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281 Santo Tomas Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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281 Santo Tomas Ave Costa Mesa, CA 92627

$1,799,900 Sold Price as of 10/24/2023
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,726 Sq.Ft.
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$1,799,900 Sold Price as of 10/24/2023 Refinance Your Mortgage
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Property Overview: 281 Santo Tomas Ave Costa Mesa, CA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,726 living square feet and 6,750 square feet lot size. Call an Ardent Real Estate Group agent with any questions you may have.

Agent Remarks: Experience exceptional living in this amazing, completely remodeled 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home situated on a quiet cul-de-sac street in the highly desirable neighborhood of Eastside Costa Mesa. With it’s picture-perfect curb appeal featuring a white picket fence, new grass, fresh exterior paint, new roofing, new windows throughout, and a long driveway, this home is sure to impress. Step inside to discover the newly upgraded interior, boasting luxurious vinyl flooring, smooth ceilings, and recessed lighting. The open floor plan seamlessly combines the living room, dining room, and kitchen into a spacious area. The living room features a new chic fireplace, while the dining area showcases a large bay bench window. The gourmet kitchen is appointed with stunning quartz countertops, white shaker cabinetry accented with gold hardware, a stylish tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, farm house basin sink, and a large eat-at-island with pendant lighting- perfect for entertaining. The main floor comprises two sizable bedrooms, both equipped with spacious wardrobes. One of the bedrooms even has a slider door opening to the backyard. The hallway leads to two fully remodeled bathrooms, each featuring new vanities, sinks, mirrors, lighting, and tile flooring. One bathroom boasts a tiled shower, while the other showcases a tiled bathtub enclosure. Upstairs, you’ll find the primary bedroom with vaulted ceilings, an oversized wardrobe, and an en-suite fully remodeled bathroom. The bathroom offers a dual sink vanity and a walk-in shower with an overhead rain shower head. The backyard provides ample space for a sparkling pool or an accessory dwelling unit (ADU). Additionally, the detached two car garage is generously sized, allowing for extra storage possibilities. This home comes with several bonus features, including all new PEX plumbing, new electrical throughout, a new 200-amp electrical panel, a new water heater, new HVAC system with new ducting and insulation in the attic, inside laundry, and a new mini split cooling unit in the primary bedroom. 281 Santo Tomas is conveniently located offering access to world-class Newport beaches, John Wayne Airport, Back Bay hiking trails, South Coast Plaza, Fashion Island, Orange County Fairgrounds, and multiple freeways (55,405,73). It is also within the highly regarded Newport Mesa School District. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity for coastal farm house living on the Eastside.

Listed by Maryam Amiri | BRE #01804754 | Redfin
Last checked: 5 minutes ago | Last updated: December 6th, 2023 | Source CRMLS | DOM: 7

Home details

Lot Sq. Ft
6,750
HOA Dues
$0/mo
Year built
1955
Garage
2 Car
Property Type:
Single Family Home
Status
Sold
MLS#
OC23175829
City
Costa Mesa
County
Orange
Time on Site
365 days

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Property Details for 281 Santo Tomas Ave

Interior Features
Cooling Information
  • Has Cooling
  • Central Air, Dual, Electric, High Efficiency
Heating Information
  • Has Heating
  • Central, Electric
Laundry Information
  • Has Laundry
  • Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Stackable
Fireplace Information
  • Has Fireplace
  • Living Room, Electric
Room Information
  • Downstairs Bedrooms: 2
  • Downstairs Bathrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Counter / Bar, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, In Kitchen, In Living Room
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Entry, Formal Entry, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Kitchen Information
  • Has Appliances
  • Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas & Electric Range, Gas Cooktop, High Efficiency Water Heater, Microwave, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater
  • Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-closing drawers
Bathroom Information
  • # of Baths (Full): 3
Interior Features
  • High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Unfurnished
  • Levels: Three Or More
Exterior Features
Exterior Information
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Has Fence
  • Good Condition, Vinyl, Wood
  • No Spa
  • Spa Features: None
Exterior Features
  • Has Patio
  • No Pool
  • Pool Features: None
  • Patio
Lot Details / Garage and Parking
Parking/Garage Information
  • # of Garage Spaces: 2
  • # of Parking Spaces: 4
  • Has Parking
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Garage - Single Door, Parking Space, Side by Side
  • No Attached Garage
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Common Interest: None
Property Information
  • No View
  • View: None
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Total # of Units: 1
  • Parcel Number: 43920136
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Property is not Attached
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Offered With Property: Stove
Homeowners Association, Utilities, Taxes / Assessments
Homeowners Association
  • Is Not Part of Association
Utilities Information
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Assessment Information
  • Has Assessments
  • Assessments: Unknown
Schools
School Information
  • Elementary School: Woodland/Kaiser
  • Elementary School: WOOKAI
  • Middle/Junior High School: Horace Ensign
  • Middle/Junior High School: HORENS
  • High School: Newport Harbor
  • High School: NEWHAR
  • High School District: Newport Mesa Unified
Location / Neighborhood
Location Information
  • Subdivision Name: Other (OTHR)
  • Other Subdivision Name: Other
  • Directions: From Irvine Ave head West on Mesa drive then Left on Santa Ana. Santo Tomas is 1 block up on right
Neighborhood Information
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Suburban
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Sale History for 281 Santo Tomas Ave

Last leased for $4,000 on December 6th, 2023

  • December, 2023

  • Dec 6, 2023

    Date

    Leased

    CRMLS: OC23215599

    $4,000

    Price

  • Nov 23, 2023

    Date

    Active

    CRMLS: OC23215599

    $4,000

    Price

  • Listing provided courtesy of CRMLS

    Short term rental only available through Mid February.

  • October, 2023

  • Oct 24, 2023

    Date

    Sold

    CRMLS: OC23175829

    $1,799,900

    Price

  • Sep 20, 2023

    Date

    Active

    CRMLS: OC23175829

    $1,799,900

    Price

  • September, 2023

  • Sep 20, 2023

    Date

    Canceled

    CRMLS: OC23107679

    $1,850,000

    Price

  • Jun 16, 2023

    Date

    Active

    CRMLS: OC23107679

    $1,949,900

    Price

  • Listing provided courtesy of CRMLS

  • August, 2022

  • Aug 3, 2022

    Date

    Active

    CRMLS: OC22170903

    $1,230,000

    Price

  • Aug 2, 2022

    Date

    Sold

    CRMLS: OC22170903

    $1,230,000

    Price

  • Listing provided courtesy of CRMLS

    Home for sale in Costa Mesa

  • January, 2021

  • Jan 15, 2021

    Date

    Canceled

    CRMLS: OC20204617

    $934,900

    Price

  • Jan 7, 2021

    Date

    Active

    CRMLS: OC20204617

    $934,900

    Price

  • Jan 7, 2021

    Date

    Price Change

    CRMLS: OC20204617

    $934,900

    Price

  • Dec 16, 2020

    Date

    Active Under Contract

    CRMLS: OC20204617

    $999,900

    Price

  • Sep 30, 2020

    Date

    Active

    CRMLS: OC20204617

    $999,900

    Price

  • Listing provided courtesy of CRMLS

    **BUILDER OPPORTUNITY** Remodel or build your dream home. Fifty foot wide, flat lot. Located in the highly desirable Eastside of Costa Mesa Neighborhood. Just a short distance to award winning schools, world class shopping and restaurants, the Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve, the beach, trails, Fashion Island, Santa Ana Country Club and so much more.

  • August, 2020

  • Aug 11, 2020

    Date

    Sold

    CRMLS: OC20126819

    $935,000

    Price

  • Jul 28, 2020

    Date

    Pending

    CRMLS: OC20126819

    $949,888

    Price

  • Jul 24, 2020

    Date

    Active

    CRMLS: OC20126819

    $949,888

    Price

  • Jul 21, 2020

    Date

    Pending

    CRMLS: OC20126819

    $949,888

    Price

  • Jul 8, 2020

    Date

    Active

    CRMLS: OC20126819

    $949,888

    Price

  • Jun 30, 2020

    Date

    Coming Soon

    CRMLS: OC20126819

    $949,888

    Price

  • Listing provided courtesy of CRMLS

    East Side Gem! Adorable cottage on a quiet friendly street. This has not been on the market for over 60 years!!! Here is your opportunity to build your dream home or restore one of the first built homes in the neighborhood! Great lot! Close to beautiful Newport Beach, Newport Harbor, the Back Bay, Triangle Square, Fashion Island, South Coast Plaza and Orange County Airport! There are trails in the near back bay and golf courses too!!

  • August, 2020

  • Aug 10, 2020

    Date

    Sold (Public Records)

    Public Records

    $935,000

    Price

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Tax History for 281 Santo Tomas Ave

Assessed Value (2020): $53,645
Year Land Value Improved Value Assessed Value
2020 $22,358 $31,287 $53,645

Home Value Compared to the Market

This property vs the competition

281 Santo Tomas Ave sold on October 24, 2023 for 38.45% higher than the current median sold price for the city of Costa Mesa which is $1,300,000. The median sold price per/sqft for Costa Mesa is $801 and this home is sold at $1042.82 per/sqft which puts the price per square foot 30.19% higher than the current median sale per square foot for the city of Costa Mesa.

About 281 Santo Tomas Ave

Detailed summary of property

281 Santo Tomas Ave is a single family home that recently sold in Costa Mesa, CA 92627. This house offered 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, roughly 1,726 living square feet, and sits on an approximately 6,750 square foot lot. 281 Santo Tomas Ave was first listed on ArdentRealEstateGroup.com on September 20, 2023. The homeowner sold the property for $1,799,900. Home in Costa Mesa are selling for a median price of $1,300,000 and a median price per square foot of $801. Based on Ardent Real Estate Group's Costa Mesa Market Data, this home is sold 38.45% higher than the current median priced home. Local homes that are currently for sale include 213 Hanover Dr, 1084 Corona Ln and 236 Loyola Rd. While the average home in Costa Mesa, CA is selling in 43 days, 281 Santo Tomas Ave has a days on market of 7 days. There are currently 148 homes for sale in the Costa Mesa real estate market and 110 of them are single family homes while 21 of them are condos and 17 are townhomes. For more information on this home for sale at 281 Santo Tomas Ave Costa Mesa, CA 92627 contact Ardent Real Estate Group and we will put you in touch with one of our Costa Mesa agents.

Public Facts for 281 Santo Tomas Ave

Public county record property details
Beds
3
Baths
2
Year built
1955
Sq. Ft.
1,726
Lot Size
6,750
Stories
3
Type
Single Family Residential
Pool
No
Spa
No
County
Orange
Lot#
70
APN
439-201-36

The source for these homes facts are from public records.

92627 Real Estate Sale History (Last 30 days)

Last 30 days of sale history and trends
Median List Price
$1,420,000
Median List Price/Sq.Ft.
$825
Median Sold Price
$1,070,000
Median Sold Price/Sq.Ft.
$855
Total Inventory
84
Median Sale to List Price %
99.17%
Avg Days on Market
20
Loan Type
Conventional (66.67%), FHA (0%), VA (0%), Cash (5.56%), Other (22.22%)

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