$1,695,000 - 1696 Palau Place, Costa Mesa

  • 3Beds
  • 2Baths
  • 1,776SQ. Feet
  • 0.19Acres

Costa Mesa Home Sale

Tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac in the heart of Mesa Verde’s coveted Inner Loop, 1696 Palau Place offers the perfect mix of comfort, character, and potential. This single-story home features 3 spacious bedrooms plus a versatile bonus room—ideal as a home office or 4th bedroom—and 2 full bathrooms across 1,776 sq. ft. of living space. Sitting on a generous 8,319 sq. ft. lot, it provides plenty of room for expansion and the opportunity for a creative buyer to add their own style and vision. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors throughout, a warm gas fireplace in the living room, and a chef’s kitchen fully remodeled in 2019—showcasing Viking appliances, quartz countertops, a large island, and modern finishes. A 200-amp electrical panel installed in 2020 ensures the home is ready for today’s lifestyle. Living in Mesa Verde means more than just a great location—you’ll enjoy close proximity to Mesa Verde Country Club, Costa Mesa Golf Course, top-rated schools, and local parks, along with a neighborhood that celebrates community with festive 4th of July gatherings, Halloween fun, and a cherished Christmas parade. Move-in ready with plenty of potential for personalization, this home is a rare find in one of Costa Mesa’s most sought-after neighborhoods.

Sales Agent

Sam Smith
  • Sam Smith
  • San Clemente Realtor ®
  • Phone: 949-204-5110
  • Cell: 949-204-5110
  • Contact Agent Now

Amenities

  • UtilitiesElectricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Parking Spaces2
  • ParkingDriveway, Garage, On Street, Public
  • # of Garages2
  • GaragesDriveway, Garage, On Street, Public
  • ViewNone
  • PoolNone

School Information

  • DistrictNewport Mesa Unified
  • ElementaryAdams
  • MiddleTwinkle
  • HighEstancia

Essential Information

  • MLS® #PW25188167
  • Price$1,695,000
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms2.00
  • Full Baths2
  • Square Footage1,776
  • Acres0.19
  • Year Built1960
  • TypeResidential
  • Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
  • StyleRanch, Modern
  • StatusClosed
  • Listing AgentMike Garcia
  • Listing OfficeCircle Real Estate

Exterior

  • ExteriorStucco, Brick, Concrete, Drywall
  • Lot DescriptionLandscaped, Walkstreet, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
  • WindowsWood Frames
  • ConstructionStucco, Brick, Concrete, Drywall
  • FoundationConcrete Perimeter

Additional Information

  • Date ListedAugust 1st, 2025
  • Days on Market7
  • Short SaleN
  • RE / Bank OwnedN

Community Information

  • Address1696 Palau Place
  • AreaC1 - Mesa Verde
  • CityCosta Mesa
  • CountyOrange
  • Zip Code92626

Interior

  • InteriorWood
  • Interior FeaturesGranite Counters, Quartz Counters, All Bedrooms Down, Eat-in Kitchen
  • AppliancesSixBurnerStove, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Water To Refrigerator
  • HeatingForced Air
  • CoolingCentral Air
  • FireplaceYes
  • FireplacesFamily Room, Gas
  • # of Stories1
  • StoriesOne

Price Change History for 1696 Palau Place, Costa Mesa, (MLS® #PW25188167)

Date Details Price Change
Closed
Pending
Active Under Contract (from Active)

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