Anaheim, CA 92805,303 N Philadelphia Street
$947,775
Est. payment /mo
$799,900
18.5%
Est.Price: ?

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2 Beds
1 Bath
1,324 SqFt
SOLD DATE : 08/21/2025

Key Details

Sold Price $947,775

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,324 sqft

Price per Sqft $715

MLS Listing ID PW25162228

Sold Date 08/21/25

Style Craftsman/Bungalow

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 1

Year Built 1911

Property Sub-Type Detached

Property Description

Own a Piece of Anaheim History: The Judge Homer Ames House (Circa 1911) Mills Act Approved/ Program Participant! Step into a timeless masterpiece at 303 N. Philadelphia Street the distinguished Judge Homer Ames House. This unique, single-level Craftsman Bungalow boasts captivating Japanese-influenced architecture, characterized by its sprawling, low-pitched roofline and inviting open flagstone porch, all gracefully perched on a gentle sloping corner lot. Beyond its breathtaking aesthetics, this home offers an extraordinary financial advantage: it's a Mills Act property, providing significantly reduced annual property taxes of just $3,371! Adding to its prestige, it's also proudly listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a cherished part of the historic Melrose Backs Neighborhood within the Anaheim Colony historic district. Built in 1911 by Judge Homer Ames just before he became Anaheim's esteemed City Attorney (1912-1925) and later a Superior Court Judge, this residence exudes history. Inside, a large, rectangular living room welcomes you with a classic fireplace and elegant French doors leading to a versatile office/den. The formal dining room is a true highlight, featuring exquisite pocket doors, a built-in buffet, and unique wainscoting design. Throughout the living spaces, large casement windows invite beautiful natural light and offer picturesque views of charming Washington Park. The kitchen has been thoughtfully remodeled, offering plentiful crisp white cabinets, abundant counter space, and a convenient walk-in pantry. The remodeled bathroom is a t

Location

State CA

County Orange

Direction Turn off of N Anaheim Blvd onto E Cypress St. and then onto N Philadelphia

Interior

Interior Features Pantry

Heating Forced Air Unit

Cooling Central Forced Air

Flooring Tile, Wood

Fireplaces Type FP in Living Room

Fireplace No

Appliance Disposal, Refrigerator, Gas Range

Exterior

Garage Spaces 1.0

Fence Good Condition

Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

View Y/N Yes

Water Access Desc Public

View Neighborhood

Roof Type Composition

Accessibility No Interior Steps

Porch Stone/Tile, Patio

Building

Story 1

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Level or Stories 1

Others

Tax ID 03511707

Special Listing Condition Standard

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