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Address
2701 Cardinal, Costa Mesa, CA
Price
$ 1,950,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#PW26130430
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyOrange
- CityCosta Mesa
- Area Mesa Verde
- NeighborhoodBuccola I (MBB1)
- Zip92626
- Style
- Year Built1966
- Price$ 1,950,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2467
- Lot Size0.149 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
Create your dream home in Mesa Verde's highly sought-after Upper Birds neighborhood. Properties with this upside potential rarely come to market. Positioned on an elevated corner lot overlooking the rolling hills of Fairview Park and the iconic Fairview Park bridge, it's a rare chance to create something truly special in a neighborhood where location is everything. Whether your vision is to make it yours over time, perform a major renovation, or entirely new construction-- the value here is undeniable. Surrounded by beautifully remodeled and custom homes, this is the type of property buyers wait years to find. The home offers 5 bedrooms, including a downstairs bedroom and bath, hickory hardwood floors, a brick fireplace, a spacious primary suite, private backyard, covered patio, and a unique setting that captures views of Fairview Park from the kitchen and dining areas. The lifestyle is what makes Upper Birds so special. Just moments away are Fairview Park's hundreds of acres of open space, scenic walking and biking trails, the newly renovated Tanager Park with pickleball courts, playground, basketball and volleyball courts, the Costa Mesa Country Club public golf course, and the prestigious Mesa Verde Country Club. Enjoy easy bike access to both Newport Beach and Huntington Beach, along with close proximity to shopping, restaurants, Orange Coast College, the OC Fairgrounds, and top local schools. Bring your vision and take advantage of one of Costa Mesa's most sought-after neighborhoods.
| High School |
|---|
| Estancia High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Listed $2,000,000 |
| 7/29/2026 | 2$1,950,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2467 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Sewer Tap Paid |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | None |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Pool Features | None |
| Year Built | 1966 |
| View | Bridge(s),Hills |
| Levels | Three Or More,Multi/Split |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Community Features | Biking,Hiking,Street Lights,Suburban,Sidewalks,Park |
| County | Orange |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | Buccola I (MBB1) |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Special Listing Conditions | Standard |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From Oriole, South on Cardinal |
| High School | Estancia |
| City | Costa Mesa |
| Entry Location | 1 |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| High School District | Newport Mesa Unified |
| Number Of Units Total | 1 |
| MLS Area | C1 - Mesa Verde |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 6490 |
| Listing Terms | Submit |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Structure Type | House |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Tax Lot | 72 |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | COSTA MESA |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Bedroom on Main Level,Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Fireplace Features | Family Room,Living Room |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Common Walls | No Common Walls |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | false |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Laundry Features | Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,In Garage |
| Total Bedrooms | 5 |
| Entry Level | 1 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 1 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Lot Features | Back Yard,Corner Lot,Front Yard,Garden,Lawn,Near Park,Yard |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Public |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Lot Size Area | 6490 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.149 |
| Private Pool | false |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 92626
Price
Year Built
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