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$1,321,000$707 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $720,000 on Jan 17, 2007

968 MATTHEWS LN

BREA, CA 92821
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,869 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,555 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$720,000 · Jan 17, 2007
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$1,001,000
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$800,800
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.24%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$320,000
FIRST MAGNUS FINANCIAL CORP · recorded Jan 17, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,330 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$895,209 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$559,949
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$335,260
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$877,656

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Mariposa Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.6 mi
M
Brea Junior High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Brea Olinda High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Brea-Olinda Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92821These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.411

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.45,719
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,381 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,358
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$139,523
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.17 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.74%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

968 Matthews Ln measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 86% of homes in Brea 92821
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Brea 92821
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Orange County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Orange County

What homes are worth in Brea 92821

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$547K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Brea 92821.

How it measures up in Brea 92821

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Brea 92821.

Estimated value$1,321,000
CheaperTypical $1,031,540Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$707
CheaperTypical $538Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area1,869 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,886 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size2,555 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 968 Matthews Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrea 92821Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,321,00086% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$70794% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,869 ft²50% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,555 ft²9% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than200487% of homes89% of homes

About 968 Matthews Ln

How much is 968 Matthews Ln, Brea, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 968 Matthews Ln, Brea, CA is $1,321,000 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $1,228,530 to $1,413,470. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 968 Matthews Ln, Brea, CA last sell?

968 Matthews Ln, Brea, CA last sold on Jan 17, 2007 for $720,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 968 Matthews Ln, Brea, CA?

968 Matthews Ln, Brea, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,869 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 968 Matthews Ln, Brea, CA built?

968 Matthews Ln, Brea, CA was built in 2004, making it 22 years old.

What schools serve 968 Matthews Ln, Brea, CA?

968 Matthews Ln, Brea, CA is assigned to Mariposa Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Brea Junior High School (middle), rated A; Brea Olinda High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Brea-Olinda Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 968 Matthews Ln, Brea, CA compare to other homes in Brea 92821?

Among the 10,784 homes in Brea 92821, it is worth more than 86% of them ($1,321,000 against a typical $1,031,540), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($707 against a typical $538), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,869 ft² against a typical 1,886 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (2,555 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (2004 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 67% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 968 Matthews Ln, Brea, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 968 Matthews Ln, Brea, CA was $10,330. The county assessed it at $895,209.

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