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3281 Michigan Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

$1.75M3bd · 2ba · 1,988 sqft
Lot 6,600 sqft•Single Family Residence•
Active
•31d on market•MLS# OC-26194091

Property Description

Located in the popular State Streets neighborhood of Mesa Verde, 3281 Michigan Avenue is a charming single story home offering nearly 2,000 square feet of living space, an exceptional amount of space for a single level home in this neighborhood. Continuously owned and cared for by the same family for 28 years, the home sits on a corner lot surrounded by mature professionally designed landscaping and a fully enclosed private yard. A white picket fence, stone wall, custom flagstone walkway and covered front porch create an inviting approach, while updated exterior siding and paint complete the curb appeal. Inside, the home offers 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a comfortable floor plan highlighted by a permitted rear addition that creates an expansive great room with French doors and enlarged windows. This flexible space can function as a second family room, playroom, home office or additional entertaining area. The main living room features a fireplace and large bay window with built in seating, while the remodeled kitchen opens directly to the dining area and features white shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, tile backsplash, undercabinet lighting, stainless steel KitchenAid appliances and a downdraft cooktop ventilation system that maintains an open sightline into the dining room. Custom built in dining cabinetry provides additional storage, while wood look flooring runs continuously throughout the main living areas. Down the hall are three spacious bedrooms, a full guest bathroom with marble countertop and custom cabinetry, and a primary suite with walk in closet and private bathroom featuring a stone tile shower. Additional features include recessed lighting, dual pane vinyl windows, extensive storage, direct interior access to the attached garage, built in garage storage, upgraded electrical panel, newer attic fan and completely replaced attic insulation. The private backyard is surrounded by privacy fencing and an eight foot split face block wall and features an oversized stone patio, covered patio area, mature landscaping and a 10 by 12 storage shed. The generous side yard also offers potential for RV or boat storage. Recent improvements include a brand new roof and fresh interior paint. All of this in Mesa Verde, one of Costa Mesa’s most sought after communities, known for its strong sense of community, neighborhood events, beautiful parks, nearby shopping and dining, the private Mesa Verde Country Club, and great freeway access.

Features & Amenities

Mesa VerdeFeeBuilt 1962

Property Details

Subdivision
Mesa Verde
Land Type
Fee
Year Built
1962
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking Spaces
2
Garage Spaces
2
Cooling
Whole House Fan
View
None
City
Costa Mesa
Zip Code
92626
County
Orange
Listed byUnknown Office, Matthew Kanoudi

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Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$8,843.90
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$1,399,200
Total Interest
$1,784,602
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$3,183,802
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About Mesa Verde

This property is located in Mesa Verde, a community in Costa Mesa. Explore more listings in this neighborhood to compare options and pricing.

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Comparative Market Analysis

Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

3281 Michigan Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Mesa Verde · Costa Mesa · Single Family Residence

$1.75M
Luxury Tier
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sqft
1,988
Lot
6,600 sqft
Year
1962
$/Sqft
$880
Pool: No✓
Spa: No✓
View: None✓
Garage: 2-car✓

Listed 12.8% above the median closed sale of $1,550,000. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.

Price Position

Positioned above the market — commands a premium.

Premium
Subject listed at $1.75M· $880/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $1.55M
+$199K (+12.8%)
Active comps
vs active median $1.65M
+$99K (+6.0%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $994
−$114 (−11.5%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
2972 Teakwood PlaceCosta Mesa1959321,7327,326$952$1.65M4594
1582 Ponderosa StreetCosta Mesa1959321,6007,000$1,094$1.75M8393
3343 NevadaCosta Mesa1970421,8265,880$873$1.59M4593
2964 RedwoodCosta Mesa1959321,4516,300$1,137$1.65M6692
3368 CaliforniaCosta Mesa1969432,1905,000$913$2.00M687
Total: 5 · Average3.42.21,759.86,301.2$993.8$1.73M49
Median1,732$1.65M

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
2023 Capella CourtCosta Mesa196307/10/2026422,0067,300$1.70M$1.79M$8911.053595
3230 OregonCosta Mesa196007/07/2026432,0286,500$1.75M$1.55M$7640.898294
1732 MissouriCosta Mesa196108/27/2026321,6146,100$1.45M$1.40M$8690.979793
3230 Washington AvenueCosta Mesa196005/15/2026321,5516,500$1.54M$1.52M$9800.994093
3268 MichiganCosta Mesa195905/29/2026321,6146,100$1.57M$1.59M$9841.012693
Total: 5 · Average3.42.21,762.66,500$1.57M$1.57M$897.6—56
Median1,614$1.55M$1.55M

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

Days on Market

Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.