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Sold for $1,230,000
  • Listed by: Compass • Carter Kaufman • Contact: 949-294-6411
    Bought with: Compass
    Tax assessed value
    $1,230,000

    1953 Federal Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

    3beds
    1,034sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1954
    7,370 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $1,190/sqft
    $3,872 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Explore your dream home in the tranquil and enchanting Freedom Homes community of Westside Costa Mesa. This rare single-level home is flooded with natural light and boasts a spacious, flowing layout that seamlessly connects the kitchen, living, and dining areas. Step into the backyard retreat, where you'll discover numerous upgrades, including a covered patio, a sleek concrete outdoor bar with a built-in pizza oven, beautifully designed hardscape landscaping, and a well-maintained lawn. Additionally, there's a versatile shed space that can be transformed into a yoga room, office, art studio, or any other space you envision. The recently constructed (2021) two-car garage at the rear of the property, in addition to the original expanded single-car garage space, offers endless possibilities. Situated on an expansive 7,370 square foot lot, this property features the sought-after floor plan of the original Freedom Home layouts, providing potential for effortless expansion. Enjoy the prime location of this home, positioned on the preferred side of the street with no industrial or commercial properties behind it. With its proximity to beaches, parks, freeways, John Wayne airport, shopping, and dining, this neighborhood embodies convenience and desirability. Don't miss out on the opportunity to immerse yourself in all that this remarkable property has to offer.

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    Listed by:

    Carter Kaufman DRE #01968622 949-294-6411,

    Compass,

    Patric Wooding DRE #02114790,

    Compass

    Bought with:

    Tara McNabb, DRE #01871729

    Compass

    Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC24164977MLS LogoOriginating MLS: California Regional MLS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 3
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
    Bedroom
    • Features: Bedroom on Main Level
    Bathroom
    • Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Separate Shower, Tub Shower
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Recessed Lighting, Storage, Bedroom on Main Level
    • Has fireplace: No
    • Fireplace features: None
    • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,034 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 3
    • Parking features: Driveway, Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 3
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: Safe Emergency Egress from Home
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Entry location: 1
    • Patio & porch: Concrete
    • Pool features: None
    • Spa features: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: None
    Lot
    • Size: 7,370 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 42251208
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1954

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Standard
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Biking, Park, Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks
    • Subdivision: Freedom Homes (Free)
    Location
    • Region: Costa Mesa

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,190/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,230,000
    • Annual tax amount: $14,050
    • Date on market: 8/12/2024
    • Cumulative days on market: 46 days
    • Listing terms: Submit

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/3/2026Listing removed$6,000$6/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC26004207 Report a problem
    3/1/2026Listed for rent$6,000$6/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC26004207 Report a problem
    1/31/2026Listing removed$6,000$6/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC26004207 Report a problem
    1/8/2026Listed for rent$6,000$6/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC26004207 Report a problem
    1/1/2026Listing removed$6,000$6/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC25258483 Report a problem
    11/11/2025Listed for rent$6,000-7.7%$6/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC25258483 Report a problem
    11/1/2025Listing removed$6,500$6/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC25203110 Report a problem
    9/8/2025Listed for rent$6,500+18.2%$6/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC25203110 Report a problem
    3/4/2025Listing removed$5,500$5/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC25038020 Report a problem
    2/20/2025Listed for rent$5,500$5/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC25038020 Report a problem
    2/1/2025Listing removed$5,500$5/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC25006572 Report a problem
    1/10/2025Listed for rent$5,500+12.2%$5/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC25006572 Report a problem
    12/23/2024Listing removed$4,900$5/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24244840 Report a problem
    12/5/2024Listed for rent$4,900$5/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24244840 Report a problem
    10/28/2024Sold$1,230,000-2.3%$1,190/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24164977 Report a problem
    9/27/2024Contingent$1,259,000$1,218/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24164977 Report a problem
    9/26/2024Price change$1,259,000-3%$1,218/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24164977 Report a problem
    8/12/2024Listed for sale$1,298,000+601.6%$1,255/sqft
    Source: CRMLS #OC24164977 Report a problem
    9/4/1998Sold$185,000+43.4%$179/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/10/1998Sold$129,045$125/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$14,050 +250.9%$1,230,000 +332.6%
    2024$4,004 +4.2%$284,327 +2%
    2023$3,842 +4.8%$278,752 +2%
    2022$3,667 +3.8%$273,287 +2%
    2021$3,533 +1.4%$267,929 +1%
    2020$3,485 $265,182 +2%
    2019$3,485 +2.2%$259,983 +2%
    2018$3,411 +3.7%$254,886 +2%
    2017$3,291 $249,889 +2%
    2016$3,291 +2%$244,990 +1.5%
    2015$3,225 +3.2%$241,311 +2%
    2014$3,125 $236,585 +0.5%
    2013-- $235,516 +2%
    2012-- $230,899 +2%
    2011-- $226,372 +0.8%
    2010-- $224,681 -0.2%
    2009-- $225,216 +2%
    2008-- $220,800 +2%
    2007-- $216,471 +2%
    2006-- $212,227 +2%
    2005-- $208,066 +2%
    2004-- $203,987 -17.9%
    2003-- $248,380 +2%
    2002-- $243,510 +26.5%
    2001$2,261 +2.9%$192,474 +2%
    2000$2,198 $188,700
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 92627

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