254 Bucknell Road is a charming single-story home located in the highly desirable College Park neighborhood of Costa Mesa. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and approximately 1,555 square feet of living space on a spacious 6,230 square foot lot, this classic 1959 residence offers incredible potential in one of the area’s most established communities. The home features a functional layout with great natural light, an attached garage, and a generous backyard ideal for entertaining, expansion, or creating your dream outdoor space. This is a home you can truly make your own. Conveniently located near top-rated schools, local dining, shopping, parks, and easy freeway access, this property combines timeless Costa Mesa charm with an unbeatable central Orange County location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
6,230 sq ftLot Size
$949Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by John Kelly•DRE #01232969• Seven Gables Real Estate
Contact: 949-233-5574
Bought with Julia Wilson•DRE #00959162• Seven Gables Real Estate
Bought with Dylan Wilson•DRE #02106072• Seven Gables Real Estate
Est. $4,810 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 254 Bucknell Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CRMLS #OC26109992
Jul 6, 2026
Sold
$1,475,000
$949/sq ft
Jun 18, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 15, 2026
Relisted
—
May 27, 2026
Pending
—
May 20, 2026
Listed
$1,525,000
$981/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,273 (+327.1%)
$697,976 + $83,268
$781,244
2024
$2,171 (+5.8%)
$697,976 + $83,268
$781,244
2023
$2,051 (+7.6%)
$49,913 + $60,371
$110,284
2022
$1,906 (+5.6%)
$48,934 + $59,188
$108,122
2021
$1,806 (+1.8%)
$47,974 + $58,028
$106,002
2020
$1,775 (+2.2%)
$47,033 + $56,891
$103,924
2019
$1,736 (+2.0%)
$46,551 + $56,308
$102,859
2018
$1,702 (+1.4%)
$45,639 + $55,204
$100,843
2017
$1,679 (+1.8%)
$43,867 + $53,061
$96,928
2016
$1,649 (+1.0%)
$43,867 + $53,061
$96,928
2015
$1,632 (+2.0%)
$43,007 + $52,021
$95,028
2014
$1,600 (+0.8%)
$41,531 + $50,237
$91,768
2013
$1,587 (+3.0%)
$41,531 + $50,237
$91,768
2012
$1,541 (+2.4%)
$41,344 + $50,010
$91,354
2011
$1,505 (+2.0%)
$40,533 + $49,030
$89,563
2010
$1,475 (+1.5%)
$39,738 + $48,069
$87,807
2009
$1,454 (+3.3%)
$39,441 + $47,710
$87,151
2008
$1,408
$39,535 + $47,824
$87,359
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,230 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1959
Sq. Ft.
1,555
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
41913504
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
R1
Single-Family Residential District
This district is intended to promote the development of single-family detached units located on lots with a minimum lot size of 6,000 sq ft, and a maximum density of 7.26 du per gross acre.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
In Garage, In Kitchen
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Water Heater Unit, Gas Range
Has Appliances
Breakfast Counter / Bar
Kitchen Open to Family Room
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Shower in Tub, Shower
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down
Fireplace Information
Living Room, Family Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Laminated, Concrete
Heating Information
Forced Air
Has Heating
Interior Features
Sliding Glass Door(s)
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Composition
Construction Materials: Stucco
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Concrete Slab
No
Exterior Features
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Lot Shape-Rectangular, Utilities - Overhead, Lot-Level/Flat, Back Yard, Yard
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Direction Faces: South
Living Area Source: Assessor's Data
Parcel Number: 41913504
Property Condition: Fixer
Total # of Stories: 1
Year Built Source: Other
Property ADU: No
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Electric: Standard, Electricity - On Property
Sewer: Public Sewer
Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Gutters, Curbs, Street Lighting, Suburban
School Information
Elementary School: College Park
Middle Or Junior School: Costa Mesa
High School: Costa Mesa
High School District: Newport Mesa Unified
Elementary School 2: COLPAR
Middle Or Junior School 2: COSMES
High School 2: COSMES
Location Information
Latitude: 33.66478700
Longitude: -117.91005700
Other Subdivision Name: College Park (COLP)
Directions: Columbia to Bucknell, turn on Bucknell to 254 Bucknell
Road Frontage Type: Access via City Streets
Road Surface Type: Paved
Subdivision Name: College Park (COLP)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,555
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,230 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 1959
County: Orange County
APN: 41913504
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 949-233-5574
Days Active in MLS: 8
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 8
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: John
List Agent Last Name: Kelly
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Seven Gables Real Estate
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Julia
Buyer Agent Last Name: Wilson
Co-Buyer Agent First Name: Dylan
Co-Buyer Agent Last Name: Wilson
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Seven Gables Real Estate
Co-Buyer Office Name: Seven Gables Real Estate
Around this home
Schools
College Park Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi
6/10
Costa Mesa High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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