Beautifully expanded and remodeled in 2018, this exceptional home blends thoughtful design with modern comfort. The residence was expanded by more than 1,250 square feet to create a spacious four-bedroom, three-bathroom layout featuring two primary suites and oak hardwood flooring throughout. The main level offers one primary suite, two additional bedrooms, and bathrooms appointed with dual vanities. An oversized laundry room with abundant storage adds everyday convenience. Upstairs, the second primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a walk-in closet, soaking tub, and a balcony overlooking the expansive backyard. Designed for both functionality and style, the upgraded kitchen showcases Calcita Azul custom-finish quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a wine refrigerator. The light-filled living area features vaulted ceilings with two skylights and a wood-burning fireplace with a custom mantel. Bi-fold doors in the dining area create seamless indoor-outdoor flow to the patio and backyard. Situated on a generous 7,720-square-foot lot, the backyard is ideal for entertaining with a spacious patio, built-in barbecue, and outdoor fireplace. Additional highlights include a two-car garage with epoxy flooring, built-in storage cabinetry, a custom workbench, and a utility sink. Ideally located within walking distance to the Newport Back Bay and just moments from the dining and shopping along 17th Street, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience.
Sold for $2,790,000
Listed by: First Team Real Estate • Brett Vanlandingham • Contact: 949-389-0004
Bought with: Arbor Real Estate
$2,790,000
278 Virginia Pl, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
4beds
2,299sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
7,720 Square Feet Lot
$2,806,900 Zestimate®
$1,214/sqft
$8,000 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,806,900
$2.58M - $3.03M
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Outdoor fireplaceSpacious patioOak hardwood flooring throughoutStainless steel appliancesBuilt-in storage cabinetryBuilt-in barbecueCustom workbench
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Listed by:
Brett Vanlandingham DRE #01929568 714-501-8267,
First Team Real Estate,
Beau Beardslee DRE #01940693,
First Team Real Estate
Bought with:
Mark Ayoub, DRE #02116241
Arbor Real Estate
Brandon Hobbs, DRE #01929235
Arbor Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC26040443
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Other, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Primary bedroom
- Features: Multiple Primary Suites
Bedroom
- Features: Multi-Level Bedroom
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Dual Sinks, Multiple Shower Heads, Tub Shower, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Barbecue, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Balcony, Separate/Formal Dining Room, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Multiple Primary Suites, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,299 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Direct Access, Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: front
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Barbecue
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 7,720 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 42608216
- Special conditions: Standard,Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Custom,Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Board & Batten Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Park
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Eastside Central (Eccm)
Location
- Region: Costa Mesa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,214/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,777,173
- Annual tax amount: $19,708
- Date on market: 3/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Stove, Microwave, Wine Refrigerator, Dishwasher.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2026 | Sold | $2,790,000-3.6%$1,214/sqft |
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| 3/21/2026 | Pending sale | $2,895,000$1,259/sqft |
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| 3/10/2026 | Contingent | $2,895,000$1,259/sqft |
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| 3/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,895,000+78.2%$1,259/sqft |
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| 4/12/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/21/2023 | Listed for rent | $9,000$4/sqft |
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| 7/24/2019 | Sold | $1,625,000+2.5%$707/sqft |
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| 6/13/2019 | Pending sale | $1,585,000$689/sqft |
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| 6/4/2019 | Price change | $1,585,000-5%$689/sqft |
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| 5/31/2019 | Price change | $1,669,000-1.8%$726/sqft |
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| 5/9/2019 | Price change | $1,699,000-2.9%$739/sqft |
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| 4/18/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,749,000+95.4%$761/sqft |
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| 2/15/2017 | Sold | $895,000+4.2%$389/sqft |
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| 1/26/2017 | Pending sale | $859,000$374/sqft |
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| 1/20/2017 | Listed for sale | $859,000$374/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,708 +1.9% | $1,777,173 +2% |
| 2024 | $19,344 +3.2% | $1,742,327 +2% |
| 2023 | $18,753 +2.3% | $1,708,164 +2% |
| 2022 | $18,333 +2.3% | $1,674,671 +2% |
| 2021 | $17,915 +1.1% | $1,641,835 +1% |
| 2020 | $17,728 | $1,625,000 +45% |
| 2019 | $17,728 +42.3% | $1,120,743 +22.8% |
| 2018 | $12,460 +327.5% | $912,900 +326.2% |
| 2017 | $2,915 | $214,205 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,915 +2% | $210,005 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,858 +6% | $206,851 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,696 | $202,800 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $201,884 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $197,926 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $194,046 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $192,596 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $193,055 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $189,270 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $185,559 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $181,921 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $178,354 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $174,857 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $171,653 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $168,288 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,910 +3% | $164,989 +2% |
| 2000 | $1,855 | $161,754 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92627
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Heinz Kaiser Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Horace Ensign Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.2 mi
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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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