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12161 Nelson Street,
Garden Grove, CA 92840

$939,000

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!

Basic Information

MLS #:
PW26159218

Price:
$939,000

Price
(per sq ft):
$839.00

Address:
12161 Nelson Street ,
Garden Grove, CA 92840

MLS Area:
63 - Garden Grove S of Chapman, W of Euclid

Subdivision:
Other (OTHR)

Property
Type:
Single Family Residence

Days on Market:
2

Status:
Active

Bedrooms:
3

Bathrooms:
2

Full Baths:
1

Size (sq ft):
1,119 sq ft

Lot Size:
7,200 sq ft

Listing Agent:
First Team Real Estate , Daniel Gray , 02011152

Year Built:
1953

Sale Type:
Trust,Standard

Rooms in Home

Rooms:
All Bedrooms Down, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom

Eating Area:
Breakfast Nook

Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup

Entry Location:
Front

Interior Features

Fireplace:
None

Cooling:
Electric, Central Air

Heating:
Natural Gas, Forced Air

Floor:
Laminate

Appliances:
Refrigerator, Free-Standing Range, Gas Range

Interior Features:
Laminate Counters, Ceiling Fan(s)

Security:
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire and Smoke Detection System

Accessibility:
None

Garage and Parking

Garage:
Attached

Garage:
2 Spaces

Carport:
0 Spaces

Parking:
Garage, Concrete, Garage - Single Door, Driveway Level, Driveway

Home Owners Association

HOA Dues 1:
$0.00 /

HOA Dues 2:
$

HOA Amenities: 

Utilities

Water:
Public

Utilities:
Natural Gas Connected,Phone Available,Sewer Connected,Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Water Connected

School Information

District:
Garden Grove Unified

Elementary:
EVANS

Middle:
RALSTO

High:
GARGRO

Exterior Features

Pool:
None

Spa:
None

Patio:
Covered, Front Porch, Concrete, Patio Open

View:
Neighborhood

Construction:
Frame, Stucco

Foundation:
Pillar/Post/Pier

Roof:
Composition

Windows:
Double Pane Windows, Screens

Common Walls:
No Common Walls

Levels:
One

Lot Features:
6-10 Units/Acre

Additional Information

County:
Orange

Senior Community:
No

Community Features:
Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks

Other Structures:

Structure Condition:

Direction Faces:

Last
Updated:
7/25/2026 5:47 PM

12161 Nelson Street,
Garden Grove, CA 92840