$1,299,995
3Beds3Baths1,733SqFt
208 Calabria CourtCosta Mesa, CA 92627Calabria Villas
Sold
1081 Tulare Drive sold on October 14, 2025 for $1,230,000, 5.4% below the $1,299,998 asking price after 46 days on the market; it was first listed at $1,399,880. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
1081 Tulare Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,884 sq ft
- 7,100 sq ft lot
- Built 1973
$1,230,000
Subdivision Mesa Woods
11 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,572,000
This property is also on the market under MLS PW26136316 (Residential).
The home
About 1081 Tulare Drive
Welcome to this charming single-level home offering four bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, and a spacious lot in a sought-after Mesa Woods neighborhood. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the inviting curb appeal, highlighted by mature landscaping, classic brickwork, and a three-car garage with ample parking and storage.
Inside, the home features an open and airy layout filled with natural light—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. A spacious living room with a cozy fireplace flows seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen includes a large center island with a generous breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinet space—ready for your personal touches or future updates. Just off the kitchen, the family room offers another comfortable gathering space with direct access to the backyard and a smooth indoor-outdoor connection.
The thoughtful floor plan includes four well-sized bedrooms, including a private primary suite with its own bathroom, along with two additional baths to accommodate guests and family. With beautiful flooring throughout, soft neutral tones, and an abundance of windows, the home feels both bright and welcoming.
Located just a few blocks from two lovely neighborhood parks, this home also offers easy access to South Coast Plaza, world-class dining, and shopping. With the 405 freeway nearby, you’ll enjoy both convenience and community in one of Orange County’s most desirable locations.
Property details for 1081 Tulare Drive
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Mesa Woods neighborhood of Costa Mesa in Orange County. It offers 1,884 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1973. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 412-112-05. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, an attached three-car garage, a 7,100-square-foot lot, central air, and craftsman 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
- $1,230,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,884 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 7,100 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1973
- MLS® Number
- OC25166402
- 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
- OC25166402
- Year Built
- 1973
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,884
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 7,100
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.163
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Parking Spaces
- 3
- View
- None
- Parcel Number
- 41211205
- On Market Date
- 2025-07-23
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Gas Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Tile, Vinyl
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 4
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Blinds, Bay Windows
- Doors
- Double Door Entry
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Craftsman
- Roof
- Asphalt, Shingle
- Construction
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation
- Slab
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Near Park
- Patio and Porch
- Brick, Concrete, Patio, Porch
- Parking
- Door Multi, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Fencing
- Block
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Private
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Repairs Cosmetic, Termite Clearance
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Mesa Woods (MSWD)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks, Park
The record
Property History for 1081 Tulare Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2025 | Sold | $1,230,000 | |
| Jul 23, 2025 | Listed for sale | $1,399,880 |
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.
Mesa Woods home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 11
- Median price
- $1,572,000
- Median days on market
- 12
- Median per sq ft
- $794
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 Mesa Woods sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3375 Fuchsia Street | Jun 10, 2026 | $2,110,000 | 2,419 | $872 | 6 |
| 1100 Tulare | May 27, 2026 | $1,572,000 | 2,879 | $546 | 27 |
| 1070 Visalia | May 8, 2026 | $1,685,000 | 2,418 | $697 | 13 |
| 3263 Turlock | Apr 2, 2026 | $1,495,000 | 1,884 | $794 | 5 |
| 1086 Vallejo | Feb 27, 2026 | $2,000,000 | 2,186 | $915 | 8 |
Schools
School District for 1081 Tulare Drive
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Newport Mesa Unified.
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Listed by Shelly Kay Hilliard of Coldwell Banker Realty
Listing information updated Oct 15, 2025 at 12:02 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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