3165 College
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Listing broker / agent: Luxe Real Estate · Aaron Andersen · 949-432-1922 · CRMLS
MLS # OC26203832 · Last checked Oct 12, 2026 23:12 UTC
About this property
Welcome to 3165 College Avenue, a beautifully updated three-bedroom condo in Costa Mesa’s desirable Halecrest neighborhood. Offering one of the largest floor plans in the French Quarters community, this thoughtfully remodeled home is designed for comfortable everyday living and combines generous interior space, modern finishes, inviting indoor-outdoor living, central air conditioning, and the added benefit of a fully paid-off solar system with backup battery. Natural light fills the welcoming living area through oversized windows, creating a bright and comfortable space to relax or entertain. The remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, abundant cabinetry with soft-close doors and drawers, a dual-oven cooktop, and a built-in bar ideal for entertaining. Large sliding glass doors open directly to the private patio, offering a peaceful setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or weekend barbecues. The patio also provides convenient direct access to the garage, where the washer and dryer hookups are located. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers generous closet space and a beautifully remodeled ensuite bathroom with quartz countertops, floor-to-ceiling tile, and an oversized walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, a home office, or fitness space, while the remodeled secondary bathroom completes the upper level. Additional upgrades include Philips Hue recessed lighting in the living and dining areas, an all-electric smart thermostat, an upgraded 200-amp electrical panel, central A/C, and a high-efficiency solar system with backup battery that is fully paid off—providing the benefit of renewable energy without an ongoing solar lease or loan payment. Ideally situated near Killybrooke Elementary and convenient to shopping, dining, entertainment, and everyday necessities, the home also enjoys access to community amenities including a private swimming pool and clubhouse. With its spacious floor plan, updated interiors, private outdoor space, energy-efficient upgrades, and convenient Costa Mesa location, 3165 College Avenue offers an exceptional combination of comfort, style, and low-maintenance living.
Property details
- MLS number
- OC26203832
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Townhouse
- Beds / baths
- 3 Beds • 3 Baths
- Living area
- 1,240 Sq Ft
- Lot size
- 0.0371 acres
- Year built
- 1964
- Stories
- 2
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Listing
- Days on market
- 20
Building
- Year built
- 1964
- Year built source
- Public Records
- Stories
- 2
- Building stories
- 2
- Levels
- Two
- Entry level
- 1
- Construction
- Drywall, Glass, Stucco
- Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter
- Condition
- Updated Remodeled
- Living area source
- Assessor
Bathrooms
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
Rooms & interior
- Main-level bedrooms
- 0
- Main-level bathrooms
- 1
- Rooms
- Bedroom, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Crown Molding, Eat In Kitchen, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Recessed Lighting, Unfurnished, Bar, All Bedrooms Up
- Flooring
- Tile, Vinyl
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air, Attic Fan
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage
- Accessibility features
- Accessible Hallways
Exterior & parking
- Total parking spaces
- 2
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Assigned, Door Multi, Garage, Garage Faces Rear, Side By Side
- Attached garage
- No
- Pool
- Community, Association
- Patio / porch
- Open, Patio
- Lot size source
- Assessor
- Fencing
- Excellent Condition, Wood
- Property outlook
- Park Greenbelt, Pool
Utilities & community
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Private Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Sewer Available
- Community features
- Park, Pool
- Association amenities
- Clubhouse, Pool
Fees & lease terms
- Association
- Yes
- Association fee
- $420.00
- Association fee frequency
- Monthly
Schools reported in the listing
- Elementary school
- Killybrooke
- High school district
- Newport Mesa Unified
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Nearby public schools
Nearby does not mean assigned. These are approximate straight-line distances from the property, not walking or driving routes. Confirm attendance boundaries, enrollment eligibility, grades and current school status directly with the district.
| School / district | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Killybrooke Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Newport-Mesa Unified · Costa Mesa | Not reported | 0.2 mi |
| Charles W. Tewinkle Middle (school website, opens in a new tab) Newport-Mesa Unified · Costa Mesa | 7–8 | 0.4 mi |
| California Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Newport-Mesa Unified · Costa Mesa | K–6 | 0.5 mi |
| Early College High (school website, opens in a new tab) Newport-Mesa Unified · Costa Mesa | 9–12 | 0.8 mi |
| Paularino Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Newport-Mesa Unified · Costa Mesa | Not reported | 0.9 mi |
| Costa Mesa High (school website, opens in a new tab) Newport-Mesa Unified · Costa Mesa | 7–12 | 1.2 mi |
| Adams Elementary (school website, opens in a new tab) Newport-Mesa Unified · Costa Mesa | Not reported | 1.2 mi |
| Greenville Fundamental Elementary Santa Ana Unified · Santa Ana | K–5 | 1.4 mi |
Source: California Department of Education · 2025-26 school locations. Downloaded Oct 2, 2026 UTC. This annual snapshot may not reflect later changes. Public schools only; not a complete list of education options. No ratings or attendance assignments are provided.
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Asking price
- Current asking price
- $899,000
- MLS-reported original asking price
- $995,995
- MLS-reported previous asking price
- $995,995
- MLS-reported last price change
- 2026-09-30 17:05 UTC
| Observed (UTC) | Asking price |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 05:58 | $899,000 |
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Property taxes
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Observed price activity · past 30 days
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