148 N Waverly St Orange, CA 92866

Agent Remarks: Live a life less ordinary in this charming and unique, meticulously-restored historic home. Complete the remaining restoration of this special, nearly 100 year-old property, while benefitting from the existing, significant property tax cost-savings afforded by living in a Mills Act home. The owner will provide a $17,000 set of city-approved architectural, engineering and construction plans for a 500 sq. ft. attic build-out and kitchen upgrade to the main house; and a set of city-reviewed architectural design plans for turning the insulated and air-conditioned bonus room behind the garage into a 15-foot ceilinged, lofted ADU. Luxurious finishes and updates in the home already include pure New Zealand wool carpeting in the sumptuous owner’s suite, where five, rare pocket windows, when opened, fill the room with the intoxicating scent of the wisteria vines planted just outside. The existing kitchen is a serious cook’s dream, with ample counter space; a stunning white, brass and stainless steel 48” Professional Viking Double Oven/6-Burner gas range and hood; and a Miele dishwasher. An abundance of fully-stripped, original wood cabinetry is ready for refinishing. Enjoy meals in the adjoining dining room, where a $30,000 restoration of the showpiece built-in buffet, baseboards, trim, pocket doors and linen cupboard in the dining room, hallway and bathroom, has returned these features to their original splendor. Original oak hardwood floors flow throughout the light-filled home; which features original, multi-paned French windows and doors with architectural glass, and glass doorknobs. The updated bathroom features custom tiling, period-appropriate lighting, and Kohler sink, toilet and tub with a luxurious rain shower fixture. Other impressive features include upgraded closets; crown molding; indoor laundry area; comprehensive alarm system; central air; upgraded plumbing and electrical; water softener and reverse osmosis system; partial, walk-in basement; and a fully-bolted foundation. Outside of the home, enjoy the beautiful landscaping, with timed sprinklers and drip system irrigation. Relax on the front porch or dine al fresco on the rear patio, amidst the calming sound of the fountain and views of the lush garden, surrounded by mature, abundantly-producing avocado, tangerine, blood orange and Meyer lemon trees, and lovely, tiered garden beds in which to plant more fruits, vegetables and flowers. All within the unique, incredible neighborhood of Old Town.

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