Introduction
About Placentia, California

Placentia, California is a bedroom community located in Orange County. This city has a small town feel and a strong community spirit with numerous parks for residents and visitors to enjoy. Sandwiched between Fullerton and Yorba Linda, Placentia is an upscale, middle-class, family town. Placentia features two golf courses (one a large private country club), 13 parks and playgrounds, fishing at one park, two community centers, a recreation facility, a senior center, and two public pools. The homes in Placentia, California vary between older homes from the 20s and 30s, to recently built and modern communities. Single family homes are the dominant style of residences in Placentia.


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  Community Information

Population

Total Population 49,752
Population Density 7,546 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 24,965
Male Population 24,787
Median Age 34.67 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 50%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College FULLERTON COLLEGE
Distance to FULLERTON COLLEGE 4 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College HOPE INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Distance to HOPE INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY 2 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 15,773
Family Households 12,070
Average Family Size 3.7
Average Household Income $84,677
Median Household Income $76,906
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 50%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 0.40
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.65
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.68
Murder Risk (County) 0.67
Rape Risk (County) 0.58
Robbery Risk 0.71
Assault Risk (County) 0.61
Property Risk (County) 0.74
Burglary Risk (County) 0.71
Larceny Risk (County) 0.72
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 1.17

Environment

Average July High Temperature 84° F
Average January Low Temperature 45.2° F
Annual Precipitation 11.23 inches
Air Pollution Index 104% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 7.75%
Nearest Airport JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT-ORANGE COUNTY
Distance to JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT-ORANGE COUNTY 14 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team MIGHTY DUCKS OF ANAHEIM
Distance to MIGHTY DUCKS OF ANAHEIM 5 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
GEORGE KEY SCHOOLSPECIAL EDUCATION710 E GOLDEN AVE, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
KRAEMER MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 8645 N ANGELINA DR, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
COL J K TUFFREE MIDDLE SCHOOL7 - 92151 N KRAEMER BLVD, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
EL CAMINO REAL HIGH SCHOOL9 - 121351 E ORANGETHORPE AVE, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
EL DORADO HIGH SCHOOL9 - 121651 N VALENCIA AVE, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
VALENCIA HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12500 N BRADFORD AVE, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5974 S MELROSE ST, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
MORSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 6431 E MORSE AVE, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
BROOKHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 61851 N BROOKHAVEN AVE, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
CHARLES WAGNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 6717 E YORBA LINDA BLVD, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
GOLDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 6740 E GOLDEN AVE, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
JOHN TYNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 6735 STANFORD DR, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
SIERRA VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 61811 N PLACENTIA AVE, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
VAN BUREN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 61245 N VAN BUREN ST, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
RUBY DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 6601 RUBY DR, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
PARKVIEW SCHOOLK - 82189 N KRAEMER BLVD, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
ST JOSEPH SCHOOLK - 8801 N BRADFORD AVE, PLACENTIA, CA 92870
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSBANCO POPULAR870 N ROSE DR PLACENTIA, CA 92870
BANKSBANK OF AMERICA160 E YORBA LINDA BLVD PLACENTIA, CA 92870
BANKSCAL NATIONAL BANK201 E YORBA LINDA BLVD PLACENTIA, CA 92870
BANKSCITIBANK1300 N KRAEMER BLVD PLACENTIA, CA 92870
BANKSDOWNEY SAVINGS710 N ROSE DR PLACENTIA, CA 92870
BANKSFULLERTON COMMUNITY BANK1204 E YORBA LINDA BLVD PLACENTIA, CA 92870
BANKSUNION BANK OF CALIFORNIA850 N ROSE DR # E PLACENTIA, CA 92870
BANKSWELLS FARGO BANK111 E YORBA LINDA BLVD PLACENTIA, CA 92870
BANKSWELLS FARGO BANK1111 E IMPERIAL HWY PLACENTIA, CA 92870
BANKSWELLS FARGO BANK1396 N ROSE DR PLACENTIA, CA 92870
GOLFEL PRADO GOLF COURSES6555 PINE AVE PLACENTIA, CA 92870
HOSPITALSHOSPITAL CHAPLAINS MINISTRY377 E CHAPMAN AVE # 260 PLACENTIA, CA 92870
HOSPITALSPLACENTIA LINDA HOSPITAL1301 N ROSE DR PLACENTIA, CA 92870
ART AND MUSEUMSBRADFORD HOUSE136 E PALM CIR PLACENTIA, CA 92870



  Recent Home Sale Data ( click to expand )
 

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 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
92870352$534,096$527,279
Displaying 1-10 of 16 in $200-500k range
Welcome Home! This single level charmer has 3 large bedrooms and 1 very large office/den. The kitchen has been recently renovated with new appliances, countertops and cabinetry. The kitchen flows nicely into a very large family room, with a fireplace for those fall and winter nights ahead. The master suite is very large, with a lot of closet space. The secondary bedrooms are very spacious with nice closets. Indoor laundry. Very large lot, with room for a pool. Possible RV parking. This home has been very well taken care of. Award winning Placentia School District.   Equity Seller!!
 519 Carnation Drive
 Placentia, CA 92870
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$499,950

Attractive Corner Lot Home. Tile Roof. Living room with large bay windown. Kitchen with garden windown and center island. Huge 5 Bedrooms. Family Room with open beamed ceiling. Two fireplaces. Upstairs Master Suite with walking-in closet. Large 7,500 square foot lot . Note: Assesor 1737 sqft. Buyers and Buyer's Agent to verify permits with the City for additional sqft.
 1901 Gilman
 Placentia, CA 92870
 5 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms
$498,900

Unobstructed PANORAMIC VIEW.  3rd Bedroom is converted to a den with closet still in place.  Over size garage with plenty of storage.  Overhead storage area.
 1512 Coons Ln
 Placentia, CA 92870
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$465,000

Rarely on the market, a two story, double master bedroom townhome in the very desireable Woodfield development.  Wonderful association pool and spa, plus clubhouse and tennis courts are yours to enjoy.  This townhome faces a lovely greenbelt with grass and trees.  Your two car garage enters the private patio area that is between the home and garage.  Woodfield Townhomes are directly across from Tri-Cities Park and are located in the Yorba-Placentia school district, with Golden Elementary, Tuffree Jr. High and El Dorado High School.  As you accend the stairs to the master suites, each with their own bath and walk in closets, the staircase window allows the sun to stream in.  The home is light, bright and ready to move into.  Cozy fireplace in the living room.  Make an appointment to see this home today!
 2485 Arrow Circle
 Placentia, CA 92870
 2 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms
$435,000

This 3 bedrooms 1 bath homes is located on a quite street backed by a park. Giant backyard can accomodate any buyer plan for a possible pool or a great family or gardening activity. Added large bonus room and enclosed room shed( buyer to verify any permit if any. With paint and brush it may be your perfect starter home!! There is an extra room between bonus room and garage that was used as 4 th bedroom( buyer to veify permits if any)
 202 Wilson Avenue
 Placentia, CA 92870
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms
$429,900

BANK OWNED PROPERTY THAT IS PERFECT FOR A FAMILY OR INDIVIDUAL THAT IS LOOKING FOR MORE ROOM- SOME UPGRADES, CLOSE TO SHOPPING AND SCHOOLS- PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD IN ITS PRESENT CONDITION WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GURANTEES- SUGGEST THAT BUYER OBTAIN A PHYSICAL INSPECTION BY A LICENSED CONTRACTOR TO RELY UPON SAME AS TO CONDITION, STRUCTURE AND MEASUREMENTS-
 405 West Center Street
 Placentia, CA 92870
 5 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$424,900

Beautiful and charming townhome in lovely residential area. It offers 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The master is very spacious with its own full bath. The home has 2 fireplaces, one in the living room and one in the master bedroom. The 2 car garage offers extra space for storage. The patio is large enough to host family events. The home is close to freeways and shopping.
 2049 Baymeadows Drive
 Placentia, CA 92870
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms
$409,900

ASSOC. POOL,SPA, CLUB HOUSE. GREAT LOCATION IN C0MPLEX,LOTS OF GUEST PARKING.OPEN FLOOR PLAN,WOOD AND GAS BURNING FIREPLACE.NEWER TRANE FURNACE AND AIR CONDITIONER.LOTS OF TREES. PRIVATE PATIO OFF DINING ROOM.STOVE, MICRO WAVE.HANDICAP BARS IN BATHS.WOOD TYPE FLOORS AND CARPET.
 1666 SHERWOOD VILLAGE Circle
 Placentia, CA 92870
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms
$389,900

Fantastic One Story Home. Features 3 Bedrooms and 2 Baths. Fireplace in Formal Living Room. Nice Kitchen and Family Room. Tile flooring in the entry, living room, kitchen, family room, laundry room, baths & hall. Beautiful backyard with lots of fruit trees and nice view of Los Ninos Park. Garage is Converted to 2 bedrooms and storage without Permit.
 1735 Vincente Avenue
 Placentia, CA 92870
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$350,000

Two houses on one Lot. Live in the Front and Rent Out the Back. Two Bedroom one Bath up Front. The Square Foot on Front Home is 707. One Bedroom One Bath in Back.  The back Home was built 18 Months Ago. The home is also Handicaped equipped, Front and Back. Very near Valencia Hi on a Nice and Quiet Street. Rear Yard has Fruit Trees and Grapes. Please do not disturb occupants.
 123 Orange Grove Avenue
 Placentia, CA 92870
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$325,000
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