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1081 Tulare, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

$1.95M4bd · 2ba · 1,884 sqft
Lot 7,100 sqft•Single Family Residence•
Active
•118d on market•MLS# PW-26136316

Property Description

Welcome to 1081 Tulare Dr, a fully reimagined single-level home offering timeless design, exceptional craftsmanship, & a rare 3-car garage. A mature Manzanillo olive tree, James Hardie Artisan siding, Arto brick veneer, custom gates, top-cast concrete, & designer landscaping create stunning curb appeal. Inside, vaulted ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring, solid-core shaker doors, custom White Oak millwork, designer brass hardware, & a Venetian plaster fireplace create a warm yet sophisticated atmosphere. The chef's kitchen features custom cabinetry, Taj Mahal quartzite counters & a full-height backsplash, stainless steel Café appliances, designer lighting, a Venetian plaster hood, bifold serving window, & expansive bifold doors creating seamless indoor-outdoor living. The primary suite offers custom White Oak pocket doors, backyard access, & a spa-inspired bath featuring designer tile, a custom White Oak vanity, Kohler soaking tub, brass fixtures, & curated finishes throughout. Additional upgrades include a custom mudroom, new electrical, HVAC, a high-efficiency furnace, a tankless water heater, an epoxy-coated 3-car garage, new garage doors, & brand new ultra quiet Chamberlain garage door openers. The private backyard features a Taj Mahal quartzite outdoor bar, Horizon Stone retaining wall, mature landscaping, side-yard parking, & exceptional privacy. Ideally located near South Coast Plaza, parks, dining, shopping, & Orange County beaches, this home delivers the very best of Costa Mesa living.

Features & Amenities

FeeBuilt 1973

Property Details

Land Type
Fee
Year Built
1973
Property Type
Residential
Property Subtype
Single Family Residence
Parking Spaces
3
Garage Spaces
3
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
View
None
City
Costa Mesa
Zip Code
92626
County
Orange
Listed byKase Real Estate, Christian Padilla

Mortgage Calculator

Current Rates

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Monthly Payment
$9,855.20
Principal & Interest
Loan Amount
$1,559,200
Total Interest
$1,988,674
Total Payment Over 30 Years
$3,547,874
This calculator provides estimates only. Actual mortgage payments may include taxes, insurance, HOA fees, and PMI. Contact a lender for accurate quotes.

Comparative Market Analysis

Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed

1081 Tulare, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Costa Mesa · Single Family Residence

$1.95M
Luxury Tier
Beds
4
Baths
2
Sqft
1,884
Lot
7,100 sqft
Year
1973
$/Sqft
$1035
Pool: No✓
View: None✓
Garage: 3-car✓

Listed 11.4% above the median closed sale of $1,750,000. Price per sqft ($1,035) is a 24% premium to closed comps ($835). Closed comps sold at 103% of list — strong seller's market. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.

Price Position

Positioned above the market — commands a premium.

Premium
Subject listed at $1.95M· $1,035/sqft
Total list price
Closed comps
vs closed median $1.75M
+$199K (+11.4%)
Active comps
vs active median $1.75M
+$200K (+11.4%)
Price per sqft
Closed compsinsufficient comp data
Active comps
vs active avg $/sqft $994
+$41 (+4.1%)

Active Properties (5)

Active Comparables

AddressCityYearBDBTHSqFtLotSzLP/SqFtLPDIMScore
1582 Ponderosa StreetCosta Mesa1959321,6007,000$1,059$1.70M1781
1430 ShamrockCosta Mesa1956321,9028,505$941$1.79M7378
3281 Michigan AvenueCosta Mesa1962321,9886,600$880$1.75M5275
2835 PortolaCosta Mesa1960321,2946,882$1,294$1.68M3673
2750 San CarlosCosta Mesa1962542,1938,034$798$1.75M6471
Total: 5 · Average3.42.41,795.47,404.2$994.4$1.73M48.4
Median1,902$1.75M

Closed Properties (5)

Closed Comparables

AddressCityYearDateBDBTHSqFtLotSzLPSPSP/SqFtSP/LPDIMScore
1070 VisaliaCosta Mesa197205/08/2026432,4186,780$1.66M$1.69M$6971.013683
3362 FuchsiaCosta Mesa197212/18/2025431,8946,000$1.90M$2.00M$1,0561.05082
3130 Kerry LnCosta Mesa196301/05/2026421,7876,200$1.70M$1.70M$9491.004582
3104 Taft WayCosta Mesa196407/31/2026442,2647,192$1.75M$1.75M$7731.004482
3433 Wimbledon WayCosta Mesa197908/26/2026432,5944,725$1.70M$1.81M$7001.076581
Total: 5 · Average4.03.02,191.46,179.4$1.79M$1.79M$835—38
Median2,264$1.75M$1.75M

Market Analysis

List vs Sale $/SqFt

Sale Price Trend

Days on Market

Sale vs List Price

AI-generated CMA

This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.