$2,699,999

2036 Mandarin Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

5 beds |
3 baths |
2,711 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1967
6,957sqft lot
2 car garage
$996/sqft
Listed 1 month ago

Property Description

Tucked within Mesa Verde's highly desirable Lower Birds neighborhood, 2036 Mandarin Drive offers five bedrooms, three bathrooms, and approximately 2,711 square feet of refined living space on a quiet interior lot. Thoughtfully updated, this home blends timeless craftsmanship with modern comfort, creating an inviting atmosphere throughout. The flexible floor plan features two spacious living areas-perfect for entertaining or relaxing-and a convenient ground-floor bedroom with an adjacent bath, ideal for guests or multigenerational living. The kitchen showcases custom cabinetry, stone countertops, a designer backsplash, and a range hood finished in Venetian plaster. Real oak accents, custom metal railings, solid white oak doors, and upgraded lighting bring warmth and cohesion to every space. The master suite features a generous walk-in closet and a beautifully finished bath with a soaking tub and dual shower heads. Additional improvements include updated plumbing and electrical systems, enhanced insulation, raised ceilings, recessed lighting, and an upstairs laundry closet for added convenience. The exterior features brick and board-and-batten siding, an oak and glass double entry door, and panoramic doors leading to the backyard. The color scheme is complemented by real oak wood p

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: October 6, 2025 at 05:00AM
Listing Office:: The L3 : 714-444-4663
Listing Agent:: Matthew Kanoudi : 714-655-6868
MLS ID:: CROC25233034

General: Family RoomPantry
Appliances: DishwasherRangeRefrigerator
Laundry: Other
Flooring: TileVinyl
A/C: Central Air
Heating: CentralFireplace(s)
Fireplace: Living RoomOtherFireplace

General: Back YardFront YardOther
Pool: None
Parking: AttachedOtherGarage Faces Front

General: 2

HOA Amenities: 0.0
School District: Newport-Mesa Unified
County: Orange

Zoning: 13953412
View: None

This listing courtesy of Matthew Kanoudi, The L3

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Location

Schools Nearby

Adams Elementary School

2850 Club House Rd, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626

Grades KG-6

0.57 miles away

Tewinkle Middle School

3224 CA Ave, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626

Grades 7-8

1.54 miles away

Estancia High School

2323 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627

Grades 9-12

0.93 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.