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Welcome to this beautifully updated single-level home in the highly sought-after Eastside Costa Mesa neighborhood. Nestled on a charming tree-lined street, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and California indoor-outdoor living. Situated on an expansive 7,222 sq ft tropical landscaped lot, mature greenery provides exceptional privacy and a serene retreat-like setting.
Freshly painted interiors and rich hardwood flooring create a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout the open-concept floor plan. The spacious living room features a cozy fireplace and flows seamlessly into the dining area and upgraded kitchen, complete with granite countertops, gas range, dishwasher, and wine refrigerator — ideal for entertaining and everyday living.
The primary suite includes an updated walk-in shower, while the secondary bathroom features a bathtub for added convenience. An oversized detached 2-car garage offers abundant storage space and flexibility. Explore opportunities for expansion and ADU development.
Ideally located just minutes from 17th Street shopping and dining, the Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve trails, local beaches, major freeways, and John Wayne Airport, this exceptional home delivers both tranquility and accessibility in one of Orange County’s most desirable coastal communities.
Sold for $2,027,000
Listed by: Compass • Bernadette Whelan • Contact: 949-438-4340
Bought with: Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
$2,027,000
1962 Fullerton Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
3beds
1,077sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
7,222 Square Feet Lot
$2,027,600 Zestimate®
$1,882/sqft
$5,768 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,027,600
$1.89M - $2.19M
$5,768/mo
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Listed by:
Bernadette Whelan DRE #01913621 949-280-6852,
Compass,
Penny Pattillo DRE #01031073 949-632-2252,
Compass
Bought with:
Christopher Maddy, DRE #01946797
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Timothy Carr, DRE #01017277
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: LG26118238
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Full Bath on Main Level, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,077 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Ground
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Vinyl,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 7,222 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 42603222
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Eastside South (Escm)
Location
- Region: Costa Mesa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,882/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $853,069
- Annual tax amount: $10,026
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 17 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Sold | $2,027,000+1.6%$1,882/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #LG26118238 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2026 | Pending sale | $1,995,000$1,852/sqft |
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| 6/12/2026 | Price change | $1,995,000-20%$1,852/sqft |
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| 6/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,495,000+315.8%$2,317/sqft |
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| 6/8/2025 | Listing removed | $5,995$6/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #LG25115416 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2025 | Listed for rent | $5,995+20%$6/sqft |
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| 3/16/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/27/2023 | Price change | $4,995-3.9%$5/sqft |
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| 1/24/2023 | Listed for rent | $5,200+20.9%$5/sqft |
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| 5/24/2018 | Listing removed | $4,300$4/sqft |
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| 4/17/2018 | Listed for rent | $4,300$4/sqft |
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| 1/14/2004 | Sold | $600,000+94.2%$557/sqft |
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| 10/30/1998 | Sold | $309,000+50.7%$287/sqft |
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| 10/25/1996 | Sold | $205,000$190/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,026 +2.2% | $853,069 +2% |
| 2024 | $9,812 +3.1% | $836,343 +2% |
| 2023 | $9,515 +2.9% | $819,945 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,248 +2.7% | $803,868 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,006 +1.1% | $788,106 +1% |
| 2020 | $8,906 | $780,025 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,906 +2.2% | $764,731 +2% |
| 2018 | $8,717 +3.8% | $749,737 +2% |
| 2017 | $8,398 | $735,037 +2% |
| 2016 | $8,398 +2.2% | $720,625 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $8,217 +3.3% | $709,801 +2% |
| 2014 | $7,954 | $695,897 +19.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $581,700 +5% |
| 2012 | -- | $554,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $554,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $554,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $554,000 -13% |
| 2008 | -- | $636,724 |
| 2007 | -- | $636,724 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $624,240 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $612,000 +79.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $340,714 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $334,470 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $327,912 +2% |
| 2001 | $3,503 +2.8% | $321,483 +2% |
| 2000 | $3,407 | $315,180 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92627
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAWoodland Elementary SchoolGrades: K-2Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Horace Ensign Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 9/10Newport Harbor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kaiser
- Middle: Ensign
- High: Newport Harbor
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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