Placentia Real Estate Homes For Sale
A mid-sized community in northern Orange County, Placentia, California, is home to a population of around 50,000 residents, as of 2004 estimates. Median household income for residents here is just over $62,000, and the community is made up of an area of about seven square miles. It was incorporated in 1926.
The city derives from a rancho created in 1837 from a Spanish land grant, Rancho San Juan Cajón de Santa Ana. The town's name is derived from a Spanish word meaning, broadly, "pleasant place to live." The first commercial Valencia orange grove was planted here in the late 19th century, and some smaller orange groves still exist. Oil was discovered in 1919 by the Union Oil Co., helping to fuel much of the city's early expansion.
Three historical site are in Placentia: The A.S. Bradford House, built in 1902; the Ontiveros Adobe Site, built in 1841; and the George Key Ranch, the oldest standing house in the town, built in 1898. There are city 14 parks and a main library operated by the city, and the city lies just a few miles east of Cal State-Fullerton. Alta Vista Country Club provides guests and members a place to play, and high school students perform a number of productions through El Dorado Theatre
Annual events celebrated in Placentia include a Fourth of July fireworks festival, summer concerts held at Tri-City Park on Thursdays in July and August, and the Heritage Festival and Parade in October. The Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District operates the public school system, which is made up of three high schools, three middle schools and 10 elementary schools. The Placentia Linda Hospital provides medical attention for residents here, and other larger hospitals are nearby in Anaheim, Orange and Fullerton.
Placentia Homes & Condos For Sale
- All Listings
- Under $400,000
- $400,000 - $600,000
- Over $600,000
Newest Placentia Homes For sale
$479,900
2213 HAMER Drive, Placentia
Charming garden home in award winning school district. Upgrades galore and completely remodeled with Milgard dual paned windows. Kitchen features granite countertops, r...
- Beds 4
- Baths 2
$519,900
325 LAVENDER Lane, Placentia
Absolutely a MUST see! Location is excellent, move-in condition, and desirable floor plan. New landscaping in the front yard. The main floor bedroom is being used as an ...
- Beds 4
- Baths 3
$500,000
1217 WARREN Street, Placentia
This is a short sale. Property is currently being operated as a Residential Care Facility for Elderly. Please read agent remarks below.
- Beds 6
- Baths 4
$330,000
601 VALDEZ Circle, Placentia
Charming single story, two bedrooms, two bath home located in the desirable Placentia Village Groves. With new carpet, new appliances, freshly painted and new tile roof...
- Beds 2
- Baths 2
$275,000
2359 NATCHEZ Avenue, Placentia
Charming upgraded townhome. Remodeled kitchen, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, dramatic wood flooring. New replacement windows & door. Custom paint, crown m...
- Beds 2
- Baths 2
$594,900
2101 IPSEN Way, Placentia
Exclusive neighborhood! Traditional sale!! Incredible backyard with relaxing pool and fun Spa!!! This home has it ALL: Kitchen that opens to large family room with direct...
- Beds 4
- Baths 3
$539,000
532 SIX NATIONS Avenue, Placentia
This beautiful and spacious home located on a large corner lot in Meredith Crest - with it's sparkling pool, grassy lawns and rose bushes - is just right for family fun a...
- Beds 4
- Baths 3
$464,900
1047 CAMDEN Drive, Placentia
Elegant 3Bed, 2Ba 1 level home in sought after 'Broadmoor Gated Community' featuring cozy LR, Fireplace w/Cherry mantel, Formal Dining area, Upgraded counters & cabinets ...
- Beds 3
- Baths 2
$529,000
5092 HAMER Lane, Placentia
WOW - This is a Gorgeous, Turnkey, Single Level Pool Home. The Gourmet kitchen features Cherry Cabinets, Granite Counters and Stainless Steel Appliances. The Living Room ...
- Beds 4
- Baths 2
$529,000
612 MOUNT VERNON Way, Placentia
Prudential California Realty and Nic Petrossi proudly present 612 Mount Vernon Way in the Gated Community of Granada Park, Placentia. Placentia means 'A Pleasant Place t...
- Beds 4
- Baths 3
Last updated on September 03, 2010.
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