Discover this beautifully updated single-level gem, ideally situated on a serene cul-de-sac in the heart of Mesa Verde’s State Streets. This home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience, just a short distance from the ocean and all that the Southern California lifestyle entails. As you approach, you'll be captivated by the welcoming curb appeal, featuring a classic front porch that sets the tone for the warm and inviting interior. Step inside to find stunning wood grain tile floors that flow seamlessly throughout the home. The heart of the home, the upgraded kitchen, has been thoughtfully expanded to enhance both space and functionality. It boasts granite countertops, sleek white shaker cabinets with soft-close drawers, an oversized sink with a box window view, and a breakfast bar perfect for enjoying your morning coffee. The stainless steel appliance suite, including a double oven, 5-burner gas cooktop, and commercial-grade hood, caters to the culinary enthusiast. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining and family room area features a cozy brick fireplace and a glass slider that opens to the expansive backyard. The large living room is equally inviting, highlighted by a cozy window bench and the opposite side of the wood-burning brick fireplace. The spacious primary bedroom offers glass doors with built-in louvers, allowing you to control the natural light to your liking. The primary bathroom is fully remodeled with a walk-in shower, glass enclosure, and custom closet. The second bathroom has also been tastefully updated with lovely tile, a new vanity, and contemporary lighting. Step outside to your large backyard oasis, perfect for entertaining, gardening, or play. It features a sunshade patio, ample gardening spaces, and a sizable shed for all your outdoor storage needs. The garage has been enhanced with an epoxy coating and additional storage options. This meticulously maintained home comes with numerous upgrades, including recessed LED lighting, added skylights, a new roof (2023), an updated furnace, seamless gutters, vinyl fencing, a new front door and screen, and dual-pane vinyl windows. Located just a stone’s throw from the Santa Ana River Trail, this home offers the ultimate in Southern California living. Bike to the beach, explore the local SoCo and The OC Mix for dining and shopping, and enjoy easy freeway access for an stress-free commute. This is truly a wonderful home in a prime location, offering the best of Orange County living.
Sold for $1,300,000
Listed by: Wise Choices Realty • Tom Schulze • Contact: 949-388-8435
Bought with: The L3
Tax assessed value
$1,300,000
3253 Colorado Ln, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
4beds
1,650sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
6,050 Square Feet Lot
$1,640,300 Zestimate®
$788/sqft
$5,926 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,640,300
$1.53M - $1.79M
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Listed by:
Tom Schulze DRE #01264592 949-636-2050,
Wise Choices Realty
Bought with:
Matthew Kanoudi, DRE #01419924
The L3
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC24169184
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, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Closet, Full Bath on Main Level, Granite Counters, Remodeled, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Upgraded, Walk-In Shower
Family room
- Features: Separate Family Room
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Trash/Recycling, Granite Counters, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pots & Pan Drawers, Remodeled, Self-closing Drawers, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- None, Attic Fan
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan, Water To Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Wired for Data, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Stone, Tile
- Doors: French Doors, Mirrored Closet Door(s), Panel Doors, Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Bay Window(s), Custom Covering(s), Double Pane Windows, Roller Shields, Screens, Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,650 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Door-Multi, Driveway, Garage, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block,Vinyl,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 6,050 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Landscaped, Near Park, Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 13906715
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Copper Plumbing
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled,Turnkey
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: State Streets Iii (Mst3)
Location
- Region: Costa Mesa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $788/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,300,000
- Annual tax amount: $14,708
- Date on market: 8/23/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 56 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to Existing Loan
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer and Refrigerator
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/4/2024 | Sold | $1,300,000$788/sqft |
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| 10/19/2024 | Pending sale | $1,300,000$788/sqft |
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| 10/15/2024 | Price change | $1,300,000-3.7%$788/sqft |
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| 9/27/2024 | Price change | $1,350,000-1.8%$818/sqft |
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| 9/13/2024 | Price change | $1,375,000-1.8%$833/sqft |
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| 8/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,399,900+574.7%$848/sqft |
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| 12/22/1993 | Sold | $207,500$126/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,708 +221.6% | $1,300,000 +276% |
| 2024 | $4,574 +4% | $345,759 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,398 +4.4% | $338,980 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,213 +3.6% | $332,334 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,067 | $325,818 +1% |
| 2020 | -- | $322,478 +2% |
| 2019 | $4,013 +2.2% | $316,155 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,926 +3.8% | $309,956 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,784 | $303,879 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,784 +2.1% | $297,921 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,706 +3.3% | $293,446 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,587 | $287,698 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $286,398 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $280,783 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $275,278 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $273,221 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $273,871 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $268,501 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $263,237 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $258,076 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $253,016 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $248,055 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $243,509 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $238,735 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,611 +2.9% | $234,054 +2% |
| 2000 | $2,538 | $229,465 |
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Neighborhood: 92626
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10California Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.1 mi
- 5/10Charles W. Tewinkle Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Estancia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: California
- Middle: Tewinkle
- 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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