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Property Description
Experience the quintessential Old Towne Orange lifestyle with this fully leased two-on-a-lot income property, just one mile from Chapman University! The main residence (4BR/2BA, 1,522 sq.ft.) showcases authentic mid-century character with vaulted beamed ceilings, hardwood and tile flooring, dual-pane windows, and an open floor plan anchored by a cozy fireplace. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated, and the kitchen offers oak cabinetry, granite countertops, a built-in wine rack, gas range and dishwasher. Every bedroom features generous closet space. The second residence (1BR/1BA, 405 sq.ft.), a permitted garage conversion completed in 2026, is brand new construction throughout and remains under contractor warranty, leased at $2,200 per month. The roof was fully replaced in 2025 under permit. Both units are leased through August 2027 with tenants covering utilities, producing $6,950 per month in place. Outside you'll find a covered patio, mature front landscaping, a front walkway, and a long driveway with off-street parking. The large, level rear yard is a blank canvas: add turf, landscaping and a dividing fence to give each unit its own private outdoor space. The main house is currently leased to students but drew strong interest from non-student renters as well, giving a new owner options at lease-end: renew, refresh the main house and reposition it for families or professionals, or owner-occupy while the ADU helps carry the mortgage. The seller is flexible and owns other properties in the area. If you need a unit delivered vacant, reach out and let's discuss. Just a short stroll to Chapman, the Orange Circle, and the dining, coffee and boutique shopping of Old Towne, plus Metrolink, St. Joseph Hospital, UCI Health and quick 55/22 freeway access. At $1,475,000, in-place rents equate to approximately a 17.69X GRM and a 4.41% CAP Rate. Notably, the main residence was leased at $6,100 per month as recently as July 2026. At that level the property collects $8,300 monthly, or approximately a 14.81X GRM and an estimated 5.51% CAP Rate.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 526 N Emerald Dr
General
- Price: $1,395,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: CLAW
- MLS ID: 26897423
- Updated: 9/30/2026
- Added to Site: 48 day(s) ago
Interior
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Outside
Additional Information
- Pool Description: None
- Spa Description: None
- Other Features: None
Parking
- Garage Description: Driveway
Location
- Area: Old Towne Orange
- County: Orange
- Driving Directions: 55 Fwy, exit Chapman Ave west. Right on N Main St, left on W Walnut Ave, right on N Emerald Dr.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Air Conditioning, Central, Ceiling Fan
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: In Connected and Paid
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- # Buildings: 1
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
- Common Walls: Attached
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 1,927
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1956
- Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced
Unit Information
- Units in Complex: 2
- Unit Type: 2106, 2107
Unit 1
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Bedrooms: 4
Unit 2
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 1
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: None
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1456
- Lot Size: 6344
- Lot Size Source: Vendor Enhanced
- Lot Dimensions: 61 x 104
- Lot Features: None
- Lot Description: Front Yard, Back Yard
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $723.92
- Assessment Year: 1956
- Owner Pays: Gardener
- Tenant Pays: Gas, Electricity, Water
Disclosures and Reports
- Disclosures/Reports: None
- APN: 039-292-11
Listed by Real Broker, Tucker Steil
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Schools
Schools serving 526 N Emerald Dr
School District:Orange Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sycamore Elementary School, Orange, CA 340 North Main Street, Orange, CA 92868 | K-6 | 0.3 mi |
Portola Middle School 270 North Palm Drive, Orange, CA 92868 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Orange High School 525 North Shaffer Street, Orange, CA 92867 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 526 N Emerald Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/30/2026
Price Reduced
$1,395,000
-5.42%
MLS
8/28/2026
Listed
$1,475,000
39.02%
MLS
11/13/2025
Sold
$1,061,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 526 N Emerald Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,313
—
$1,061,000
90%
2025
$6,313
2%
$557,762
2%
2024
$6,174
2%
$546,826
2%
2023
$6,037
2%
$536,104
2%
2022
$5,920
3%
$525,593
2%
2021
$5,756
1%
$515,288
1%
2020
$5,703
1%
$510,005
2%
2019
$5,632
2%
$500,005
2%
2018
$5,546
4%
$490,201
2%
2017
$5,317
2%
$480,590
2%
2016
$5,215
1%
$471,167
2%
2015
$5,139
11%
$464,090
12%
2014
$4,617
19%
$415,030
21%
2013
$3,881
—
$343,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Estimate the Cost for 526 N Emerald Dr
526 N Emerald Dr, Orange, CA 92868 (MLS# 26897423) is a Multi-Family property with units containing 5 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 526 N Emerald Dr is currently listed for $1,395,000 and was received on August 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 526 N Emerald Dr? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Orange? You can browse all Orange real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

