Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of Costa Mesa lies this charming home featuring four bedrooms and two bathrooms. This enchanting, vintage single level home has been loved and cared for by the same family for over 58 years. The corner lot location is private and serene. This wonderful diamond in the rough has so much potential and is just waiting for your imagination and creative abilities to update and make this your own. As you step inside, you are welcomed by the family kitchen which flows into the generous, cozy living room with a captivating fireplace as the focal point for family gatherings. The attached family room addition flows seamlessly from the living room and increases your ability to host large parties for your family and friends. Step out the family room slider to the covered patio surrounded by mature trees and enter the peaceful, relaxing backyard. This tranquil setting is the perfect place to unwind after a long day and gather your thoughts. This home is located in a prime location conveniently close to South Coast Plaza, various restaurants, the Performing Arts Center, the Orange County Fairgrounds, freeways and only approximately 6 miles to Newport Beach. This incredible home is sure to attract a lot of attention. Bring in the New Year in a new home!!
Sold for $1,200,000
Listed by: First Team Real Estate • Joann Lacher • Contact: 714-292-8329
Bought with: The Oppenheim Group
$1,200,000
3125 Taft Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
4beds
1,843sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
6,630 Square Feet Lot
$1,540,800 Zestimate®
$651/sqft
$5,838 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,540,800
$1.43M - $1.66M
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Mature treesVintage single level homeCorner lot locationCovered patioVarious restaurants
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Listed by:
Joann Lacher DRE #01923005 714-292-8329,
First Team Real Estate
Bought with:
Sandra Shany, DRE #02110741
The Oppenheim Group
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC23223881
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Laminate Counters, Separate Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters, Kitchenette, Pots & Pan Drawers
Heating
- Central, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Laminate Counters, Pantry, Track Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Doors: Mirrored Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Screens
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,843 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Concrete, Direct Access, Door-Single, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Side, Side By Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Concrete, Covered
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block,Fair Condition
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 6,630 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6630
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Lawn, Near Park
Details
- Parcel number: 14169306
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Drywall, Glass, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Fixer,Repairs Cosmetic
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electricity - On Property
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Biking, Curbs, Dog Park, Gutter(s), Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Park
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Mesa North - President Streets (Prmn)
Location
- Region: Costa Mesa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $651/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,224,000
- Annual tax amount: $13,910
- Date on market: 12/13/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/12/2024 | Sold | $1,200,000+11%$651/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC23223881 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2023 | Pending sale | $1,080,800$586/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #OC23223881 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,910 +533.8% | $1,224,000 +1163% |
| 2024 | $2,195 +19.2% | $96,913 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,841 +8.4% | $95,013 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,697 +6.1% | $93,150 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,600 +1.9% | $91,324 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,570 | $90,388 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,570 +2.3% | $88,616 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,534 +3.6% | $86,879 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,481 | $85,176 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,481 +1.8% | $83,506 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,455 +3.2% | $82,252 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,410 | $80,641 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $80,277 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $78,703 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $77,160 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $76,584 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $76,767 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $75,262 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $73,787 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $72,341 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $70,923 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $69,533 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $68,259 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $66,921 +2% |
| 2001 | $897 +4% | $65,609 +2% |
| 2000 | $863 | $64,323 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92626
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Paularino Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Costa Mesa High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Paularino
- Middle: Costa Mesa
- High: Costa Mesa
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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