714-914-4996

286 Carefree ,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627

$1,485,000

Light-filled Eastside Costa Mesa home offering an ideal blend of open living spaces, updated finishes, and outdoor living — perfect for everyday family life and effortless entertaining. Step into an expansive living area framed by soaring high ceilings and large windows that flood the space with natural light, creating an airy, welcoming atmosphere for gatherings or quiet evenings at home. The updated kitchen is thoughtfully designed for modern living, featuring contemporary finishes, generous work surfaces and brand-new appliances that make meal prep simple and enjoyable. A smooth flow from the kitchen into the main living and dining areas makes hosting effortless. Upstairs you’ll find three well-proportioned bedrooms and two full baths. The extra-large primary suite serves as a private retreat with a spacious ensuite bath and a walk-in closet that offers substantial organization potential. Additional thoughtful storage is integrated throughout the home. Conveniences include an attached two-car garage with abundant storage capacity and driveway parking. Outdoors, the fenced yard provides a safe, private space for children and pets, plus a comfortable area for al fresco dining, summer barbecues and relaxing evenings under the stars — a real extension of the living space for entertaining and family fun. Located on the desirable Eastside, this residence enjoys close proximity to local golf courses, Irvine Ranch Market, and the Back Bay recreation area and trail network — perfect for weekend outings, fitness and nature pursuits. With its combination of bright, open interiors, contemporary kitchen upgrades, and a charming outdoor yard, this home is a true Costa Mesa gem.

Basic Information

MLS #:
OC25276516

Price:
$1,485,000

Price
(per sq ft):
$914.00

Address:
286 Carefree ,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627

MLS Area:
C5 - East Costa Mesa

Subdivision:
Other (OTHR)

Property
Type:
Single Family Residence

Days on Market:
19

Status:
Active

Bedrooms:
3

Bathrooms:
3

Full Baths:
2

Size (sq ft):
1,623 sq ft

Lot Size:
2,874 sq ft

Year Built:
1989

Sale Type:
Standard

Rooms in Home

Rooms:
All Bedrooms Up, Entry, Kitchen, Walk-In Closet

Eating Area:

Laundry:
In Garage, Washer Included

Entry Location:
street

Interior Features

Fireplace:
Living Room

Cooling:
Central Air

Heating:
Central

Floor:
Laminate

Appliances:
6 Burner Stove, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Water Heater

Interior Features:
Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Track Lighting

Security:

Accessibility:

Garage and Parking

Garage:
Attached

Garage:
2 Spaces

Carport:
0 Spaces

Parking:
Direct Garage Access, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Private

Home Owners Association

HOA Dues 1:
$300.00 / Quarterly

HOA Dues 2:
$

HOA Amenities: 
Management

Utilities

Water:
Public

Utilities:

School Information

District:
Newport Mesa Unified

Elementary:

Middle:

High:

Exterior Features

Pool:
None

Spa:

Patio:

View:
Neighborhood

Construction:

Foundation:

Roof:

Windows:
Blinds

Common Walls:
No Common Walls

Levels:
Two

Lot Features:
Back Yard, Landscaped, Paved

Additional Information

County:
Orange

Senior Community:
No

Community Features:
Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Other Structures:

Structure Condition:

Direction Faces:

Listed by:
Coldwell Banker Realty , Georgie Fenton , 00990939

Co-Listed:
Coldwell Banker Realty , Mary Baldoni , 02067418

Last
Updated:
1/8/2026 4:30 AM

286 Carefree ,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627