2740 Cardinal Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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FOR SALE
0.27 ACRES
Listed by Alex Romero, Alisandro Romero, Broker, (714) 944-3484

$2,700,000

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,482 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

2740 Cardinal Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Est. Mortgage $16,341/mo*
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1965
Lot Size
0.27 acres
Price/Sqft
$1,088
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
None

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

LIVE 3 MILES FROM THE BEACH IN AN OVER ONE QUARTER ACRE ESTATE(Lot almost 12,000 sqft) – Huge beautiful lot in perfect location in Mesa Verde. Must see estate with many upgrades. Gorgeous Courtyard entry with 3 level fountain and vibrant plants and flowers throughout. Entire home features dramatic use of stone, mosaic, wood inlay flooring. Expanded sunroom/breakfast area overlooking oversized pool & and huge back yard garden organic sanctuary/refuge filled exquisite, lush and vibrant plants and flowers. Vaulted living room with beamed ceiling and ceiling fan and fireplace, elegant formal dining room, welcoming family room and fireplace as well. Beautiful wood cabinetry kitchen with granite countertops and mosaic backsplash, island with electric cooktop, stainless steel sinks, stainless steel ovens. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom downstairs. Master suite has walk in closet, spa tub and separate mosaic tiled shower with massage water features. All bedrooms have crown moldings. Recessed lighting and ceiling fans throughout home. Oversized Beautiful Pool(Replastered 2 years ago), roomy spa and 3 decorative waterfalls in pool. RV or Boat Parking 12 ft x 20 ft. To view entire home online please see 3D Matterport Vitual Tour. Attention: this lot also qualifies for the addition of an ADU quarters for the possibility of extra residential income under City and State guidelines. AC Unit replaced 2 years ago.

Home Details for 2740 Cardinal Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2482 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Inside,In GarageMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Family Room, Living RoomSpa: In GroundHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: Double Door Entry, Panel DoorsCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 2Levels: Multi/SplitEntry Location: Front with steps
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TilePatio / Porch: Covered, TileFencing: Good Condition, Stucco Wall, WoodExterior: Rain GuttersFoundation: RaisedHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Boat,Concrete,Direct Access,Door-Single,Driveway,Garage Faces Front,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Paved,RV Potential,RV Access/Parking,One Space
Pool
Pool: Gunite, In Ground, Permits, Private, WaterfallPool
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 54Days on Market: 58

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1965
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Ranch,Patio Home
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 13952439

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,700,000Price Per Sqft: $1,088

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Costa MesaCommunity: Republic Homes (Mbre)
School Information
Elementary School: AdamsJr High / Middle School: TewinkleHigh School: EstanciaHigh School District: Newport Mesa Unified

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: PW26147142

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Suburban, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLSHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: Seller to move out no earlier than 10/15/2026. We can close escrow, but seller to remain free in property until 10/15/2026Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional

Mobile R/V

RV Parking
RV Parking Area: 12 x 20

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: PW26147142Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 714-944-3484Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06059-N-13952439-R-N

Additional Information

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Around this home

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What Locals Say about Costa Mesa

At least 987 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 61 % Say parking is easy

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 54 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 27 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 4qrsyhj9hv
    "I live here for almost 3 years the area is nice and quiet good neighborhood and clean air Newport Beach is close to my apartment and shops everything "
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  • 4qrsyhj9hv
    "I’m live in Costa Mesa since in 3 years the area is safe and Nighborhod is safe and close to Newport Beach and fun places "
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  • Kayla Marie
    "Public transit is amazing in this city, bus comes every 20 mins in most areas here (: Even riding my bike is a great way to get around, everything is super close and I have really enjoyed the mostly flat streets and bike lanes provided by the city"
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  • Luka J
    "Close to all freeways. My commute is only 12-18 minutes depending on traffic. Even with traffic I have access to backstreets if needed."
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  • Lyndsay Jackson
    "Eastside Costa Mesa is a family friendly neighborhood. Backbay is a good place to exercise and meet up with friends for a casual walk "
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  • ssbiken
    "It’s a safe neighborhood very nice community park.well lit has pool, tennis, racket ball courts clean bathrooms and out side shower after swimming in the pool to rinse off"
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  • Albert Luu
    "OC Fair holding events weekly and Segerstrom Performing Art Center having great events weekly. Also the availability of many restaurants all within a short drive. "
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  • Mrobbins055
    "It’s on the boarder of Newport and Costa Mesa and it feels very safe. I walk with my baby and dog daily."
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  • ssbiken
    "You can walk to the mall and grocery store if you wanted to.The bus is within walking distance. Nice area to live for people with children."
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  • Tina Gutierrez
    "I have a hybrid work schedule and am lucky enough to not have to commute on thee freeway unless I want to. "
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  • ssbiken
    "A well kept environment owner show that they are proud of their community. It is a great place to raise children, dog friendly and close to stores, restaurants, and local mall."
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  • Tina Gutierrez
    "A mix of old and new homes with generous sprinkles of rentals. Very walk-friendly with a neighborhood feel. Lots of spots to eat and grab drinks. "
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  • Trulia User
    "New development mixed with 1950-1960 older housing. Shaved driveways mixed with track homes. Good schools and well maintained parks."
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  • Trulia User
    "The back bay is by far the best benefit of living in this neighborhood. Lots of noise from the airport but you get used to it. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Everyone smiles as you walk by on the sidewalk. Very friendly people. Considerate neighbors. A few bad apples, but that’s everywhere. "
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  • Maria M.
    "Very important for parents to know that our neighborhoods are over populated and unfortunately we no longer have the the city of Costa Mesa code enforcement making sure codes are being enforced. To many fast food restaurants that people litter and drive very fast in residential areas. "
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  • Crashowe
    "Different styles of houses and different ethnicities , cozy home - some not too big or too new etc etc "
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  • Cristina
    "People walk their dogs all of the time. Poop bags available as well to keep the community clean. "
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  • Sheryldye
    "Great access to freeways and major roads . Less than 5 minutes to South Coast Plaza , movie theaters and multiple grocery stores . "
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  • Jimmy H.
    "Very centrally located, for shops, groceries, freeways and my work. I lived here on and off for many years. "
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  • Lauriehipp
    "My neighborhood provides great public access and well lit sidewalks. We have a well working traffic lights and signs for us to get directions. "
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  • Nicweinstein
    "Accessibility from residential to freeways, shops, ocean with lots of great hangs all close to each other!"
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  • Kym M.
    "OC Fair comes from July through August in the summertime. But Costa Mesa doesn’t really have a lot of community events. "
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  • Sarah T.
    "I live in a gated community and feel safer that way. I would say the surrounding apartments/neighborhoods aren’t as nice as my community but if you drive 2-3min in each direction it’s a lot nicer over there. Like that I’m only 15min away from the beach too"
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  • Cassandra M.
    "there are a lot of people who walk their dogs in this area - dogs of all sizes! There are not a ton of huge lawns. "
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  • Destiny
    "coyotes are a real big problem there are a lot of different sectors of Costa Mesa. mostly nice got families. "
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  • Amyshepherd
    "Dog parks could be better maintained, and area could be more dog friendly, but there have been improvements, more restaurants / business allow dogs"
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  • Destiny
    "mostly family oriented. certain neighborhoods get to know eachother more than others. not all neighborhoods are equal. all four corners are very different neighborhoods in their own special way."
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  • Mmhauser1
    "Limited sidewalks and lots of joggers/ walkers make it difficult during rush hour to pass other fellow walkers "
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  • Arutianr
    "There are a lot of events like concerts in the park, annual fish fry, and neighborhood gatherings to build community"
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  • Azucena R. G.
    "alot of the community around have dogs and plenty love to walk them around their neighborhoods theres also a dog park driving distance near that's on Newport boulevard going South bound by the fair grounds. just always remember to take ur goody bag with u in order to always pick up after ur canine. and always their water. "
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  • Diana L.
    "Nice close to john Wayne shopping malls everything Is Close by. Ppl are kind Trader Joe’s is up the block Bloomies is down the street and a lot of restaurants "
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  • Seanpatrick7
    "Lots of folks walking their dogs. However, sometimes there are liquor bottles, chicken bones, or other dangerous items on the sidewalks."
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  • Dan D.
    "Up and coming neighbored people are nice lots of good schools and restaurants . Beach close and good coastal breezes "
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  • Joelle S.
    "We’re right next to the OC fairgrounds. There’s always an event going on. It’s close to the freeway for travel. The location close to Back Bay which is great for walks or workouts. "
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  • Hookashley
    "The neighborhood has lots of local, walkable restaurants. Plus, many more opening every month... lots of growth here."
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  • Joannbkenyon
    "Great neighborhood but most parents take their kids to other schools in the Mesa Verde area. Great trick or treating. Great for walking and biking around. "
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  • dorothy p
    "orange county fair grounds, lots of churches, south coast plaza, orange coast college, triangle square entertainment center, the beaches."
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  • Jon D.
    "It’s great to walk your kids and your dogs in the evening but it doesn’t make sense not to pick up after your dog"
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  • Azucenagarcia8823
    "we have firefighters open houses, community events, womens community clubs, for 4th of july theres always local schools being represented. "
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Market trends in Costa Mesa

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.38M
$7.13KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
1.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$834
$13MoM
Available listings
165
1MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.63M
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$582K (+28.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$2M (+735%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +144% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$2.63M
August 2026$2.59M
July 2026$2.63M
June 2026$2.41M
May 2026$2.44M
April 2026$2.44M
March 2026$2.4M
February 2026$2.3M
January 2026$2.21M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1890 Oriole Dr, Costa Mesa, CA
0.08
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$1,900,000
07/20/26
5
3
2,530
2751 Canary Dr, Costa Mesa, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$2,063,000
08/14/26
4
3
2,434
2761 Bunting Cir, Costa Mesa, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$2,600,000
03/06/26
5
3
2,678
2716 Skylark Cir, Costa Mesa, CA
0.16
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$2,850,000
11/04/25
5
3
3,007
1944 Flamingo Dr, Costa Mesa, CA
0.20
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$2,050,000
12/30/25
4
3
2,300
2798 Redwing Cir, Costa Mesa, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$2,060,000
12/02/25
5
3
2,301
1956 Flamingo Dr, Costa Mesa, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,625,000
10/20/25
5
3
2,049
2021 Swan Dr, Costa Mesa, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$2,200,000
06/04/26
5
3
2,482

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1870 Wren Cir, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.03
$2,037,400
7
3
2,956
Off Market
2717 Cardinal Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.08
$2,320,500
4
2
1,818
Off Market
2701 Cardinal Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.10
$1,950,000
5
3
2,467
For Sale
2751 Canary Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.05
$2,063,000
4
3
2,434
Recently Sold
2702 Canary Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.09
$2,414,700
5
3
2,482
Off Market
1870 Oriole Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.07
$2,485,400
4
3
2,166
Off Market
1890 Oriole Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.08
$1,900,000
5
3
2,530
Recently Sold
1850 Oriole Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.08
$2,667,100
5
3
2,467
Off Market
2754 Longwood Ct, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.10
$1,050,000
2
2.5
1,652
Recently Sold
2772 Tern Cir, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.13
$2,567,700
4
3
2,202
Off Market
1953 Killdeer Cir, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.16
$2,227,600
5
3
2,049
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 7, 2026
Source: CRMLS #PW26147142
Listed For Sale
$2,700,000
Aug 30, 1995
Source: N/A
Sold
$315,000

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Agent Phone: (714) 944-3484
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Frequently asked questions about 2740 Cardinal Dr

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 2740 Cardinal Dr?
    Based on a $2,700,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 2740 Cardinal Dr in Costa Mesa, CA is approximately $16,579 (about $14,119 principal & interest, $2,385 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 2740 Cardinal Dr compare to homes in Costa Mesa?
    2740 Cardinal Dr in Costa Mesa, CA is listed at $2,700,000, about 96% above the $1.38M median sale price in Costa Mesa.
  • What do residents say about Costa Mesa?
    Residents describe Costa Mesa, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See homes for sale in Costa Mesa, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 2740 Cardinal Dr?
    The closest schools to 2740 Cardinal Dr in Costa Mesa, CA are Adams Elementary School (rated 8/10), Charles W. Tewinkle Middle School (rated 5/10), Estancia High School (rated 6/10).
  • Does 2740 Cardinal Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2740 Cardinal Dr in Costa Mesa, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 2740 Cardinal Dr have a pool?
    Yes, 2740 Cardinal Dr in Costa Mesa, CA has a pool.
2740 Cardinal Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,482 sqft single-family home built in 1965. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Jul 7, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# PW26147142.