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8278 Artista Drive sold on August 5, 2026 for $850,000, 2.9% below the $875,000 asking price after 22 days on the market. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.

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8278 Artista Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92646

  • 2 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,225 sq ft
  • Built 1974
$850,000

MLS# OC26115992

Subdivision Mariners Cove West

The home

About 8278 Artista Drive

Less than a mile from the beach and nestled within the exclusive gated coastal community of Mariners Cove West, a charming enclave of only 50 homes, this lovely two-story townhome offers the perfect blend of beach-close living, resort-style amenities, and the warmth of an inviting home. Enjoy a quiet interior location near the sparkling association pool & spa, with easy access to downtown Huntington Beach, the pier, Pacific City, vibrant shopping, dining, entertainment, and near award-winning schools. This beautifully upgraded 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath PUD townhome features a two-car garage, central A/C, dual pane windows, plantation shutters, raised panel interior doors, mirrored closets with custom built-in organizers, ceiling fans, and a spacious courtyard-style patio ideal for entertaining, relaxing, and evening barbecues with cool ocean breezes. A lush greenbelt walking path leads to the front door, where you step inside to a light-filled, open-flowing floorplan with a spacious living room showcasing a cozy fireplace and seamless access to the dining area and upgraded kitchen. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with recessed lighting, Silestone countertops, Travertine-style tile flooring, upgraded solid-wood cabinetry with glass display panels, and stainless appliances including electric range, microwave, and LG dishwasher. Sliding glass doors open to the private patio with stucco walls, a deep storage closet, a laundry closet for full-size appliances, and direct access to the two-car garage. A half bath with Silestone-type vanity completes the downstairs level, while an upgraded hardwood staircase takes you upstairs where you find two bedrooms, a large linen cabinet with pull-outs, and a beautifully upgraded shared bathroom with Silestone-type countertop, dual sinks, shower, and and a separate soaking tub. The generous primary bedroom offers plenty of space for a sitting area, creating a peaceful retreat at the end of the day. Mariners Cove offers outstanding resort-style amenities including pool, spa, clubhouse, lush greenbelts, and ample guest parking. Enjoy the very best of coastal Huntington Beach living in this beautiful Mariners Cove home!

Property details for 8278 Artista Drive

This 2-bedroom, 2-bath townhome sits in the Mariners Cove West neighborhood of Huntington Beach in Orange County. It offers 1,225 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1974. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 148-033-16. Highlights include a community pool and spa, a fireplace, a gated community, a two-car garage, central air, and an updated 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
$850,000
Days On Site
N/A
Bedrooms
2
Inside Area (SqFt)
1,225 sqft
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Baths
1
Lot Size
N/A
Year Built
1974
MLS® Number
OC26115992
Status
Sold
Property Tax
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
$378 monthly
Sq Ft Source
Assessor

General Features

Property Type
Townhouse
MLS Number
OC26115992
Year Built
1974
Living Area (sq ft)
1,225
Living Area Source
Assessor
Lot Size (sq ft)
1,417
Lot Size (acres)
0.0325
Levels
Two
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spaces
2
View
Pool
HOA Dues
$378
HOA Frequency
Monthly
HOA Name
Mariners Cove West
Parcel Number
14803316
On Market Date
2026-06-04
Listing Terms
Standard

Interior Features

Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Storage, All Bedrooms Up
Appliances
Built In Range, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Water Heater
Flooring
Carpet, Tile
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Gas Starter, Living Room
Laundry
Laundry Closet, Outside
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Entry Level
1
Common Walls
Two Common Walls Or More
Doors
Mirrored Closet Doors, Panel Doors, Sliding Doors

Exterior Features

Architectural Style
Cape Cod
Roof
Composition
Foundation
Slab
Lot Features
Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Sprinkler System
Patio and Porch
Enclosed, Patio, Tile
Parking
Door Single, Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Storage
Fencing
Stucco Wall
Pool Features
Gunite, Heated, In Ground, Association
Spa
Association, Gunite, Heated, In Ground
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
Utilities
Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Condition
Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
Units
1

Community Features

Subdivision
Mariners Cove West (MACW)
Community Features
Street Lights, Suburban, Sidewalks, Gated, Park
Association Amenities
Pool, Spa Hot Tub
Security
Gated Community

The record

Property History for 8278 Artista Drive

DateEventPriceNote
Aug 5, 2026 Sold $850,000
Jun 4, 2026 Listed for sale $875,000

No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.

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About Huntington Beach

Huntington Beach stretches along the Pacific coast in Orange County, anchored by its landmark pier, the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, and Huntington Central Park, the largest city-owned park in the county. Nicknamed Surf City USA, the community spans beachfront blocks, the waterways of Huntington Harbour, and inland neighborhoods within the Huntington Beach Union High School District.

Huntington Beach home sales, past 12 months

Homes sold
138
Median price
$1,065,875
Median days on market
24
Median per sq ft
$667

Recorded MLS closings of townhomes, Sep 27, 2025 to Sep 27, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.

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Schools

Schools for 8278 Artista Drive

As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.

Elementary
Moffett
Middle
Sowers
High
Edison
District
Huntington Beach Union High

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Listed by Lily Campbell of First Team Real Estate

Listing information updated Aug 5, 2026 at 3:12 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.

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