5181 Ivywood Drive
La Palma, CA 90623
Listing broker / agent: First Team Real Estate · Gilbert Suniga · 714-328-9883 · CRMLS
MLS # PW26228040 · Last checked Nov 14, 2026 18:45 UTC
About this property
Welcome to 5181 Ivywood Drive, a beautifully upgraded home in the desirable city of La Palma, offering the perfect blend of comfort, style, and functionality! This impressive 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence has been thoughtfully maintained and enhanced with numerous upgrades, making it an exceptional opportunity for its next owner. Step inside to discover inviting living spaces featuring attractive laminate flooring, a comfortable and functional layout, and plenty of room for everyday living and entertaining. The versatile fourth bedroom is currently utilized as a home office, offering flexibility to accommodate your lifestyle and needs. The kitchen features a new oven, stove, and dishwasher, providing modern convenience for daily cooking and entertaining. Additional improvements include updated copper plumbing completed approximately three years ago, a water softener system, a newer electric garage door motor, and the tremendous benefit of fully paid-off solar panels, offering long-term energy savings without the burden of a solar lease. The home also features a generator, providing added convenience and peace of mind during unexpected power outages. Step outside to your own private backyard retreat, where a beautifully replastered swimming pool takes center stage. Whether you're hosting weekend gatherings, enjoying a refreshing swim, or simply relaxing outdoors, this inviting space is designed for year-round Southern California living. The covered patio offers a comfortable shaded area for outdoor dining and entertaining, while the low-maintenance synthetic turf in the front yard enhances curb appeal without the constant upkeep of traditional landscaping. Additional exterior highlights include a durable tile roof and vinyl siding. Situated in an established La Palma neighborhood, this home offers an outstanding combination of practical upgrades, energy efficiency, versatile living spaces, and resort-inspired outdoor enjoyment. With its paid-off solar, water softener, generator, impressive improvements, and sparkling backyard pool, 5181 Ivywood Drive is ready for its next chapter. Don't miss the opportunity to make this exceptional property your own!
Property details
- MLS number
- PW26228040
- Status
- Active Under Contract (Backup)
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Beds / baths
- 4 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 1,910 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.1158 acres
- County
- Orange
- Year built
- 1966
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 8
Building
- Year built
- 1966
- Year built source
- Public Records
- Architectural style
- Traditional
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Construction
- Block, Drywall, Glass, Concrete, Stucco, Vinyl Siding, Copper Plumbing
- Roof
- Tile
- Foundation
- Slab
- Condition
- Repairs Cosmetic, Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Living area source
- Public Records
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Three-quarter bathrooms
- 1
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 1
- Main-level bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Convection Oven, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Range Hood
- Interior features
- Built In Features, In Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring
- Tile
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Gas
- Laundry
- In Garage
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage Faces Front
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Pool
- In Ground, Private
- Spa
- None
- Patio / porch
- Brick, Concrete, Covered, Open, Patio, Wood
- Exterior features
- Lighting
- Lot features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park, Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers Timer, Sprinkler System, Walkstreet, Yard
- Lot size source
- Public Records
- Fencing
- Block, Excellent Condition
- Property outlook
- Neighborhood
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
- Community features
- Curbs, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- No
- Association fee
- $0.00
Schools reported in the listing
- Elementary school
- Los Coyotes
- Middle / junior school
- Walker
- High school
- Kennedy
- High school district
- Anaheim Union High
School information is supplied with the listing. Confirm current attendance boundaries and enrollment eligibility directly with the school district.
Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Los Coyotes Elementary Centralia Elementary · La Palma | K–6 | 0.2 mi |
| Walker Junior High (school website, opens in a new tab) Anaheim Union High · La Palma | 7–8 | 0.5 mi |
| Steve Luther Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Cypress Elementary · La Palma | K–6 | 0.5 mi |
| John F. Kennedy High (school website, opens in a new tab) Anaheim Union High · La Palma | 9–12 | 0.5 mi |
| George B. Miller Elementary Centralia Elementary · La Palma | K–6 | 0.6 mi |
| Clara J. King Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Cypress Elementary · Cypress | Not reported | 0.8 mi |
| San Marino Elementary Centralia Elementary · Buena Park | K–6 | 1.2 mi |
| Leal (Frank C.) Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) ABC Unified · Cerritos | K–6 | 1.2 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $1,200,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $1,200,000
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Nov 4, 2026 17:50 | $1,200,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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Calculated 2026-11-14 21:05 UTC. Source: this website's authorized MLS inventory. Import progress, freshness rules and coverage affect the figures. Medians exclude missing/invalid values; price per sq ft is the median of individual listing ratios. Price observations are limited to the last 24 per listing and may miss changes between refreshes. This is not a complete 30-day market report, historical inventory trend, appreciation measure, or sold-price analysis.
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