
Costa Mesa, California 92626
This Stunning Turnkey Pool Home is listed at $2,695,000, reflecting a premium valuation slightly above its $2,568,591 Fair Market Value. Featuring a complete, high-end designer renovation, the property boasts an Excellent Condition Rating with a Thermador-equipped kitchen, herringbone flooring, and advanced smart-home infrastructure. While the local middle and high schools hold moderate ratings, the home offers an unparalleled lifestyle with its private pool and outdoor entertainment suite. This property is the perfect sanctuary for discerning professionals or luxury-focused owner-occupants seeking a move-in ready residence in Mesa Verde.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1956 Flamingo Drive Subject | $2,695,000* List Price | 5 | 3 | 2,049 | $1,254 | - |
A 2820 Stromboli Sold | $2,740,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,190 | $1,251 | 0.3 mi |
B 1943 Pelican Place Sold | $2,800,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,029 | $1,380 | 0.1 mi |
C 2861 Serang Place Sold | $2,090,000 | 4 | 3 | 1,878 | $1,113 | 0.7 mi |
D 2853 Boa Vista Sold | $2,438,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,228 | $1,094 | 0.3 mi |
E 2761 Bunting Sold | $2,600,000 | 5 | 3 | 2,678 | $971 | 0.3 mi |
F 2943 Baker Street Sold | $2,149,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,806 | $1,190 | 0.6 mi |
G 2046 Calvert Active Under Contract | $2,149,000 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,777 | $1,209 | 0.3 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is new construction or fully renovated.
This 1961 home has been completely rebuilt and reimagined with a high-end designer renovation likely completed within the last 1-2 years. It features a brand new Thermador kitchen, fully remodeled bathrooms with modern fixtures, new engineered wood flooring, and updated systems including owned solar, smart-home wiring, and a newer pool heater.
This property has been completely reimagined with a 'no expense spared' approach, featuring luxury finishes like herringbone engineered wood floors, a Thermador appliance suite, and custom cabinetry throughout.
The backyard is a true extension of the home, boasting a pool with a newer heater, bifold panoramic doors for seamless indoor-outdoor flow, and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with a hibachi grill and BBQ.
The home is future-proofed with owned solar panels, comprehensive Cat 5/6 wiring, a full-home AV setup with surround sound, and smart-home-ready lighting and climate controls.
The property was recently sold within the past year on 2025-10-20. The sold price is $1,625,000.00.
While the local elementary school is well-rated, the assigned middle and high schools have lower ratings (4/10 and 5/10), which may be a concern for families prioritizing top-tier public education.
Despite the premium price point and extensive luxury upgrades, the property lacks any significant views, which is a common expectation for buyers in the $2.5M+ range.
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.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades PK-6 • 0.4 mi
Grades K-6 • 1.3 mi
Grades 7-8 • 1.3 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 5.0 | 4.0 | 89% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 | 58% |
| Square foot | 2,049 | 1,815 | 65% |
| Lot Size | 7,840 | 6,682 | 79% |
| Price | $2.69M | $1.57M | 92% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.3K | $909 | 98% |
| Built year | 1961 | 1964 | 32% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 23 | 121 | 7% |
May 14, 2026
$2,695,000
Initial Listing
Oct 20, 2025
$1,625,000
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