$1,775,000
SOLD MAR 20, 2025

296 Hanover Dr Costa Mesa, CA 92626

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,521 Sq Ft
7,140 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,167 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Stone Countertops
  • No HOA
  • Costa Mesa High School Rated A-
  • Lawn
  • Neighborhood Views

About This Home

As of March 2025

Welcome to the highly sought-after College Park neighborhood in Costa Mesa, where this stunning home offers exceptional curb appeal and timeless charm. Nestled on a spacious lot, this residence welcomes you with an open-concept layout and gleaming engineered hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout. The kitchen is a true masterpiece, featuring custom cabinetry, elegant marble countertops and backsplash, and high-end appliances that will delight any chef. Both bathrooms exude modern sophistication, with warm, stylish vanities and contemporary tile work that create a spa-like atmosphere. The expansive primary bedroom stands out, offering more space than most homes in the area. Its luxurious en-suite bath is equally impressive, with dual sinks and a beautifully tiled walk-in shower.Step outside to your own private oasis, perfect for entertaining with built-in outdoor Bose speakers, plenty of space for gatherings, and a variety of mature fruit trees. This home has been meticulously upgraded with thoughtful details, including a full-house water filtration system, fully paid-off solar panels, automatic lighting, and a newly reinforced roof with plywood. Every inch of this property has been carefully crafted to offer modern comfort and style. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this extraordinary house your home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Katie Eastman

Coldwell Banker Realty Brokerage Email: katie@katieeastmanrealestate.com License #01964654 Listed on: 02/07/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Katie Eastman

Coldwell Banker Realty Brokerage Email: katie@katieeastmanrealestate.com License #01964654 Listed on: 02/07/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 7,140 Sq Ft Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Lawn

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,521 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Six Burner Stove
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Stone Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Garage

Additional Features

  • Solar Heating System
  • Suburban Location
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • College Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 78
  • Tax Tract Number 3166
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14138115

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Assessments: Yes
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: College Park (COLP)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Parcel Number: 14138115
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1521.00 Square Feet
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1167.00
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down
  • Bathroom Features: Double Sinks In Primary Bath, Stone Counters
  • Room Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open To Family Room, Stone Counters

Exterior Features

  • View: Neighborhood
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove
  • Heating Type: Central, Solar
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Suburban

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Lawn, Sprinkler System
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7140.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1639

Multi Family

  • Lease Considered: No
  • Lot Size Area: 7140.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Census Tract: 639.05
  • Tax Lot: 78
  • Tax Tract Number: 3166

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 7, 2025
Closed on
Feb 25, 2025
Sold by
Gillett Alan Frederick
Bought by
296 Hanover Llc
Seller's Agent
Katie Eastman
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Katie Eastman
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$1,775,000
Premium/Discount to List
$80,000
4.72%
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
$1,755,065

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$19,935
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.23%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2020
Sold by
Gillett Alan F and Gillett Mallory C
Bought by
Gillett Alan Frederick and Gillett Mallory Christine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 2015
Sold by
Gillett Alan F and Gillett Mallory C
Bought by
Gillett Alan F and Gillett Mallory C

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 1, 2015
Closed on
Jul 16, 2015
Sold by
Berkuta Nicholas and Dubyak Johanna
Bought by
Gillett Allan F and Gillett Mallory C
Seller's Agent
Lori Robnett
First Team Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Renee Pina
Keller Williams Pacific Estate
List Price
$739,000
Sold Price
$736,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,500
-0.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.62%
Original Mortgage
$624,750
Interest Rate
4.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 2004
Sold by
King Kenneth and Beckstrom Amy
Bought by
Berkuta Nicholas and Dubyak Johanna

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$528,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 1997
Sold by
King Kenneth and Beckstrom Amy
Bought by
King Kenneth and Beckstrom Amy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$44,000
Interest Rate
8.08%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 28, 1996
Sold by
Hughes John B and Hughes Linda Bradley
Bought by
King Kenneth and Beckstrom Amy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$199,500
Interest Rate
7.82%
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,775,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Ticor Title Company
Grant Deed $736,500 Ticor Title
Grant Deed $660,000 Commonwealth Land Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Commonwealth Land Title
Grant Deed $210,000 Commonwealth Land Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $624,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $528,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $44,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $199,500 No Value Available
Closed $66,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/20/2025 03/20/25 Sold $1,775,000 +4.7% $1,167 / Sq Ft
02/10/2025 02/10/25 Pending -- -- --
02/07/2025 02/07/25 For Sale $1,695,000 +130.1% $1,114 / Sq Ft
08/18/2015 08/18/15 Sold $736,500 -0.3% $475 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/06/2015 07/06/15 Pending -- -- --
07/01/2015 07/01/15 For Sale $739,000 -- $477 / Sq Ft
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

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 $10,005 $871,864 $766,645 $105,219
2024 $10,005 $854,769 $751,613 $103,156
2023 $9,703 $838,009 $736,875 $101,134
2022 $9,432 $821,578 $722,427 $99,151
2021 $9,187 $805,469 $708,262 $97,207
2020 $9,085 $797,210 $700,999 $96,211
2019 $8,893 $781,579 $687,254 $94,325
2018 $8,715 $766,254 $673,778 $92,476
2017 $8,567 $751,230 $660,567 $90,663
2016 $8,382 $736,500 $647,614 $88,886
2015 $8,066 $710,000 $635,666 $74,334
2014 $7,234 $634,599 $560,265 $74,334
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: OC25028947

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 141-381-15