Tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac in the heart of Mesa Verde’s coveted Inner Loop, 1696 Palau Place offers the perfect mix of comfort, character, and potential. This single-story home features 3 spacious bedrooms plus a versatile bonus room—ideal as a home office or 4th bedroom—and 2 full bathrooms across 1,776 sq. ft. of living space. Sitting on a generous 8,319 sq. ft. lot, it provides plenty of room for expansion and the opportunity for a creative buyer to add their own style and vision. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors throughout, a warm gas fireplace in the living room, and a chef’s kitchen fully remodeled in 2019—showcasing Viking appliances, quartz countertops, a large island, and modern finishes. A 200-amp electrical panel installed in 2020 ensures the home is ready for today’s lifestyle. Living in Mesa Verde means more than just a great location—you’ll enjoy close proximity to Mesa Verde Country Club, Costa Mesa Golf Course, top-rated schools, and local parks, along with a neighborhood that celebrates community with festive 4th of July gatherings, Halloween fun, and a cherished Christmas parade. Move-in ready with plenty of potential for personalization, this home is a rare find in one of Costa Mesa’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
Sold for $1,825,000
Listed by: Circle Real Estate • Mike Garcia • Contact: 714-363-8345
Bought with: Surterre Properties Inc.
$1,825,000
1696 Palau Pl, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
3beds
1,776sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
8,319 Square Feet Lot
$1,859,900 Zestimate®
$1,028/sqft
$6,327 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,859,900
$1.71M - $2.03M
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Listed by:
Mike Garcia DRE #01936372 714363-8345,
Circle Real Estate,
Brian Loyola DRE #01428565,
Circle Real Estate
Bought with:
Sara Legrand, DRE #01950213
Surterre Properties Inc.
John Ballantyne, DRE #02047825
Surterre Properties Inc.
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: PW25188167
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Bedroom, Den, Living Room, Primary Bathroom
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Granite Counters, Separate Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: 6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Water To Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Quartz Counters, All Bedrooms Down
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Wood Frames
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,776 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Public, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Hallway(s)
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Floor Level
- Patio & porch: None
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 8,319 Square Feet
- Features: Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Landscaped, Walkstreet
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 13927108
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Modern,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Drywall, Concrete, Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electricity - On Property
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Costa Mesa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,028/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $910,261
- Annual tax amount: $10,624
- Date on market: 8/21/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 7 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,FHA,VA Loan
- Inclusions: Stainless steel Kitchen Appliances
- Exclusions: Third-party home Staging set not included in the sale
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/11/2025 | Sold | $1,825,000+7.7%$1,028/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #PW25188167 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2025 | Pending sale | $1,695,000$954/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PW25188167 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2025 | Contingent | $1,695,000$954/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PW25188167 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,695,000+182.5%$954/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #PW25188167 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  CRMLS Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2020 | Listed for rent | $4,300+45.8%$2/sqft |
Source: Sarah Espiritu #OC20137741 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2018 | Sold | $600,000$338/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2012 | Listing removed | $2,950$2/sqft |
Source: Torelli Realty #P823630 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2012 | Price change | $2,950-6.3%$2/sqft |
Source: Torelli Realty #P823630 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2012 | Listed for rent | $3,150$2/sqft |
Source: Torelli Realty Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,624 +2.2% | $910,261 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,400 +3.1% | $892,413 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,090 +2.8% | $874,915 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,813 +2.6% | $857,760 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,560 +1.1% | $840,942 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,455 | $832,320 +2% |
| 2019 | $9,455 +2.2% | $816,000 +38.5% |
| 2018 | $9,255 +37.3% | $589,131 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,739 | $577,580 +33.5% |
| 2016 | $6,739 +29.7% | $432,718 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,194 +3.3% | $426,219 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,029 | $417,870 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $415,982 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $407,826 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $399,830 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $396,842 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $397,786 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $389,987 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $382,341 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $374,845 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $367,496 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $360,291 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $353,688 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $346,753 +2% |
| 2001 | $3,760 +18.6% | $339,954 +19.3% |
| 2000 | $3,171 | $285,000 |
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Neighborhood: 92626
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Adams Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Charles W. Tewinkle Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Estancia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Adams
- Middle: Twinkle
- High: Estancia
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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