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$1,825,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,776 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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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.

Full Property Details for 1696 Palau Pl

General

  • Sold For: $1,825,000
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRMLS
  • MLS ID: PW25188167
  • Added to Site: 169 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: All Bedrooms Down, Bonus Room, Den, Living Room, Primary Bathroom
  • Interior Features: Granite Counters, Quartz Counters
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas
  • Eating Areas: In Kitchen
  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Flooring: Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Gas & Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer Hookup

Additional Information

  • Pool Description: None
  • Spa Description: None

Exterior

  • Deck/Patio: None

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Driveway, Garage, Public, Street

Location

  • County: Orange
  • Driving Directions: Property is located by Mesa Verde Drive & Baker St (Inside Inner Loop)

School Information

  • School District: Newport Mesa Unified
  • Elementary School: ADAMS
  • Middle School: TWINKL
  • High School: ESTANC

Community

  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Modern, Ranch
  • Structure Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction: Brick, Concrete, Drywall Walls, Stucco
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Windows: Wood Frames
  • Disability Access: Wide Halls (36 Inches or More)
  • Entry Location: Floor Level
  • Stories/Levels: One
  • Stories Description: One
  • Square Feet: 1,776
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Property Condition: Turnkey

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Storage

Lot Features

  • Property View: None
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.191
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Irrigation System: Sprinkler System
  • Lot Description: Landscaped, Sprinklers in Front, Sprinklers in Rear, Walking Street

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,027.59

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Inclusions: Stainless steel Kitchen Appliances

Listed by Circle Real Estate, Mike Garcia and Circle Real Estate, Brian Loyola
Sold by Surterre Properties Inc., Sara Legrand and Surterre Properties Inc., John Ballantyne

Listing agents

— 1696 Palau Pl —

  • Mike Garcia

    Circle Real Estate

  • Brian Loyola

    Circle Real Estate

714 363-8345

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Schools serving 1696 Palau Pl

School District:Newport-Mesa Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Adams Elementary School, Costa Mesa, CA
2850 Clubhouse Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
K-60.3 mi
Charles W. Tewinkle Middle School
3224 CA Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
7-80.7 mi
Estancia High School
2323 Placentia Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
9-121.3 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1696 Palau Pl

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/11/2025
Sold
$18,250,000
976.7%
MLS
8/21/2025
Listed
$1,695,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Circle Real Estate, Mike Garcia and Circle Real Estate, Brian Loyola
Sold by Surterre Properties Inc., Sara Legrand and Surterre Properties Inc., John Ballantyne

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1696 Palau Place, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (MLS# PW25188167) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,825,000 on September 11, 2025. Want to learn more about 1696 Palau Place? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Costa Mesa? You can browse all Costa Mesa real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.