0-star rating from clients. Call or text 562-253-9034 to talk it through.
How do I sell my house in Brea?
Get a pricing analysis from the closest recent sales, fix only what buyers will pay for, list with strong photos and a clear plan, then compare every offer by your net, not just the price. I give you a net sheet before you list.
How much does it cost to sell a house in Brea?
Commissions are negotiable. Other costs usually include escrow, title insurance, Orange County's $1.10 per $1,000 documentary transfer tax, plus a city transfer tax where the city charges one, and any repair credits or prep. Use the seller net sheet on this site for an estimate, then I'll send you an exact version.
Should I take a cash offer for my Brea home?
Sometimes. A cash offer saves time and repairs but usually comes in lower. If you have one, I'll put it next to an on-market estimate so you can compare your real net.
Is there down payment help for first-time buyers in Brea?
Often, yes. CalHFA programs are statewide, and some counties and cities run their own down payment programs that open in rounds. Rules and funding change, so confirm current availability with a CalHFA-approved lender. Not financial advice.
I inherited a house in Brea. What should I do first?
Find out whether it's in a trust or needs probate through the Orange County Superior Court, keep it insured and secured, and ask your CPA about the stepped-up tax basis and Prop 19 before deciding to keep, rent or sell. I help heirs sell, including from out of state. Not legal or tax advice.
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Tell me what you're trying to do and when. I'll tell you what it takes, what it costs, and the smartest first step. No pressure, no script.