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540 W 3rd Street

Tustin, CA 92780

4 beds
3 baths
1,889 sqft
14,400 sqft lot
$740 per sqft
1901 build
– on site

Meticulously crafted in 1885, this is one of the finest Queen Ann style homes you will ever see. This home offers a harmonious blend of style and comfort throughout while not losing its original charm or integrity. Upon entry you will be greeted by the beautifully restored Douglas Fur wood flooring. There is an oversized living room with an abundance of natural light along with a separate dining room that features French doors that lead out to the wrap around porch, ideal for dinner parties. There is also a unique light fixture, original crown moldings and wood work throughout this home. The living Room and Dining room are open to each other offering the perfect space for entertaining and hosting large groups. If you enjoy cooking, this is the kitchen for you featuring custom cabinetry with glass inserts, oil rubbed bronze hardware, a flawless designed back splash of Arabesque tile, quartzite counters, an industrial La Cornue free standing range with double ovens. There is a laundry room/mud room complete with a half bath off the kitchen with a convenient rear entry door that leads to the back patio. There are two bedrooms on the main floor with one that features a fireplace with wood mantel and original tiled face, these bedrooms connect to a shared, fully updated bathroom with a free-standing tub originally from the Hewes Family that pre-dates the home. The main bedroom is on the upper level with a curved staircase, featuring custom paint, vaulted ceiling and en-suite bathroom with dual sinks, quartz counters, custom cabinetry and oversized free standing shower stall with bench seating. As you proceed upstairs the original pull down pocket door is a feature only found in a Home of this stature. The basement has been made into the most amazing bistro, man cave, bar/ wine cellar with original brick flooring, built-In cabinetry, custom ceilings with a relaxing vibe. The grounds are very manicured, with white picket fencing, and a large patio with plenty of grass to entertain or just relax. Additional features include French doors, crown moldings, custom lighting, newer HVAC, tankless water heater, fruit trees (Meyer lemon, avocado, grapefruit, Valencia & Navel orange). This home is in the heart of downtown Tustin, stroll to dinner, shopping, coffee, and entertainment. This home has the attention to the details you are looking for along with the History that you have always Dreamed of owning.

Listed By CRMLS_CA / COLLEEN HORGAN / COLDWELL BANKER REALTY / 951-529-4066

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Feb 2, 2025 •

MLS# IV25023591 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1901
Year Built Source:

Assessor
New Construction:

No
Total Number Of Units:

1
Architectural Style:

See Remarks, Victorian
Roof:

Composition
Structure Type:

House
Stories Total:

2
Entry Level:

1
Patio And Porch Features:

Porch, Front Porch, Rear Porch, See Remarks
Patio:

1
Common Walls:

No Common Walls

Interior

Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters
Levels:

Two
Entry Location:

1
Kitchen Features:

Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-closing drawers, Stone Counters
Eating Area:

Dining Room
Room Type:

Attic, Basement, Entry, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite, See Remarks, Walk-In Closet, Wine Cellar
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Fireplace:

Yes
Fireplace:

Primary Bedroom, See Remarks
Laundry:

Individual Room, Inside, See Remarks
Laundry:

1

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1889.00

Location

Directions:

Main st to Pacific to 3rd
Latitude:

33.74283300
Longitude:

-117.82945800

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Condition:

Updated/Remodeled
Lot Features:

Corner Lot, Level with Street, Lot 10000-19999 Sqft
Lot Size Area:

14400.0000
Lot Size Acres:

0.3306
Lot Size SqFt:

14400.00
Lot Size Source:

Assessor
View:

None
Additional Parcels:

No
Land Lease:

No
Lease Considered:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Census Tract:

755.05
Tax Tract:

793
Tax Lot:

7

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

4
Main Level Bedrooms:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Bathroom Features:

Shower, Shower in Tub, Double Sinks in Primary Bath, Dual shower heads (or Multiple), Hollywood Bathroom (Jack&Jill), Main Floor Full Bath, Remodeled, Soaking Tub, Upgraded
Full & Three Quarter Baths:

2
Main Level Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour
Virtual Tour
Special Listing Conditions:

Standard
Virtual Tour
Parcel Number:

40136404

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

1
Heating:

Central
Cooling:

Yes
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Included:

Yes

Schools

High School District:

Tustin Unified

The Community

Subdivision:

Other (OTHR)
Subdivision:

Old Town Tustin
Features:

Sidewalks, Street Lights
Association:

No
Pool:

None
Senior Community:

No
Private Pool:

No
Spa Features:

None
Assessments:

Yes
Assessments:

Unknown

Parking

Parking:

Yes
Parking:

Driveway, Garage, Workshop in Garage
Parking Spaces:

2.50
Attached Garage:

No
Garage Spaces:

2.50

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,398,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$7,485
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$384
Utilities	$161 See report
Total	$8,030/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
2/1/25 Feb 1, 2025	Listed / Active	CRMLS_CA	$1,398,000	80.4% (14.7% / YR)
8/15/19 Aug 15, 2019		CRMLS_CA	$775,000	3.3%
7/27/19 Jul 27, 2019		CRMLS_CA	$750,000

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This house located in Tustin, CA 92780 is currently for sale for $1,398,000. 540 W 3rd Street is a 1,889 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 8 days. This house is in the attendance area of Tustin High School, Columbus Tustin Middle School, and Helen Estock Elementary School.

Listing Courtesy of: CRMLS_CA and COLDWELL BANKER REALTY. Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of 09:50 on Feb 09.

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