A Rare Two-Home Opportunity in the Heart of Orange
Just moments from the historic charm of Old Towne Orange, 1209 E. Walnut offers something increasingly hard to find: a beautifully remodeled single-story main residence paired with a brand-new, fully independent detached ADU all set on a sprawling 13,750 sq ft lot centered around a sparkling, freshly refurbished pool. Whether you're dreaming of multigenerational living, hosting extended family and guests, or generating rental income, this property delivers flexibility without sacrificing style.
Curb Appeal That Stops You in Your Tracks
The home welcomes you with a circular paver driveway, mature shade trees, and an expansive front yard that offers both privacy and presence. Classic white board-and-batten siding, brick accents, and an inviting covered front porch give the home timeless ranch character, while an oversized 2-car attached garage complete with in-garage laundry adds everyday convenience.
A Main Residence Made for Modern Living
Inside, the newly remodeled 1,510 sq ft main house offers 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms across bright, light-filled living spaces built on a raised foundation with further expansion potential. The living room centers around a striking brick fireplace and offers the flexibility to convert into a fourth en-suite bedroom ideal for multigenerational living, visiting guests, or a private home office.
The kitchen is equally impressive, featuring white cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. It opens to a spacious dining area where new sliding doors lead directly out to the backyard oasis and pool beyond. Throughout the home, the majority of windows and doors have been replaced, while the original front-facing windows were thoughtfully retained to preserve the home's classic aesthetic appeal.
An Entertainer's Backyard
Step outside to a true entertainer's retreat. The centerpiece is a fully refurbished swimming pool complete with new plaster, new plumbing, and new pumps bordered by recently updated hardscape and a covered patio. The large, flat lot is beautifully landscaped, including a fruiting pomegranate tree, and a wide side yard provides rare RV and additional off-street parking, adding valuable functionality that's hard to come by in this part of Orange.
A Standalone ADU with Complete Independence
Set apart from the main house, the newly constructed 657 sq ft detached ADU was built to meet all current building codes and offers true independence including its own separate electric, gas, and water meters, as well as fire sprinklers throughout.
Inside, the ADU is a light and airy retreat with vaulted, wood-beamed ceilings and a stylish kitchen featuring quartz countertops and stainless appliances. It offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, already plumbed and ready for potential expansion into a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom layout. Custom cabinets and Milgard windows and doors carry the same quality finishes found throughout the property.
A pair of doors off the front room opens directly onto a covered patio at the edge of the pool, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. The ADU also enjoys its own private back patio separate from the shared front-house yard complete with string lights, its own in-garage laundry hookups, and an attached garage.
Shared Outdoor Living
Anchoring both residences is that beautifully refurbished pool, bordered by the ADU's covered patio and overlooked by the main house's backyard a shared outdoor space designed to bring both households together while maintaining their own private areas.
Location, Location, Location
Beyond the walls of this exceptional property lies one of Orange's most desirable settings. Just minutes from the historic charm of Old Towne Orange, residents enjoy easy access to Chapman University, beloved local restaurants and shops, neighborhood parks, and top schools all with the everyday convenience of nearby freeway access. It's the kind of location that turns a great home into a great life: walkable charm, strong community roots, and everything you need close at hand.
Listing Courtesy of:
Christine Greubel | Seven Gables Real Estate
Phone number: (714) 608-1777
DRE #01134946
