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3281 Michigan Avenue, Costa Mesa
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$1,849,000
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3281 Michigan Avenue
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
2
Total Baths
1
Full Bath
1
Partial Bath
1,988
SqFt
$930
/SqFt
1962
Built
Subdivision:
State Streets II (MST2)
County:
Orange
Listed by Matthew Kanoudi of The L3 mattkanoudi@gmail.com
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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.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,849,000
Days On Site 
0 Days
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,988 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
1
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.1515 Acres
Year Built 
1962
MLS® Number 
OC26194091
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
22 hours agoListing first seen on site
22 hours agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.1515
Attached Garage 
Yes
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Land Lease 
No
Levels 
One
Number Of Stories 
1
Parking 
Attached
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
Water Source 
Public
Interior Features
Appliances 
DishwasherExhaust FanRefrigeratorDryerWasher
Cooling 
Whole House FanAttic Fan
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomLiving Room
Interior 
Built-in FeaturesCeiling Fan(s)
Laundry Features 
Washer Hookup
Main Level Bedrooms 
3
Attic 
Bedroom 
Bonus Room 
Family Room 
Kitchen 
Living Room 
Master Bathroom 
Master Bedroom 
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Exterior Features
Lot Features 
Back YardCorner LotFront YardLandscaped
Pool Features 
None
Spa Features 
None
View 
None
Waterview 
None
Community Features
Association Amenities 
Dog Park
Community Features 
GolfParkStreet LightsSidewalks
MLS Area 
C1 - Mesa Verde
School District 
Newport Mesa Unified
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventionalVA Loan
Building Access 
1
Schools
School District
Newport Mesa Unified
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
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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 offers 1,988 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,849,000, about $930 per square foot. The home was built in 1962. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, and a 6,599-square-foot lot. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.

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.

In State Streets II, 13 single-family homes have closed in the last 12 months at a median of $1,575,000, based on recorded MLS closings. The median was 9 days on market before going under contract.

Estimated monthly payment

6.71% · 30-yr fixed
$
$13,830/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $184,900 down
Principal & interest$10,749
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$693
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,849
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$539
HOANot reported, not included
$11,943/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $369,800 down
Principal & interest$9,555
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,849
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$539
HOANot reported, not included
$10,748/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $554,700 down
Principal & interest$8,360
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,849
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$539
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$2,388/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,849
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$539
HOANot reported, not included

Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 6.71% (week of Sep 3, 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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