Description
637 E. Van Bibber is about a six-block walk to the Orange Circle. And it's a good one. You pass homes that have stood for generations-mature trees, front porches, streets that haven't changed much over time. It doesn't feel like typical Orange County; it feels older than that. This 1918 Craftsman sits right in the heart of it. When it was built, this area was still transitioning from its orchard days. Land in this neighborhood traces back to early Orange families, including Captain Andrew Harrington Bibber, a Civil War veteran whose name still echoes in the area today. There's also a long-standing story that this house may have started as a piano studio for Captain Bibber's daughter-back when this was quiet farmland, and sounds traveled farther. Today, it's part of the Old Towne Orange Historic District-a neighborhood that has preserved its original charm in a way that's becoming rare. Life here is simple. Walk to the circle for coffee, grab dinner at Gabby's, or enjoy breakfast at Snooze on weekends. Chapman University is just a few blocks away, bringing energy without disrupting the neighborhood's feel. The property might also qualify for the Mills Act, potentially providing property tax savings for owners who maintain its historic character. And with a lot this size, there's plenty of room to consider an ADU for extra flexibility or long-term value.
Details
| MLS # | PW26060732 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| Year | 1918 |
| Days On Site | 143 |
| Listing Provided By | Kase Real Estate | Ernie Aguilar |
Features
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,070 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Units | 1 |
| Acreage | 0.16 |
| Property View | Yes |
Interior
| Cooling | Central Air |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central, Forced Air |
| Heating Yes / No | Yes |
| Cooling Yes / No | Yes |
| Interior Features | Ceiling Fans, Eat In Kitchen, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level |
| Window Features | Screens |
| Appliances | Electric Range, Tankless Water Heater |
| Fireplace Yes / No | Yes |
Exterior
| Roof | Shingle |
|---|---|
| Security Features | Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors |
| Construction Materials | Redwood Siding, Wood Siding |
| Foundation Details | Raised |
| Lot Features | Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park, Rectangular Lot, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Yard |
| Fencing | Good Condition, Wood |
Parking
| Attached Garage Yes / No | No |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Garage, On Street |
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
Utilities
| Utilities | Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
|---|---|
| Electric | Volts220 |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
Location
| Community Features | Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park |
|---|
Area Information
| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | Orange |
| City | Orange |
| Zip Code | 92866 |
| Area | OTO Old Towne Orange |
| Listing VS Median (in 92866) | |
Price: $1,065,000 low | high Med: $760,000 sqft: 1,070 low | high Med: 1,035 $ / sqft: $995 low | high Med: $754 On site: 143 low | high Med: 57.5 | |
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| State | CA |
|---|---|
| County | Orange |
| City | Orange |
| Zip Code | 92866 |
| Area | OTO Old Towne Orange |
| Listing VS Median (in 92866) | |
Price: $1,065,000 low | high Med: $760,000 sqft: 1,070 low | high Med: 1,035 $ / sqft: $995 low | high Med: $754 On site: 143 low | high Med: 57.5 | |
