188 Merrill Place

188 Merrill Place

Costa Mesa, CA 92627

$1,975,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
3
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,598 Sq. Ft.
$760 / Sq. Ft.
2,598
Sq. Ft.
$760
per Sq. Ft.

Closed 9/15/21

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Closed 9/15/21

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Off the kitchen, enjoy warm summer nights and afternoon ocean breezes in the enclosed covered patio, which is an approximately 185 square feet California Room and features surround sound speakers!
Enjoy the warm summer nights outside in the relaxing California room that offers a light and elegant ambience!
Off the California room there is a 220v outlet for a Jacuzzi overlooking a spacious and private fenced in backyard with automatic sprinklers, fruit trees and an underground drip watering system and drought resistant landscaping.
Overview of California room off the kitchen, include a sitting area around the fire pit. Like new high vinyl fences for added privacy!
Side yard of the Front House with room for a garden.
Outdoor night lighting by the fire pit for enhancing the outdoor ambience! There is exceptional privacy between the Back House and all of your neighbors.
Behind the front 1-car attached garage is additional space for parking, sitting areas for large gatherings or a boat and RV!
Additional parking between the front attached garage and the 2 car detached garage in the back!
Relax or enjoy entertaining in the spacious side and back yards with a covered patio, lush landscaping and plenty of storage space on the side of the property.
Enjoy a nice outdoor picnic from your very own backyard surrounded by lush greenery and privacy!
Nice sitting area includes a pergula with LED lighting for a night ambience feature!
Enjoy a glass of wine with some friends or family in the private and relaxing comfort of your very own backyard!
Side yard has newer system pavers and well maintained siding and plenty of storage space.
The living room features a cozy fireplace accented by a distressed wood mantel and audio/visual (AV) closet with complete wiring for the house, including surround sound speakers in the ceilings.
Neutral colored materials, including engineered laminate floors throughout and a large kitchen peninsula for casual dining and entertaining.
The chef's kitchen features black granite countertops, designer backsplash, top of the line KitchenAid stainless steel appliances, including an island with gas cooktop and range hood and mahogany cabinets!
The kitchen has engineered laminate floors from the living room and recessed lighting throughout!
High end mahogany cabinets including a pantry with built-in sliding shelves, rich black granite countertops, glass backsplash and stainless steal farmhouse sink.
The center island has white shaker cabinets to add a touch of style. There is a closet perfect for storage or pantry.
Views of the generously-sized office on the first level pre-wired with network capabilities!
Featured in the first level office is engineered laminate flooring, Milgard windows and recessed lighting!
Off the first level office is an elegant half bath with travertine flooring, a vessel sink and tile accent wall!
The generously sized master bedroom features a large walk-in closet, Millgard windows, laminate flooring and vaulted ceilings. Also note the recessed lighting and built-in speakers throughout the home.
The master bedroom even has a nook especially for a pet bed!
Nicely sized master bathroom features dual vanity sinks with mahogany styled cabinetry and granite counters and travertine flooring!
Master bathroom also features a LARGE walk-in shower with travertine stone and dual shower heads!
2nd level laundry closet conveniently located near the 3 bedrooms.
One of the two large secondary bedrooms that features laminate floors, recessed lighting, Milgard windows and vaulted ceilings!
Nicely sized upstairs fully hallway bath features a shower tub with travertine tile, a vanity area and travertine flooring!
One of the two large secondary bedrooms that features laminate floors, recessed lighting, Milgard windows and vaulted ceilings!
One of the secondary bedrooms with a nice sized closet, mirrored closet doors, stylish cutout above the closet!
Back House with furnishings.
Bamboo flooring, sky lights, designer paint and recessed lighting throughout give this home all the modern touches.
The mahogany cabinetry and stainless appliances look elegant with the bamboo flooring and designer paint palette.
The nicely appointed kitchen features concrete countertops and sitting bar, plenty of mahogany cabinets, and stainless steel appliances.
The spacious kitchen features a skylight, pendant & recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, mahogany cabinets and concrete counters!
Beautiful subway tile added for accent along with the concrete counters and undermount sink are just some of the fine designer touches throughout this home!
A separate office space offers a great space for work/homework, and the entire home is wired for AV.
Perfect work-from-home space with plenty of storage and pocket doors for a quiet space!
One bedroom now has hardwood floors, a ceiling fan, a nice sized closet with mirrored closet doors, and a sliding door to the private yard.
One of two bedrooms has a sliding door leading to the side yard, and the detached 2-car garage plus a separate office/workout room behind the garage.
A separate laundry closet inside the property makes doing chores convenient.
The bath has the same elegant finishes as in the front house, including travertine flooring and mahogany cabinetry.
Bathroom features a vanity area with mahogany cabinets and granite counters!
The shower features elegant travertine tile and glass doors.
Bedroom #2 is generously sized, now has wood floors, a ceiling fan, and nice sized closet with mirrored closet doors.
Bedroom #2 is generously sized, now has wood floors, a ceiling fan, and nice sized closet with mirrored closet doors.
Welcome to 188 Merrill Place. Once of the nicest properties in the highly sought after and eclectic enclave of Eastside Costa Mesa.
2 detached properties on 1 large lot. Front House: 3 bedrooms+office, 2 1/2 baths, 1 car attached garage, Back House: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath plus office nook. 2 car detached garage. Total of 9 parking spots.
2 Recently remodeled, detached, meticulously built craftsman style homes. Offers many options for a family/extended family or investors, including live in front house and rent out the back house.
188 Merrill features two recently remodeled, detached, traditional style homes meticulously built by a master craftsman, and offers many options for a family or investors, including living in the front house and renting out the back house.
There is parking for 9 or more cars in the attached 1-car garage on the front house, a detached 2-car garage with a separate office/workout/kid room, and driveway with space for an RV, boat or vehicles.
The 2 bedroom, 1 bath back house, also recently upgraded, shares the same attention to detail and excellent finishes with wood fencing to make for an inviting entry!
Nicely secluded and very separate from the Front house, this property has been a high demand rental, but could also be a perfect guest house for family, friends or a work space.
The Back House is pristine with Hardee Plank siding and great landscaping.
Separate space perfect as a studio/office/kid play area or workout room with an access door to the detached 2-car garage and a door to the side yard.
There is an additional 2 car detached garage with a separate storage room, along with a long driveway with space for a RV, boat or multiple cars.
The detached two-car garage also has a separate storage/office/school zone or work out room!
Walking distance to upper back bay where theres hiking trails and lookout points!
Aerial view from your new home just minutes to Triangle Square or the best beaches in Southern California!
Overhead view of your new neighborhood in Eastside Costa Mesa! Notice that the home is an interior lot location with no road noise and lots of privacy!
Map from your new home to all the attractions from Costa Mesa to Newport Beach!!
Start to the Upper Newport Back Bay hiking and walking trails!
The annual OC Fair is just right down the street!!
Enjoy outdoor dining, restaurants, movie theaters and the bowling ally at Triangle Square thats just minutes away!
Features/Highlights/Neighborhood Information!
Modern and designer touches inside including a Dutch door, open floor plan, high ceilings, recessed lighting, Milgard windows, and engineered laminate floors throughout.
Open floor plan where living and dining room flow seamlessly into the large kitchen.
At approximately 800 square feet, experience an open floor plan that offers a spacious living room with space for a dining table and room to entertain.
The open floor plan offers a nicely appointed kitchen overlooking a spacious living room with space for a dining table and room to entertain and bamboo flooring.
Great open floor plan, with high ceilings, Milgard windows throughout, a ceiling fan and high ceilings.
Front House (Approximately 1,800 square feet)/Lower Level Floorplan: Open concept, gourmet kitchen, private office, 1-car attached garage, covered California room in the back, inviting front porch AND air conditioning!
Front House/Upper Level Floorplan
Back House Floor Plan (Approximately 800 square feet): The rear house also offers an open floor plan, private office, two large bedrooms, and an elegant bath.
Financial Metrics with Pro Forma Rental income and Floor plans for the main house and back house including both garages!

Description

Price reduced to sell now! Don't miss the opportunity to buy this exceptional property! Two Custom Homes on a large lot with several private backyards. A true trophy property in Eastside Costa Mesa adjacent to the Upper Newport Beach Back Bay. Both houses have 2012 new construction. The FRONT HOUSE has a newly designed California room adding additional space and offers indoor and outdoor living with a drought tolerant designed new landscaping backyard, with three bedrooms upstairs, an office downstairs...Price reduced to sell now! Don't miss the opportunity to buy this exceptional property! Two Custom Homes on a large lot with several private backyards. A true trophy property in Eastside Costa Mesa adjacent to the Upper Newport Beach Back Bay. Both houses have 2012 new construction. The FRONT HOUSE has a newly designed California room adding additional space and offers indoor and outdoor living with a drought tolerant designed new landscaping backyard, with three bedrooms upstairs, an office downstairs and attached garage. The SECOND HOUSE (a single story masterpiece) is also new construction in 2012 with a newly designed “work space” room attached to an extra-long two car garage, and a private backyard. Between these two custom homes is a very large and useful driveway with an abundance of space for an RV, boat, and multiple automobiles. The front house kitchen overlooks the California room with a night lit backyard, and a vegetable garden. The master bedroom offers one of four television locations and an audio/visual closet for the built-in stereo/surround sound throughout and multiple televisions. New wood flooring with new lighting mostly LED and a new underground watering system. The second house has an office nook with two built-in desks and cabinetry. The master bedroom has custom built-in dressers in the closet and a sliding glass door that opens to a private garden with thirty foot trees for exceptional privacy. Close to Upper Newport Back Bay with walking & biking trails/other So Cal outdoor activities. Centrally located to world class beaches, fine dining/entertainment. Easy access to John Wayne airport, the 55, 405, PCH & toll roads. This is a ONE OF A KIND property!
  1. Listed by Danny Murphy • DRE #01867197 • Brokerage DRE #01008773 • First Team Real Estate • 949-413-6967

Property Details for 188 Merrill Place

Architectural Style
Craftsman, Custom Built, See Remarks
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Neighborhood, See Remarks
Parking Spaces Total
9
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
Central Forced Air
Total Units
2.0
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor

Location

Listing Courtesy of First Team Real Estate, Danny Murphy, DRE #01867197

Sold By The Oppenheim Group, Justin Itzen, DRE #01993489

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LISTING UPDATED: 09/16/2021 12:55 AM

Property Details for 188 Merrill Place

StatusClosed
MLS #OC21124349
Days on Market59
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2012
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
CountyOrange County

Location

Listing Courtesy of First Team Real Estate, Danny Murphy, DRE #01867197

Sold By The Oppenheim Group, Justin Itzen, DRE #01993489

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Building Information for 188 Merrill Place

Stories2Year Built2012Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

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$12,656 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,778

Property Taxes

$1,878

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 188 Merrill Place

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Income Details
  • Current Financing: None
  • Financing: Cash to New Loan
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Tract Number: 516
  • Tax Census Tract: 632.01
  • Tax Lot: 262
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Accessibility Features: Doors - Swing In, See Remarks
  • Disability Access: Doors - Swing In
  • Assessments YN: No
  • Assessments: None
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Suburban
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Water Line to Refrigerator
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Oven, Gas Stove, Water Line to Refr, Gas Range
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Copper Plumbing Full, Furnished, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Unfurnished, Wired for Data, Wired for Sound
  • Room Type: All Bedrooms Down, All Bedrooms Up, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Master Suite, Office, See Remarks, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet
  • Rooms: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Patio Covered, Patio Enclosed
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Room Bathroom Features: Bathtub, Shower, Shower in Tub, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Exhaust fan(s), Granite Counters, Remodeled, Upgraded, Vanity area, Walk-in shower
  • Bedroom Features: All Bedrooms Down, All Bedrooms Up, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Master Bedroom, Master Bedroom, Master Suite, WalkInCloset
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Open to Family Room, Remodeled Kitchen
  • Eating Area: Area, Breakfast Counter / Bar, In Family Room, See Remarks
  • Water Heater Features: Gas
  • Water Heater Type: Gas
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Closet, Individual Room, Inside, Upper Level, See Remarks, Washer Hookup, Washer Included
  • Laundry Location: Closet Full Sized, Laundry Room, Other/Remarks, Inside
  • Laundry Utilities: Gas, Washer Hookup
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas, See Remarks
  • Fireplace Rooms: Gas, Living Room, Other
  • Fireplace: FP in Living Room, Other/Remarks, Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Other
  • Heat Source: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s), See Remarks
  • Heat Equipment: Fireplace, Forced Air Unit, Other/Remarks
  • Floor Coverings: Laminate, Stone, Other/Remarks, Bamboo
  • Flooring: Bamboo, Laminate, See Remarks, Stone
  • Virtual Tour URL Branded: https://www.zillow.com/view-3d-home/6c954652-67c2-4bc8-b19d-ccc574480464?setAttribution=mls
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://player.vimeo.com/video/561949547
Exterior Features
  • Door Features: Mirror Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors
  • Window Features: Custom Covering, Double Pane Windows, Drapes, Roller Shields, Screens, Skylight(s)
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Drywall Walls, Glass, Stucco, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Construction: Concrete, Glass, Stucco
  • Exterior: Stucco, Vinyl Siding, Concrete, Glass
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Roof: Composition, See Remarks, Shingle
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fence: Other, Vinyl, Wood
  • Fencing: Block, Excellent Condition, See Remarks, Vinyl, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Block, See Remarks, Slab
  • Structure Type: House
  • Other Structures: Guest House Detached, Second Garage, Second Garage Detached
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Miscellaneous: Storm Drains, Suburban
  • Patio: Yes
  • Patio: Covered, Enclosed, Other/Remarks, Concrete, Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Concrete, Covered, Enclosed, Patio, Front Porch, See Remarks
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: N/K
  • Spa Features: None
Land/Lot Info
  • Sign on Property: No
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Garden, Lawn, Level with Street, Level, Near Public Transit, Paved, Sprinkler System, Sprinklers Drip System, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers On Side, Sprinklers Timer
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Sprinklers: Yes
  • Topography: Level
  • Road Surface Type: Maintained, Paved
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Levels: One, Two
  • Water: Other/Remarks, Public
  • Sewer: Sewer Paid
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Paid
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, See Remarks, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Electric: 220 Volts For Spa, Electricity - On Property
  • Water Source: Public, See Remarks
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Garage: Boat, Door Opener, Driveway, Garage, Garage - 2 Car, Oversized, RV Access, RV Possible, Uncovered
  • Uncovered Spaces: 6
  • Open Other Spaces Total: 6
  • Parking Non-Garage: Tandem, Uncovered, Driveway, Boat, Oversized, See Remarks
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Garage: Garage, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Boat, Driveway, Concrete, Driveway Level, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage - Two Door, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, RV Access/Parking, RV Potential, See Remarks, Tandem Uncovered, Uncovered
Property / Structure Info
  • Builders Tract Name: Other
  • Builders Tract Code: Other (OTHR)
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman, Craftsman/Bungalow, Custom Built, See Remarks
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 188 Merrill Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 188 Merrill Place

Taxable ValueLand$1,707,605Additions$306,895Total$2,014,500
Tax Record2023$22,531 ($1,878 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Total Finished SqFt905 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt905 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,282 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1949CountyORANGEAPN426-132-14

Schools near 188 Merrill Place

This home is within Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Woodland Elementary School
Public - K to 2
Heinz Kaiser Elementary School
Public - 3 to 6
Horace Ensign Intermediate School
Public - 7 to 8
Newport Harbor High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Woodland Elementary School
PublicK to 2

Heinz Kaiser Elementary School
Public3 to 6

Horace Ensign Intermediate School
Public7 to 8

Newport Harbor High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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