1696 Palau Place Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Mesa Verde NeighborhoodEstimated payment $10,102/month
Total Views
1,082
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,776
Sq Ft
$954
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Popular Property
- Wood Flooring
- Bonus Room
- Updated Kitchen
- Modern Architecture
- Granite Countertops
About This Home
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.
Listing Agent
Circle Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 714 363-8345 License #01936372 Listed on: 08/21/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,401
Year Built
- Built in 1960
Lot Details
- 8,319 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Public Parking
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Modern Architecture
- Turnkey
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Fire Rated Drywall
- Pre-Cast Concrete Construction
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,776 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Frame Window
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Den
- Bonus Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Six Burner Stove
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Water Line To Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Quartz Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Granite Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Outdoor Storage
Schools
- Adams Elementary School
- Twinkle Middle School
- Estancia High School
Additional Features
- Halls are 36 inches wide or more
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 37
- Tax Tract Number 3529
- Assessor Parcel Number 13927108
- $1,011 per year additional tax assessments
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Park
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,401 | $910,261 | $783,029 | $127,232 |
| 2024 | $10,401 | $892,413 | $767,675 | $124,738 |
| 2023 | $10,090 | $874,915 | $752,622 | $122,293 |
| 2022 | $9,813 | $857,760 | $737,864 | $119,896 |
| 2021 | $9,560 | $840,942 | $723,396 | $117,546 |
| 2020 | $9,455 | $832,320 | $715,979 | $116,341 |
| 2019 | $9,255 | $816,000 | $701,940 | $114,060 |
| 2018 | $6,854 | $589,131 | $479,069 | $110,062 |
| 2017 | $6,739 | $577,580 | $469,676 | $107,904 |
| 2016 | $5,194 | $432,718 | $324,550 | $108,168 |
| 2015 | $5,144 | $426,219 | $319,675 | $106,544 |
| 2014 | $5,029 | $417,870 | $313,413 | $104,457 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2025 08/21/25 | For Sale | $1,695,000 | -- | $954 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Mortgage Information Service | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Wfg Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $600,000 | Wfg National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Mis |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $850,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $740,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $480,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $225,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $333,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $36,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Similar Homes in Costa Mesa, CA
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: PW25188167
APN: 139-271-08
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