269 Cecil Place, Costa Mesa, California 92627, Costa Mesa, - bed, bath

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ACTIVE$2,449,900
269 Cecil Place, Costa Mesa, California 92627
4Beds
2Baths
1,832Sqft
7,720Lot
Year Built
1960
Close
-
List price
$2.45M
Original List price
$2.6M
Price/Sqft
-
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
NP25195778
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Spa
Patio
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About this home

Welcome to 269 Cecil Place, Eastside Costa Mesa. This exceptional single-level residence offers 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, ideally situated on a quiet, premium street in one of Costa Mesa’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Framed by a charming white picket fence, mature olive tree, and an inviting shaded front porch with swing, the home exudes timeless curb appeal. Step inside through the Dutch door to discover a bright, open-concept layout designed for modern living. The kitchen showcases custom built-in banquette seating, quartz countertops, shaker cabinetry, farmhouse sink, and stainless steel appliances—perfectly blending style and function. Additional highlights include central heating and air conditioning, recessed lighting, and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout much of the home. A spacious permitted family/TV room addition (2005) enhances the living space, while the expansive backyard is designed for quintessential Southern California entertaining. Enjoy the oversized spa (“spool”), built-in BBQ with bar seating, fire pit, and plenty of room for outdoor dining, lounging, and play—complete with fruit trees and lawn space. The garage has been thoughtfully converted into a private home gym, adding versatility to the property. Located within the award-winning Newport Mesa School District and just minutes from Newport Bay, world-class beaches, and John Wayne Airport, this move-in ready home offers the best of coastal living. This home is a rare opportunity you won’t want to miss!

Nearby schools

8/10
Heinz Kaiser Elementary School
Public,3-60.3mi
/10
Woodland Elementary School
Public,PK-20.6mi
8/10
Mariners Elementary School
Public,PK-61.3mi
8/10
Newport Heights Elementary School
Public,K-63.0mi
4/10
Monroe Elementary School
Public,K-55.0mi
7/10
Horace Ensign Intermediate School
Public,7-82.3mi
3/10
Mcfadden Intermediate School
Public,6-84.3mi
7/10
Newport Harbor High School
Public,9-121.9mi
3/10
Century High School
Public,9-126.3mi

Price History

Date
Event
Price
10/09/25
Price Change
$2,449,900-2.0%
09/13/25
Price Change
$2,499,900-3.8%
09/03/25
Listing
$2,599,900
Neighborhood Comparison

 SubjectAverage HomeNeighbourhood Ranking (110 Listings)
Beds43
59%
Baths23
46%
Square foot1,8321,755
53%
Lot Size7,7206,132
82%
Price$2.45M$1.88M
75%
Price per square foot$1,337$1,075
78%
Built year19601962
44%
HOA
Days on market63166
12%
Condition Rating
Excellent

Despite being built in 1960, this property has undergone extensive and recent renovations, particularly in the kitchen and main living areas. The kitchen features modern shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, a farmhouse sink, and stainless steel appliances, all indicative of a high-quality, recent update. Luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lighting are present throughout much of the home, contributing to a contemporary and move-in ready feel. The outdoor living space, including the 'spool,' built-in BBQ, and fire pit, also appears newly updated and well-maintained. While the underlying structure is older, the visible components and key systems like central heating and AC are modern and in excellent condition, meeting current quality standards.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Prime Location & School District: Ideally situated on a quiet, premium street in a highly sought-after Eastside Costa Mesa neighborhood, within the award-winning Newport Mesa School District, and minutes from Newport Bay, beaches, and John Wayne Airport.
Exceptional Outdoor Living: The expansive backyard is designed for quintessential Southern California entertaining, featuring an oversized spa ('spool'), built-in BBQ with bar seating, fire pit, fruit trees, and ample space for dining and lounging.
Modern & Updated Interior: Features a bright, open-concept layout with a remodeled kitchen showcasing custom banquette seating, quartz countertops, shaker cabinetry, farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, and luxury vinyl plank flooring.
Expanded & Versatile Living Space: Includes a spacious permitted family/TV room addition (2005) enhancing the living area, and a thoughtfully converted garage into a private home gym, adding significant versatility.
Strong Curb Appeal: The home exudes timeless curb appeal with a charming white picket fence, mature olive tree, inviting shaded front porch with a swing, and an attractive Dutch door entry.

Cons

Age of Property: Built in 1960, the home's underlying infrastructure is older, which could imply potential for future maintenance or updates beyond the cosmetic renovations already completed.
Converted Garage: The garage has been converted into a home gym, eliminating traditional covered parking and dedicated storage space for vehicles, which may not suit all buyers' preferences or needs.
Recent Price Reductions: The property has undergone multiple price reductions since its initial listing, suggesting it may be perceived as over-priced by the market or require further adjustment to attract offers.

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