$1,395,000
3Beds3Baths1,780SqFt
547 Bernard StreetCosta Mesa, CA 92627
Sold
2279 Rutgers sold on April 15, 2026 for $1,500,000, 7.5% above the $1,395,000 asking price after 5 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
2279 Rutgers, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,450 sq ft
- 6,530 sq ft lot
- Built 1957
$1,500,000
Subdivision College Park Sherwood Ranchos
The home
About 2279 Rutgers
Single-story home in the highly sought-after College Park neighborhood of Costa Mesa. Ideally situated on a picturesque street, this beautifully upgraded 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence blends timeless design with modern comfort. Thoughtful updates throughout include oak wood flooring and warm, organic lighting, creating an inviting ambiance. An oversized living room is defined by a striking floor-to-ceiling masonry fireplace, blending architectural character with everyday livability. The upgraded kitchen showcases granite countertops, a Bosch range and dishwasher, ample cabinetry, and opens seamlessly to an expansive dining area. Offering a peaceful retreat, the spacious primary suite captures tranquil backyard views framed by mature Alder and Sweet Gum trees, and includes a walk-in closet and a remodeled ensuite bath. Two spacious secondary bedrooms share a thoughtfully designed bathroom accented with shiplap paneling for a touch of coastal charm. Additional highlights include central air conditioning, a drought-tolerant front yard, fresh interior and exterior paint, and a finished garage. Framed by private, expansive front and rear yards, the property offers an ideal backdrop for both relaxation and entertaining. Enjoy the College Park lifestyle, complete with community events and a central location near everything Orange County has to offer.
Property details for 2279 Rutgers
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the College Park Sherwood Ranchos neighborhood of Costa Mesa in Orange County. It offers 1,450 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1957. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 419-054-13. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, a 6,530-square-foot lot, central air, and a turnkey home. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $1,500,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,450 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 6,530 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1957
- MLS® Number
- NP26061007
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP26061007
- Year Built
- 1957
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,450
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,528
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1499
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Neighborhood
- Parcel Number
- 41905413
- On Market Date
- 2026-03-20
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Separate Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Built In Range, Dishwasher
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room, Wood Burning
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Front Yard
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- College Park Sherwood Ranchos (COLS)
- Community Features
- Biking, Hiking, Water Sports
The record
Property History for 2279 Rutgers
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2026 | Sold | $1,500,000 | |
| Mar 20, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000 |
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The neighborhood
About Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa sits on the coastal tableland of central Orange County, bordered by Santa Ana, Huntington Beach, and Newport Beach, with its southern edge about a mile from the Pacific. South Coast Plaza, the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, the Orange County Fairgrounds, Orange Coast College, and the Eastside and Mesa Verde neighborhoods all fall within the Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
Costa Mesa home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 425
- Median price
- $1,650,000
- Median days on market
- 12
- Median per sq ft
- $953
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Costa Mesa sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1644 Aliso Avenue | Sep 24, 2026 | $2,700,000 | 1,947 | $1,387 | 6 |
| 3124 Trinity | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,393,500 | 1,505 | $926 | 34 |
| 2225 Maple | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,335,000 | 1,432 | $932 | 10 |
| 986 Post Road | Sep 23, 2026 | $1,225,000 | 1,489 | $823 | 14 |
| 549 Bernard | Sep 22, 2026 | $1,400,000 | 1,984 | $706 | 1 |
Schools
Schools for 2279 Rutgers
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- College Park
- Middle
- Costa Mesa
- High
- Costa Mesa
- District
- Newport Mesa Unified
Living in Costa Mesa covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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Listed by Casey Lesher of Christie's International R.E. Southern California
Listing information updated Apr 17, 2026 at 8:29 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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