3281 Michigan Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,988 sq ft
- 6,600 sq ft lot
- Built 1962
Est. $11,871/mo with 20% down, 30-year fixed
$880 a sq ft against a $902 State Streets II median. Ask how it comparesSubdivision State Streets II
8 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,587,500
The home
About 3281 Michigan Avenue
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.
Property details for 3281 Michigan Avenue
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the State Streets II neighborhood of Costa Mesa in Orange County. It has 1,988 square feet of living space on a 6,600-square-foot lot and is listed at $1,749,000, about $880 per square foot. The home was built in 1962. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 139-074-01. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, and an attached two-car garage.
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Photos of 3281 Michigan Avenue, Costa Mesa
Specifications
Home Details
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- OC26194091
- Year Built
- 1962
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,988
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,600
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1515
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- None
- Parcel Number
- 13907401
- On Market Date
- 2026-09-10
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Quartz Counters, All Bedrooms Down, Attic
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Cooling
- Whole House Fan, Attic Fan
- Fireplace
- Family Room, Living Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Rooms
- Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Attic, Bonus Room, Bedroom, Living Room, Family Room, Primary Bathroom
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Yard
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- State Streets II (MST2)
- Community Features
- Biking, Dog Park, Golf, Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks
The record
Property History for 3281 Michigan Avenue
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2026 | Price reduced | $1,749,000 | From $1,849,000 |
| Sep 10, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,849,000 |
No prior MLS sales on record for this home since 2012.
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Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 3281 Michigan Avenue
We looked up this home's map point in public government maps. These facts are not part of the MLS listing.
Hazard zones
- Flood zone
Zone X. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0258J effective December 3, 2009. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Not in a fire hazard severity zone on the State Fire Marshal's map.
CAL FIRE, State Fire Marshal map for Local Responsibility Areas, March 24, 2025. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Earthquake fault zone
Outside the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones.
California Geological Survey, Earthquake Fault Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released July 1, 1986. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Liquefaction zone
Inside a Seismic Hazard Zone for liquefaction.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Fiber: AT&T, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 44 of 44 residential locations in this census block. Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 44 of 44. DSL: AT&T, up to 100 Mbps, at 1 of 44.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590638052000, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.2 miles away (EVgo, 4 DC fast ports). 471 public charging ports within 3 miles.
U.S. Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center. Straight-line distance. Checked October 15, 2026.
These facts are for the listing's map point, which can sit off the lot. A zone line can also cross a lot, and agencies revise their maps. In cities, the fire zone line follows the State Fire Marshal's 2025 map; each city adopts its own map and may add areas. These lines are not a Natural Hazard Disclosure. Check the official maps and the seller's disclosures before you rely on them. Sources for the earthquake zone lines: Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones (2025). Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Seismic Hazard Zones (2025).
Official maps
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.32% · 30-yr fixedEstimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.32% (week of Oct 22, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Costa Mesa rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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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.
State Streets II home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 8
- Median price
- $1,587,500
- Median days on market
- 24
- Median per sq ft
- $902
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 21, 2025 to Oct 21, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent State Streets II sales
At $880 per square foot, this home's asking price is close to the State Streets II median of $902 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent State Streets II sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1732 Missouri | Aug 27, 2026 | $1,403,000 | 1,614 | $869 | 49 |
| 3230 Oregon | Jul 7, 2026 | $1,550,000 | 2,028 | $764 | 51 |
| 3233 Michigan | Jun 10, 2026 | $1,630,000 | 2,425 | $672 | 34 |
| 3344 Alabama | Apr 9, 2026 | $1,810,000 | 2,514 | $720 | 0 |
| 1657 Texas | Feb 17, 2026 | $1,575,000 | 1,402 | $1,123 | 14 |
Schools
School District for 3281 Michigan Avenue
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 Matthew Kanoudi of The L3
Listing information updated Oct 12, 2026 at 2:43 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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