$1,899,000
3Beds2Baths1,480SqFt
2425 BowdoinCosta Mesa, CA 92626College Park
Sold
2952 Pemba Drive sold on October 14, 2025 for $1,850,000, 2.4% below the $1,895,000 asking price after 84 days on the market; it was first listed at $1,950,000. The buyer financed the purchase. The details are below for reference.
2952 Pemba Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,776 sq ft
- 8,159 sq ft lot
- Built 1960
$1,850,000
Subdivision Cambridge
The home
About 2952 Pemba Drive
Welcome to 2952 Pemba Drive, a gem nestled in one of Costa Mesa’s most coveted neighborhoods—Mesa Verde’s Inner Loop! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is perfect for families seeking a blend of comfort, community, and style. Step inside to discover a beautifully remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, showcasing modern finishes and thoughtful design. Whether you’re whipping up a meal or unwinding after a long day, these spaces offer the perfect blend of luxury and functionality. The backyard is your private oasis, featuring a fantastic pool with a dedicated corner just for the kids—ideal for endless summer fun! Imagine hosting friends and family here, where laughter and joy fill the air. Living in this neighborhood means you’re part of a vibrant community that celebrates together, from festive Fourth of July gatherings to Halloween fun for all ages, and a wonderful Christmas parade Plus, you’re just a stone’s throw away from a lovely park that your kids and pets will love. Don’t miss the chance to make 2952 Pemba Drive your forever home, where cherished memories await! Additional Note - this home originally was 4 bedroom. One bedroom was converted into an office. If 4th bedroom is needed it can easily be converted back.
Property details for 2952 Pemba Drive
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Cambridge neighborhood of Costa Mesa in Orange County. It offers 1,776 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1960. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 139-262-29. Highlights include a private pool, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, an 8,159-square-foot lot, and ranch architecture. 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
- $1,850,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,776 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 8,159 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1960
- MLS® Number
- OC25112093
- 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
- OC25112093
- Year Built
- 1960
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,776
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 8,160
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1873
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Neighborhood
- Private Pool
- Yes
- Parcel Number
- 13926229
- On Market Date
- 2025-05-20
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Quartz Counters, All Bedrooms Down
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Barbecue, Double Oven
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds
- Accessibility
- No Stairs
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Ranch
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Garden, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Near Park, Sprinkler System, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Covered
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage
- Pool Features
- Fenced, In Ground, Pebble, Private, Solar Heat
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Cambridge (ICCM)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Golf, Sidewalks, Park
The record
Property History for 2952 Pemba Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2025 | Sold | $1,850,000 | |
| May 20, 2025 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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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 27, 2025 to Sep 27, 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 2952 Pemba Drive
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Adams
- Middle
- Tewinkle
- High
- Estancia
- District
- Newport Mesa Unified
Living in Costa Mesa covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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Listed by Jason Villani of The L3
Listing information updated Oct 14, 2025 at 10:03 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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