$10,000 Closing Credit¹
#IG25064997, Kelly Perla, Listing Office: Oscar Tortola Group Real Estate Services
$2,100,000 List price
221 Central Ave Seal Beach, CA 90740
$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,451 sqft
0.09 acres
$1,447 / sqft
House
Property details
About 221 Central Ave
Sun, Sand, and Small-Town Charm!......... Welcome to this delightful single-story beach cottage, ideally located in the highly sought-after coastal community of Seal Beach, Orange County. This home offers 3 bedrooms, 1 3/4 bathrooms, a 2-car garage, and a spacious family room ( or 4th bedroom) featuring a brick fireplace. The open-concept design creates a bright and airy atmosphere throughout. Step into the inviting living room as you relax and enjoy a view of the palm tree-lined street that leads straight down to the beach. Imagine the possibilities—if this home had a second story, would you have an ocean view? Adjacent to the living room, the large kitchen offers a center island with breakfast bar, ample cabinet and counter space, built in oven, pendant lighting and a separate dining area with French doors that open out to the front patio. The perfect spot for al fresco dining while enjoying the fresh ocean breeze and cool summer evenings. Other features include a primary bedroom with ensuite bathroom, separate laundry room inside the home, fresh paint throughout, extra storage space, recessed lighting, and an outdoor shower for rinsing off after a day at the beach. Extra outdoor spaces: back yard area, front patio, front grass yard area and charming fenced front yard. The expansive lot offers plenty of room for outdoor relaxation and entertaining. Situated just north of the Pier in Old Town, this home is in a prime location close to local shops, cafes, top-rated schools, Parks, Pickleball courts, tennis courts and scenic ocean views just minutes away. Experience the coastal beauty and small-town charm that make this home truly unique.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
Size1,451 sqft
Lot size0.0884 Acres
Year built1946
ParkingGarage
MLS #PW25037219
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceFamily Room
ViewNeighborhood
Summary
- MLS Number: PW25037219
- MLS Name: CRMLS
- Office Name: Compass
- Office Phone: (562) 972-7765
- Listing Agent: Kim Kelly
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 18, 1988 | Home Sold | $350,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $643,921 | $7,707 |
| 2023 | $631,296 | $7,530 |
| 2022 | $618,918 | $7,446 |
| 2021 | $606,783 | $7,278 |
| 2020 | $600,562 | $7,283 |
| 2019 | $588,787 | $6,542 |
| 2018 | $577,243 | $6,542 |
| 2017 | $565,925 | $6,408 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
McGaugh Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•1698 Bolsa Ave
9
Naples Bayside Academy
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•5537 E the Toledo
7
Lowell Bayside Academy
Public District KG-5
1.9 mi
•5201 E Broadway
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $102,574. Residents of Seal Beach, CA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
12%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
35%
100k-200k
16%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
45%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
41%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
6%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
50%
35-64 yrs old
23%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Live Theatre
Hiking/backpacking
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Banana Republic
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Starbucks
Jack In The Box
What do the neighbors drive?
Mercedes
Audi
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Alternative
Jazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 221 Central Ave
This home is located at 221 Central Ave in Seal Beach, CA and zip code 90740 in the Old Town neighborhood. This 1,451 square foot home, which was built in 1946, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,100,000.
Seal Beach, CA housing market in March 2025 saw over 9 listings sold above listed price, more than 10 sold at listed price and over 16 sold below. The number of listings in Seal Beach, CA decreased by 1.8% between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 27 days, the median list price was $400,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.