$2,695,000
1956 Flamingo DR
Costa Mesa, CA, 92626
Welcome to 1956 Flamingo Drive, a completely reimagined pool home in the exclusive Lower Birds neighborhood of Mesa Verde. From the curb, this home makes an immediate statement with palm-lined frontage, whitewashed brick-trimmed hardscape, and a newer smooth stucco exterior finish. Offering nearly 2,100 square feet, owned solar, five bedrooms, and three bathrooms, this two-story home has been rebuilt with a no expense spared approach and a designer eye throughout. The main living area features all new engineered wood flooring in a herringbone pattern, level 4 smooth coat drywall, all new solid core doors, custom cabinetry, Rejuvenation lighting accents and hardware, and a stunning designer kitchen that opens to the living room and backyard. The kitchen showcases a green statement island, stone counters, brass fixtures, farmhouse sink, arched range alcove, and an all new Thermador appliance suite including side by side refrigerator and freezer, range, microwave, dishwasher, and wine fridge. Just beyond the kitchen is an incredible butler’s pantry with custom cabinetry, prep space, storage, and beverage area. Downstairs, three spacious bedrooms sit down the arched hallway on the left wing of the home, including the primary bedroom and fully remodeled primary bathroom. Also downstairs is a dedicated study or office with a glass-accented pocket door for privacy, a finished laundry area with all new Samsung stack washer and dryer, and direct access to the main living spaces. Upstairs are two spacious guest bedrooms and a fully upgraded bathroom, creating separation for guests, kids, work, or flex space. The backyard is built for entertaining with a pool, newer pool heater, new Wynn sliders, a bifold panoramic picture door, and a fully upgraded outdoor living area complete with TV, brand new hibachi grill, BBQ, covered lounge space, and exterior wiring set up for speakers. The home also includes a full home AV setup with surround sound inside and outside, smart-home-ready controls, WiFi infrastructure, Cat 5/6 wiring, Caseta-style lighting controls, and phone-based control capability. The garage is finished with a brand new carriage-style garage door and all new epoxy flooring. Lower Birds is one of Mesa Verde’s most beloved pockets, known for, pride of ownership, community feel, holiday traditions, neighborhood parades, and proximity to Fairview Park, Mesa Verde Country Club, and Costa Mesa Country Club. Homes like this are rare, do not let this one go.
Property Details
Price:
$2,695,000
MLS #:
OC26104908
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
c1mesaverde
Listed Date:
May 14, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,049
Lot Size:
7,840 sqft / 0.18 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1961
Schools
School District:
Newport Mesa Unified
Interior
Appliances
DW, FZ, IM, MW, RF, WLR, BIR, _6BS, BBQ, HOD
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Three Quarter Bathroom
Cooling
CA
Heating
CF
Interior Features
CF, ST, GRNC, UFRN, OFP, PTRY
Laundry Features
ELC, GE, IR, IN, STK, DINC, WH, WINC
Levels
U
Main Level Bathrooms
2
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Exterior
Accessibility Features
_48W
Attached Garage YN
1
Common Walls
NCW
Community Features
SDW, SL, GOLF, PARK, BIKI
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
View
NO
Financial
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Current real estate data for Single Family in Costa Mesa as of May 21, 2026
190
Single Family Listed
58
Avg DOM
604
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,258,128
Avg List Price
Community
- Address1956 Flamingo DR Costa Mesa CA
- SubdivisionOther (OTHR)
- CityCosta Mesa
- CountyOrange
- Zip Code92626
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Property Summary
- Located in the Other (OTHR) subdivision, 1956 Flamingo DR Costa Mesa CA is a Single Family for sale in Costa Mesa, CA, 92626. It is listed for $2,695,000 and features 5 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 2,049 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1961. The current price per square foot is $1,315. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Costa Mesa is $604. The average listing price for Single Family in Costa Mesa is $1,258,128. To schedule a showing of MLS#oc26104908 at 1956 Flamingo DR in Costa Mesa, CA, contact your James Outland agent at 8057482262.
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