$899,000
2Beds2Baths1,044SqFt
1741 Tustin Avenue 14DCosta Mesa, CA 92627Orleans Townhomes
3165 College, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,240 sq ft
- Built 1964
Subdivision French Quarters
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The home
About 3165 College
Welcome to 3165 College Avenue, a beautifully updated three-bedroom condo in Costa Mesa’s desirable Halecrest neighborhood. Offering one of the largest floor plans in the French Quarters community, this thoughtfully remodeled home is designed for comfortable everyday living and combines generous interior space, modern finishes, inviting indoor-outdoor living, central air conditioning, and the added benefit of a fully paid-off solar system with backup battery.
Natural light fills the welcoming living area through oversized windows, creating a bright and comfortable space to relax or entertain. The remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, abundant cabinetry with soft-close doors and drawers, a dual-oven cooktop, and a built-in bar ideal for entertaining. Large sliding glass doors open directly to the private patio, offering a peaceful setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or weekend barbecues. The patio also provides convenient direct access to the garage, where the washer and dryer hookups are located.
Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers generous closet space and a beautifully remodeled ensuite bathroom with quartz countertops, floor-to-ceiling tile, and an oversized walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, a home office, or fitness space, while the remodeled secondary bathroom completes the upper level.
Additional upgrades include Philips Hue recessed lighting in the living and dining areas, an all-electric smart thermostat, an upgraded 200-amp electrical panel, central A/C, and a high-efficiency solar system with backup battery that is fully paid off—providing the benefit of renewable energy without an ongoing solar lease or loan payment.
Ideally situated near Killybrooke Elementary and convenient to shopping, dining, entertainment, and everyday necessities, the home also enjoys access to community amenities including a private swimming pool and clubhouse. With its spacious floor plan, updated interiors, private outdoor space, energy-efficient upgrades, and convenient Costa Mesa location, 3165 College Avenue offers an exceptional combination of comfort, style, and low-maintenance living.
Property details for 3165 College
This 3-bedroom, 3-bath townhome sits in the French Quarters neighborhood of Costa Mesa in Orange County. It offers 1,240 square feet of living space and is listed at $899,000, about $725 per square foot. The home was built in 1964. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 418-145-26. Highlights include a community pool, 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
- $899,000
- Days On Site
- 13 Days
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,240 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- N/A
- Year Built
- 1964
- MLS® Number
- OC26203832
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $480 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Townhouse
- MLS Number
- OC26203832
- Year Built
- 1964
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,240
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 1,616
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0371
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- Park Greenbelt, Pool
- HOA Dues
- $480
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- French Quarters
- Parcel Number
- 41814526
- On Market Date
- 2026-09-21
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Crown Molding, Eat In Kitchen, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Unfurnished, Bar, All Bedrooms Up
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Tile, Vinyl
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air, Attic Fan
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- Two Common Walls Or More
- Accessibility
- Accessible Hallways
- Rooms
- Entry Foyer, Bathroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Bedroom, Living Room, Family Room
Exterior Features
- Construction
- Drywall, Glass, Stucco
- Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter
- Patio and Porch
- Open, Patio
- Parking
- Assigned, Door Multi, Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Side By Side
- Fencing
- Excellent Condition, Wood
- Pool Features
- Community, Association
- Sewer
- Private Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Faces
- West
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- French Quarters (FRQT)
- Community Features
- Park, Pool
- Association Amenities
- Clubhouse, Pool
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fire Detection System, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 3165 College
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | Listed for sale | $995,995 | |
| Feb 29, 2016 | Sold | $426,000 | Keller Williams Realty |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$7,377/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $89,900 down
Principal & interest$5,399
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$337
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$899
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$262
HOA from listing$480
$6,440/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $179,800 down
Principal & interest$4,799
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$899
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$262
HOA from listing$480
$5,840/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $269,700 down
Principal & interest$4,199
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$899
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$262
HOA from listing$480
Estimated carrying cost
$1,641/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$899
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$262
HOA from listing$480
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.03% (week of Sep 24, 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.
Costa Mesa home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 53
- Median price
- $900,000
- Median days on market
- 14
- Median per sq ft
- $692
Recorded MLS closings of townhomes, Sep 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Costa Mesa sales
At $725 per square foot, this home's asking price is close to the Costa Mesa median of $692 for townhomes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Costa Mesa sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 520 Caleigh | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,270,000 | 1,884 | $674 | 23 |
| 1741 Tustin Avenue 12C | Sep 19, 2026 | $1,030,000 | 1,334 | $772 | 35 |
| 2414 Niagara | Sep 17, 2026 | $817,000 | 1,120 | $729 | 141 |
| 1424 Deauville Place | Sep 14, 2026 | $794,000 | 1,100 | $722 | 46 |
| 380 W Wilson E105 | Sep 5, 2026 | $975,000 | 1,650 | $591 | 8 |
Schools
Schools for 3165 College
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Killybrooke
- District
- Newport Mesa Unified
Living in Costa Mesa covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Location
Location
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Listed by Aaron Andersen of Luxe Real Estate
Listing information updated Oct 3, 2026 at 4:54 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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