Anaheim Real Estate & Homes for Sale

Anaheim is the most populous city in Orange County and one of its oldest, and it runs a long way from west to east: flat postwar streets near Buena Park, a historic downtown, the resort district around Disneyland, and canyon hillsides above the Santa Ana River. Anaheim real estate changes character every few miles, so choosing the part of the city comes before choosing the house. Aimee Ghafouri of 951 Properties is a Temecula-based real estate agent licensed to work anywhere in California. Call or text her at (951) 331-8453.

How Anaheim Is Laid Out

Anaheim is an incorporated city, founded in 1857 by German settlers as a wine-growing colony. Interstate 5 and State Routes 91 and 57 cross it. Think of it in five parts:

• West Anaheim: mostly single-story tract homes from the 1950s and 1960s on a flat street grid, with condos and apartments along the main boulevards.
• Central Anaheim and the Colony: the original townsite, with the city’s oldest houses and a rebuilt downtown around Center Street and the Anaheim Packing House.
• The Anaheim Resort: Disneyland, the Anaheim Convention Center and the hotels around Harbor Boulevard and Katella Avenue. Little of it is residential.
• The Platinum Triangle: the area around Angel Stadium and Honda Center, where former industrial land has been redeveloped with mid-rise condos and apartments.
• East Anaheim and Anaheim Hills: newer planned neighborhoods in the Santa Ana Canyon along the 91, still part of the City of Anaheim.

Anaheim Homes for Sale: The Main Property Types

Because the city was built over such a long period, houses for sale in Anaheim cover a wide spread of ages and styles:

• Craftsman bungalows, Spanish Colonial Revival houses and a few Victorians in the historic districts.
• Postwar ranch homes, many with original floor plans, detached garages and room to add on.
• Townhomes and condos from the 1970s onward, most with a homeowners association.
• Newer stacked condos and townhomes near the Platinum Triangle and on infill sites.
• Manufactured homes in land-lease parks, where you own the home and rent the space.

Historic Homes in the Anaheim Colony

The Anaheim Colony Historic District covers the original settlement, bounded by North, South, East and West streets. Buying here means buying an older house: raised foundations, older wiring and plumbing, original wood windows, and sometimes additions built without permits. Order a thorough general inspection and consider separate sewer line and foundation inspections. The city runs a historic preservation program, and qualifying owners may be able to apply for a Mills Act contract, which trades a commitment to maintain the house for a possible property tax adjustment. Ask City of Anaheim planning staff what applies to a given address before you plan a remodel.

Condos Near Angel Stadium and the Platinum Triangle

The Platinum Triangle holds the newest housing in the flat part of the city. Buildings here sit close to the stadium, Honda Center, the 5 and 57 freeways and the ARTIC station, which is served by Metrolink and Amtrak trains. Before you write an offer on a condo, read the HOA budget, reserve study, rules and meeting minutes, check whether special taxes or assessments appear on the tax bill, and ask your lender whether the building meets the requirements of your loan type.

What to Check Before You Buy in Anaheim

• Utilities: Anaheim runs its own electric and water utility, so service and rates come from the city.
• School district lines: several elementary, high school and unified districts serve different parts of the city. Confirm the district for an exact address with the district itself.
• Short-term rentals: Anaheim regulates short-term rentals closely and its rules have changed over the years. If rental income is part of your plan, confirm the current ordinance with the city before relying on it.
• Resort and stadium effects: evening fireworks, event traffic and street parking limits affect some blocks far more than others.

Selling a Home in Anaheim

Selling a home in Anaheim starts with knowing which properties yours competes with. A Colony bungalow is judged on original character and the condition of its systems. A west side ranch home is compared with similar tracts in neighboring cities. A Platinum Triangle condo is compared with other buildings and their monthly HOA costs. Aimee prepares a pricing review from recent comparable sales, advises on which repairs and presentation steps are worth doing, and markets the listing with professional photography and clear disclosure of permits and known issues.

An Anaheim Real Estate Agent Based in Temecula

Aimee Ghafouri is a Southern California native who grew up in Murrieta, holds a bachelor’s degree in business and brings more than 15 years of sales and marketing experience. Her office is in Temecula and her license covers the whole state. The 91 freeway links Anaheim with Corona and the Inland Empire, and moves in both directions along that corridor are common. She represents buyers, sellers and investors, and her approach rests on communication, dedication and serving others. Reach her through the contact page.

Nearby Cities to Compare

People searching Anaheim real estate often look at these neighboring areas too:

• Anaheim Hills, the city’s eastern hillside neighborhoods
• Fullerton, directly north
• Orange, to the southeast, with its own historic Old Towne
• Garden Grove, to the south
• Buena Park, to the west
• Placentia, to the northeast

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anaheim Hills a separate city from Anaheim?

No. Anaheim Hills is the eastern, hillside part of the City of Anaheim, in the Santa Ana Canyon along the 91 freeway. It shares city government and city utilities with the rest of Anaheim, although its housing is newer and much of it sits within homeowners associations.

What is the Anaheim Colony Historic District?

It is the original townsite of Anaheim, bounded by North, South, East and West streets, and it holds the city’s largest group of early houses, including Craftsman bungalows and Spanish Colonial Revival homes. Buyers should plan for older-home inspections and ask the city about preservation rules and the Mills Act.

Can I use a home in Anaheim as a short-term rental?

Do not assume so. Anaheim has regulated short-term rentals closely and the rules have changed more than once, and HOAs often have their own restrictions. Confirm the current ordinance with the City of Anaheim and read the HOA documents before you buy with rental income in mind.

Who provides electricity and water in Anaheim?

The City of Anaheim operates its own public utility for electricity and water, which is unusual in Orange County. Confirm service for a specific address with the city.

How do I start looking at houses for sale in Anaheim with Aimee?

Call or text Aimee Ghafouri at (951) 331-8453 and tell her which part of the city and what type of property you have in mind. She will set up a search, explain how the districts differ and arrange showings.

Aimee Ghafouri, 951 Properties, CAL DRE #02193341. This page is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Equal Housing Opportunity.