3161 Mainway Drive, Los Alamitos, CA 90720
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,736 sq ft
- 7,810 sq ft lot
- Built 1958
$1,735,000
Subdivision Rossmoor
18 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,725,000
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The home
About 3161 Mainway Drive
Welcome to this beautifully updated, truly turnkey Estates Model in the heart of Rossmoor! Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,736 square feet of inviting living space on a generous 7,810 square-foot lot, this lovely home blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. Walk inside to an expansive living room with vaulted ceilings, a remodeled kitchen with updated appliances and top-of-the-line cabinetry with several built-in features, updated bathrooms, custom hardwood molding, and brand-new luxury, wide-plank laminate flooring throughout. Additional improvements within the last 3 years include a 50-year Presidential roof, copper plumbing throughout, replacement of the main sewer line, a newer HVAC system, and a new water heater. A refreshed fireplace hearth adds another welcoming touch, while the expansive covered backyard patio creates the perfect setting for entertaining, outdoor dining, or simply enjoying the beautiful Southern California weather. The updated exterior features vibrant landscaping, a concrete driveway with pavers, and custom brick masonry for added curb appeal. Ideally situated within walking distance of Rossmoor's shops and restaurants and near award-winning local schools, this move-in-ready home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and the sought-after Rossmoor lifestyle.
Property details for 3161 Mainway Drive
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Rossmoor neighborhood of Los Alamitos in Orange County. It offers 1,736 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,735,000, about $999 per square foot. The home was built in 1958. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 086-152-06. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, a 7,810-square-foot lot, 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
- $1,735,000
- Days On Site
- New Today
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,736 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 7,810 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1958
- MLS® Number
- PW26211974
- Status
- Coming Soon
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- PW26211974
- Year Built
- 1958
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,736
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 7,810
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1793
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 6
- View
- Neighborhood
- Parcel Number
- 08615206
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, Separate Formal Dining Room, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Paneling Wainscoting, Recessed Lighting, Storage, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Range, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring
- Laminate
- Heating
- Central, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Accessibility
- No Stairs, Accessible Doors
- Rooms
- Primary Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Dining Room, Bedroom, Living Room, Primary Bathroom
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Awnings
- Construction
- Copper Plumbing
- Lot Features
- Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped, Sprinkler System, Street Level, Yard
- Patio and Porch
- Covered, Patio
- Parking
- Door Multi, Driveway Level, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Side
- Fencing
- Block, Wrought Iron
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled, Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Rossmoor
- Community Features
- Sidewalks
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 3161 Mainway Drive
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 21, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,735,000 | |
| Jul 28, 2023 | Sold | $1,535,000 | First Team Real Estate |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.40% · 30-yr fixed$
$13,617/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $173,500 down
Principal & interest$10,812
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$651
Property tax (est. county typical)$1,648
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$506
HOANot reported, not included
$11,764/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $347,000 down
Principal & interest$9,610
Property tax (est. county typical)$1,648
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$506
HOANot reported, not included
$10,563/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $520,500 down
Principal & interest$8,409
Property tax (est. county typical)$1,648
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$506
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$2,154/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. county typical)$1,648
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$506
HOANot reported, not included
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.40% (week of Oct 15, 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 Orange County rate. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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The neighborhood
Rossmoor home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 18
- Median price
- $1,725,000
- Median days on market
- 7
- Median per sq ft
- $845
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Rossmoor sales
At $999 per square foot, this home's asking price is 18% above the Rossmoor median of $845 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Rossmoor sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12042 Davenport | Oct 9, 2026 | $1,550,000 | 1,702 | $911 | 5 |
| 11432 Martha Ann | Sep 30, 2026 | $1,380,000 | 1,662 | $830 | 6 |
| 12391 Martha Ann | Sep 30, 2026 | $1,525,000 | 1,735 | $879 | 17 |
| 11521 Wembley | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,750,000 | 2,324 | $753 | 15 |
| 11731 Foster Road | Sep 17, 2026 | $1,801,000 | 1,990 | $905 | 8 |
Schools
Schools for 3161 Mainway Drive
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Hopkinson
- Middle
- Oak
- High
- Los Alamitos
- District
- Los Alamitos Unified
Location
Location
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Listed by Melissa Bragman of Compass
Listing information updated Oct 21, 2026 at 12:53 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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