12161 Nelson Street Garden Grove, CA $ 939,000
12161 Nelson Street
$ 939,000
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12161 Nelson Street

Garden Grove, CA, 92840
$ 939,000
Bedrooms3 Baths1.1 Sq 1,119

Monthly Estimate*

$ 5,929

Listed by First Team Real Estate
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Single Family Home for sale in Garden Grove, CA

for $939,000 with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath, 1 half bath. This 1,119 square foot home was built in 1953 on a lot size of 0.1653.

Welcome home to this beautifully well-maintained single-story charmer in the heart of Garden Grove! Set on an expansive 7,200-square-foot lot, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence blends timeless character with room to grow. From the moment you arrive, the manicured front yard, mature landscaping, and warm curb appeal set the tone for what's inside. Step through the door to a bright, welcoming living space filled with natural light and comfortable, easy-living flow. The functional kitchen offers plenty of cabinetry and counter space, ready for everyday meals and weekend gatherings alike. Three well-sized bedrooms provide restful retreats, while the two bathrooms serve the home with convenience and ease. Original details throughout give this home genuine warmth and personality, offering a wonderful canvas to make it your own. The real showstopper is the outdoors. The generous backyard is a private oasis with plenty of open space for entertaining, gardening, play, or simply relaxing under the California sun. With a large lot and a deep rear yard, the possibilities are endless; imagine adding to the existing home or building a detached ADU in the back for extended family, guests, or potential rental income (buyer to verify with the city). This is the kind of space and flexibility that's increasingly rare and highly sought after. Ideally located in a well-established Garden Grove neighborhood, you're just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, schools, and major commuter routes, with the best of Orange County right at your fingertips. Homes with this combination of charm, lot size, and future potential don't come along often. Come see it, fall in love, and picture the possibilities; your next chapter starts here!

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Open House

7/26/2026 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
12161 Nelson Street Garden Grove, CA
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Single Family Active

Price

$ 939,000

Bedrooms

3

Full Bath

1

Half Bath

1

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 0

Style

Lot Size

0.1653

Year Built

1953

Town/City

Garden Grove

County/Region

Orange

MLS | Web ID

PW26159218

Days on Market

27

Features
General
Living Area 1119
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Forced Air Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air Electric
Utilities Cable Connected Electricity Connected Natural Gas Connected Phone Available Sewer Connected Water Connected
Possession Close Of Escrow
Roof Composition
Appliances Free-Standing Range Gas Range Refrigerator
HOA Fee 0
Garage Spaces 2
Patio/Porch Features Concrete Covered Front Porch Open Patio
Architectural Style Traditional
Pool Features None
Security Features Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) Fire Detection System Smoke Detector(s)
Construction Materials Frame Stucco
Year Built 1953
Electric Standard
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Stories Count 1
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Community Features Curbs Street Lights Sidewalks
Accessibility None
County Orange
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Attached Garage true
Subdivision Name Unknown
Garage Y/N true
Full Baths 1
Special Listing Conditions Standard Trust
Status Active
Directions Chapman Ave south on Nelson home on the right side.
High School Garden Grove
City Garden Grove
Entry Location Front
Senior Community Y/N false
High School District Garden Grove Unified
Open Parking Spaces 2
Number Of Units Total 1
MLS Area 63 - Garden Grove S of Chapman W of Euclid
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 7200
Listing Terms Cash Cash to New Loan Conventional Submit
Spa Features None
Elementary School Evans
Property Attached Y/N false
Land Lease Y/N false
Current Financing None
Middle/Junior High School Ralston
Additional Parcels Y/N false
Lease Considered Y/N false
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Structure Type House
Living Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Owner
Year Built Source Assessor
Tax Lot 4
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
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Interior
Interior Amenities Breakfast Area Ceiling Fan(s) Laminate Counters All Bedrooms Down Bedroom on Main Level
Flooring Laminate
Fireplace Features None
Total Stories 1
Common Walls No Common Walls
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Window Features Double Pane Windows Screens
Fireplace Y/N false
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features Washer Hookup Gas Dryer Hookup In Garage
Total Bedrooms 3
Entry Level 1
Main Level Bedrooms 3
Main Level Bathrooms 2
Total Baths 2
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Exterior
Fencing Block
Parking Features Concrete Driveway Level Door-Single Driveway Garage
Lot Features 6-10 Units/Acre
Water Source Public
Total Parking 4
Inclusions Stove/Range Refrigerator and Water Softener.
Lot Size Area 7200
Foundation Details Pillar/Post/Pier
Spa false
Lot Size Acres 0.1653
Private Pool false
Lot Size Source Assessor
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List By
First Team Real Estate

Broker

DanielGray@FirstTeam.com

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12161 Nelson Street, Garden Grove, CA, 92840 is a Single Family Home for sale at $939,000 with 1,119 sqft and a lot size of 0.1653. 12161 Nelson Street has 3 bedrooms, 1.1 baths, and was built in 1953. The property's zip code is 92840 which is in Garden Grove, CA