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2036 Mandarin DriveCosta Mesa, CA 92626

For Sale

$2,798,888

Smart Buyer Rebate $27,989

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 posts and a custom wood garage door. Outdoor spaces were designed with concrete patios and pathways, improved drainage, lush landscaping, and a fully updated front yard irrigation system. Set within one of Costa Mesa’s most beloved communities, the Lower Birds neighborhood is known for its friendly atmosphere, single-entry layout with limited traffic, and the popular annual Fourth of July parade that brings neighbors together. Residents enjoy nearby access to Fairview Park, scenic trails, and the Mesa Verde Country Club, a premier private golf and social club located just moments away. 2036 Mandarin Drive captures the essence of Mesa Verde living—spacious, stylish, and ready to enjoy in a location that truly feels like home.

Listed by Matthew Kanoudi

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License #01419924

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The L3

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714-655-6868

Listed by Colby Reedy

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License #01943839

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The L3

Last updated October 21, 2025

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Source: CRMLS #OC25233034

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodMesa Verde
  • Bedrooms5
  • Bathrooms2
  • Days on Prevu17
  • Size2,711 sqft
  • Price per sqft$1,032

Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Air Conditioning
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

10/06/2025
Listed by The L3
$2,798,888

Property Details for 2036 Mandarin Drive

Association

Amenities

  • Community Features: Biking, Curbs, Hiking, Park, Street Lights, Sidewalks

Exterior

Construction

  • Number Of Units Total: 1
  • Property Condition: Turnkey
  • Roof: Composition
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Structure Type: House
  • Year Built: 1967
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Entry Location: 1

Features

  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Front Porch

Measurements

  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Size Area: 6,956
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6,956
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 13953412

Interior

Features

  • Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range Hood
  • Fireplace Features: Bonus Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior Features: Beamed Ceilings, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Bedroom On Main Level, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)

Measurements

  • Living Area: 2,711
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1

Other

Location

  • Subdivision Name: Mesa Verde Collection (MVCO)
  • Tax Lot: 29

Parking

Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Door-Single, Garage Faces Front, Garage
  • Parking Total: 2

Schools

High School

  • High School District: Newport Mesa Unified

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Stacked
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

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