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2252 Federal, Costa Mesa
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$1,259,000
1 Day On Site

2252 Federal
Costa Mesa, CA 92627

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1,040
SqFt
$1,211
/SqFt
1956
Built
Subdivision:
Sunshine Homes West (SUNW)
County:
Orange
Listed by Lawrence Robinson of Compass robinsoncarealtor@gmail.com
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Welcome to 2252 Federal Avenue, a beautifully maintained single-story home in the heart of Costa Mesa. This three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence offers a functional layout designed for comfortable Southern California living. The interior features a light-filled open floor plan with updated flooring, bathroom tile, and carpet throughout. The upgraded kitchen includes custom wood cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stainless-steel appliances, providing both style and functionality for everyday living and entertaining. Both bathrooms have been tastefully renovated with updated vanities, designer tile, and contemporary fixtures. An extended driveway provides additional parking, along with an attached two-car garage offering convenience and storage. Ideally located near Newport Beach and Huntington Beach, the property offers convenient access to coastal amenities, parks, and outdoor recreation. Fairview Park, the Santa Ana River Trail, and nearby hiking and biking paths are just minutes away. The home is also located within the Newport-Mesa Unified School District and near major freeways including the 55, 405, and Pacific Coast Highway for easy commuting. Shopping, dining, and entertainment options are nearby, including South Coast Plaza, Fashion Island, and local cafes and boutiques along 17th Street. This property offers a desirable combination of location, updates, and accessibility within Orange County.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,259,000
Days On Site 
1 Day
Bedrooms 
3
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,040 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.1309 Acres
Year Built 
1956
MLS® Number 
SW26200664
Status 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
yesterdayListing first seen on site
yesterdayListing updated with changes from the MLS®
General Features
Acres 
0.1309
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
Cooling 
Central AirHeat Pump
Fireplace Features 
None
Flooring 
CarpetTile
Interior 
Master Downstairs
Laundry Features 
Electric Dryer HookupGas Dryer HookupIn Garage
Main Level Bedrooms 
3
Bedroom 
Kitchen 
Living Room 
Master Bathroom 
Master Bedroom 
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Exterior Features
Lot Features 
Rectangular Lot
Pool Features 
None
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Neighborhood
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Neighborhood
Community Features
Community Features 
Park
MLS Area 
C2 - Southwest Costa Mesa
School District 
Newport Mesa Unified
Financing Terms Available 
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Building Access 
ground
Schools
School District
Newport Mesa Unified
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown
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Property Details for 2252 Federal

This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Sunshine Homes West neighborhood of Costa Mesa in Orange County. It offers 1,040 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,259,000, about $1,211 per square foot. The home was built in 1956. Highlights include single-story living, an attached two-car garage, a 5,702-square-foot lot, and central air. 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 Sunshine Homes West, 5 single-family homes have closed in the last 12 months at a median of $1,225,000, based on recorded MLS closings. The median was 6 days on market before going under contract.

Estimated monthly payment

6.71% · 30-yr fixed
$
$9,417/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $125,900 down
Principal & interest$7,319
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$472
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,259
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$367
HOANot reported, not included
$8,132/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $251,800 down
Principal & interest$6,506
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,259
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$367
HOANot reported, not included
$7,319/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $377,700 down
Principal & interest$5,693
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,259
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$367
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$1,626/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,259
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$367
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. 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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