Sold before processing. 254 Villanova raising the bar and taking inspired living to new heights, this fully rebuilt, reimagined and expanded home is turnkey and ready to enrich your lifestyle. Located in the coveted inner tract location of College Park , the virtually custom residence is embellished with a generous homesite of 7,000 SF that reveals a fenced front yard with a cozy fire pit, creating the perfect setting to get to know your new neighbors . Indoors, the open-concept single level is anchored by a chef-inspired kitchen with generous center island with seating , matte quartz countertops, custom cabinetry and top-of-the-line appliances . Three bedrooms, 2.5 baths with interior laundry/mud room in approx 1720 sf of living space including an enlarged primary suite as your at home sanctuary and flooded with natural light . Take a seat in the oversized walk in shower equipped with multiple shower heads and a skylight so you can get clean and to let the sun shine in. Only well selected designer finishes and fixtures are on hand, including engineered wood flooring throughout , hand finished oak details, custom tile fireplace , dramatic vaulted ceilings , and glass doors that lead to the ultra private backyard with built in bbq ready for entertaining family and friends. In addition to all the beautiful things you can see there are many that you can’t like , new PEX plumbing, new electrical wiring and panel, all new windows and doors and the epoxy garage floor. Walk to nearby schools , Orange County Fairgrounds or take a short bike ride to one of California’s best beaches. This amazing home offers a serene setting idyllic for Southern California living…and now it’s your opportunity to experience this masterpiece.
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
$1,091Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Bernice Devries•DRE #01276952• Kastell Real Estate Group
Bought with Bernice Devries•DRE #01276952• Kastell Real Estate Group
Welcome to 254 Villanova raising the bar and taking inspired living to new heights, this fully rebuilt, reimagined and expanded home is turnkey and ready to enrich your lifestyle. Located in the coveted inner tract location of College Park , the virtually custom residence is embellished with a generous homesite of 7,000 SF that reveals a fenced front yard with a cozy fire pit, creating the perfect setting to get to know your new neighbors . Indoors, the open-concept single level is anchored by a chef-inspired kitchen with generous center island with seating , matte quartz countertops, custom cabinetry and top-of-the-line appliances . Three bedrooms, 2.5 baths with interior laundry/mud room in approx 1720 sf of living space including an enlarged primary suite as your at home sanctuary and flooded with natural light . Take a seat in the oversized walk in shower equipped with multiple shower heads and a skylight so you can get clean and to let the sun shine in. Only well selected designer finishes and fixtures are on hand, including engineered wood flooring throughout , hand finished oak details, custom tile fireplace , dramatic vaulted ceilings , and glass doors that lead to the ultra private backyard with built in bbq ready for entertaining family and friends. In addition to all the beautiful things you can see there are many that you can’t like , new PEX plumbing, new electrical wiring and panel, all new windows and doors and the epoxy garage floor. Walk to nearby schools , Orange County Fairgrounds or take a short bike ride to one of California’s best beaches. This amazing home offers a serene setting idyllic for Southern California living…and now it’s your opportunity to experience this masterpiece.
CRMLS #OC20248392
Dec 21, 2020
Sold
$830,000
$483/sq ft
Dec 8, 2020
Contingent
—
Dec 8, 2020
Relisted
—
Dec 4, 2020
Listed
$820,000
$477/sq ft
Nov 30, 2020
Coming Soon
$820,000
$477/sq ft
Here's your opportunity to own a Single-Level, Ranch Style Home, centrally located in the popular College Park neighborhood of Costa Mesa! Bring your dreams and a little creativity to this mostly original property. This special home features a large family room that opens to a pool-size backyard that could very easily be an entertainers dream. Featuring an attached, direct access 2 car garage, large front and back yard, as well as generous sized bedrooms. This property sits right across from College Park Elementary and offers convenient access to John Wayne airport, South Coast Plaza, Orange Coast College, the 55/405/73 freeways and some the best beaches in Orange County! The property is completely fenced for maximum privacy, security and enjoyment. This is a great investment opportunity in an up and coming neighborhood! There's a lot of potential to uncover in this gem of a property!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,136 (+1.9%)
$1,398,357 + $140,394
$1,538,751
2024
$16,811 (+2.8%)
$1,398,357 + $140,394
$1,538,751
2023
$16,349 (+4.7%)
$1,370,938 + $137,642
$1,508,580
2022
$15,621 (+65.4%)
$1,344,056 + $134,944
$1,479,000
2021
$9,445 (+581.9%)
$1,284,695 + $125,305
$1,410,000
2020
$1,385 (+2.3%)
$744,278 + $85,722
$830,000
2019
$1,353 (+2.1%)
$27,575 + $45,284
$72,859
2018
$1,325 (+1.4%)
$27,034 + $44,397
$71,431
2017
$1,307 (+1.7%)
$25,984 + $42,674
$68,658
2016
$1,285 (+1.2%)
$25,984 + $42,674
$68,658
2015
$1,270 (+2.0%)
$25,474 + $41,838
$67,312
2014
$1,245 (+1.0%)
$24,600 + $40,403
$65,003
2013
$1,233 (+3.1%)
$24,600 + $40,403
$65,003
2012
$1,196 (+2.5%)
$24,489 + $40,221
$64,710
2011
$1,166 (+2.4%)
$24,009 + $39,433
$63,442
2010
$1,138 (+2.0%)
$23,539 + $38,660
$62,199
2009
$1,116 (+3.7%)
$23,363 + $38,372
$61,735
2008
$1,077
$23,419 + $38,464
$61,883
Tax history for 254 Villanova Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,136 (+1.9%)
$1,398,357 + $140,394
$1,538,751
2024
$16,811 (+2.8%)
$1,398,357 + $140,394
$1,538,751
2023
$16,349 (+4.7%)
$1,370,938 + $137,642
$1,508,580
2022
$15,621 (+65.4%)
$1,344,056 + $134,944
$1,479,000
2021
$9,445 (+581.9%)
$1,284,695 + $125,305
$1,410,000
2020
$1,385 (+2.3%)
$744,278 + $85,722
$830,000
2019
$1,353 (+2.1%)
$27,575 + $45,284
$72,859
2018
$1,325 (+1.4%)
$27,034 + $44,397
$71,431
2017
$1,307 (+1.7%)
$25,984 + $42,674
$68,658
2016
$1,285 (+1.2%)
$25,984 + $42,674
$68,658
2015
$1,270 (+2.0%)
$25,474 + $41,838
$67,312
2014
$1,245 (+1.0%)
$24,600 + $40,403
$65,003
2013
$1,233 (+3.1%)
$24,600 + $40,403
$65,003
2012
$1,196 (+2.5%)
$24,489 + $40,221
$64,710
2011
$1,166 (+2.4%)
$24,009 + $39,433
$63,442
2010
$1,138 (+2.0%)
$23,539 + $38,660
$62,199
2009
$1,116 (+3.7%)
$23,363 + $38,372
$61,735
2008
$1,077
$23,419 + $38,464
$61,883
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1958
Sq. Ft.
1,716
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Orange County
APN
14144221
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
Sep 19, 2022 • Final
Solar (residential)-new system
Electrical
Solar
Apr 21, 2022 • Final
Construction access - ecoa - construction access
Addition
Bathroom
Kitchen
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Direct Garage Access, Driveway
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Dryer Included, Individual Room, Inside, Washer Included
Kitchen Information
Appliances: 6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Energy Star Appliances, Garbage Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range/Stove Hood, Refrigerator
Has Appliances
Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar
Built-in Trash/Recycling, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen, Self-closing cabinet doors, Self-closing drawers
All Bedrooms Down, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Primary Suite
Fireplace Information
Living Room, Gas, Gas Starter, Wood
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Wood
Heating Information
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Has Heating
Interior Features
Cathedral-Vaulted Ceilings, Open Floor Plan, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 3
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylights
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Barbecue Private, Lighting
Pool Features: None
Has Sprinklers
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Lawn, Lot-Level/Flat, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Developer
Parcel Number: 14144221
Property Condition: Additions/Alterations, Building Permit, Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lighting
School Information
High School District: Newport Mesa Unified
Location Information
Latitude: 33.66212200
Longitude: -117.91050600
Other Subdivision Name: College Park Harbor Estates (COLH)
Directions: Fair to Loyola to Villanova
Subdivision Name: College Park Harbor Estates (COLH)
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,716
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 1958
County: Orange County
APN: 14144221
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
Other
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Bernice
List Agent Last Name: Devries
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: Kastell Real Estate Group
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Bernice
Buyer Agent Last Name: Devries
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: Kastell Real Estate Group
Around this home
Schools
College Park Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.1mi
6/10
Costa Mesa High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Local insights from Redfin agents
Eastside Costa Mesa is loved for being that much closer to Newport & its a mecca of eateries, shopping, highly rated schools, & a trendy elevated vibe. Walkability in some pockets can be a 10, outdoor activities & parks are amazing. Every street can...
be different, a $4m home next to a 1960's cottage!
Costa Mesa is known for its urban lifestyle with an artistic flare. Costa Mesa is home to the Segerstrom Center of Arts which host broadway productions , concerts and more. Down the street you have South Coast Plaza which is one of the most luxury...
Redfin Premier agent • Principal Listing Specialist
332 deals
Was this helpful?
From the classic charm of Eastside to the industrial-chic energy on the Westside, Costa Mesa has a neighborhood personality for everyone. Top it off with South Coast Metro's arts district and world-class dining, and you get a city that feels both...