714-914-4996

842 S Corta Drive,
Santa Ana, CA 92704

$2,500,000

This is the kind of property that rarely comes to market.Featuring a main residence, a substantial private addition (built in 2007), and a detached guest house/ADU (built in 2009), this exceptional estate offers flexibility, privacy, and opportunity--all on one impressive lot.Collectively offering 8 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and three separate living spaces--each with its own dedicated laundry area--this property is ideally suited for multi-generational living, extended family, or multiple income streams.The 1,751 sq ft main residence welcomes you with bright, sun-filled living areas, a functional layout ideal for both daily living and entertaining, three well-sized bedrooms including a primary suite, and an attached two-car garage.The 1,904 sq ft addition has its own private entrance and three separate access points, creating exceptional independence. This spacious unit includes three oversized bedrooms, two bathrooms (including a primary suite), a large living room, dining area, and an expansive eat-in kitchen with sliding door access to the outdoors. French doors open to a private patio retreat complete with a tranquil water fountain and lush landscaping.The 842 sq ft detached ADU adds even more versatility with two bedrooms and its own dedicated living space--perfect for extended family, guests, a home office, or rental income.Additional highlights on this property includeRV access with a long driveway secured by an electric gate, abundant dedicated parking for each unit and a 12 panel leased solar system serviciing all 3 units. The outdoor grounds are a true garden sanctuary, featuring an impressive collection of mature and exotic fruit trees and plants including star fruit, mango, banana, avocado, dragon fruit, pomegranate, jasmine, plumeria, Thai medicinal plants, and more--creating a private, resort-style setting that feels worlds away.Conveniently located near Mile Square Regional Park, shopping, schools, dining, major transportation routes, and just minutes to the beaches, this property offers both lifestyle and long-term investment potential.Whether you're an owner-occupant looking for flexibility or an investor seeking strong rental upside, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly adaptable estate.

Basic Information

MLS #:
226000376

Price:
$2,500,000

Price
(per sq ft):
$573.00

Address:
842 S Corta Drive ,
Santa Ana, CA 92704

MLS Area:
68 - N of Heil, S of Blsa, E of Brookhrst, W of Ha

Subdivision:
Other - OTHR

Property
Type:
Single Family Residence

Days on Market:
50

Status:
Active

Bedrooms:
8

Bathrooms:
5

Full Baths:
3

Size (sq ft):
4,358 sq ft

Lot Size:
12,197 sq ft

Year Built:
1960

Sale Type:
Standard

Rooms in Home

Rooms:
Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Suite, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Two Primaries, Living Room, Family Room, Walk-In Closet

Eating Area:
Family Kitchen, Dining Room, In Family Room

Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage

Entry Location:
Ground Level - No Steps, Main Level

Interior Features

Fireplace:
Wood Burning, Living Room

Cooling:

Heating:
Fireplace(s), Natural Gas, Wall Furnace, Central

Floor:
Carpet, Wood, Laminate

Appliances:
Gas Cooking, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Solar Hot Water, Freezer

Interior Features:
Pull Down Stairs to Attic, Recessed Lighting, Open Floorplan

Security:
Fire Sprinkler System, Fire and Smoke Detection System, Smoke Detector(s), Automatic Gate

Accessibility:
No Interior Steps

Garage and Parking

Garage:
Attached

Garage:
2 Spaces

Carport:
3.00 Spaces

Parking:
Garage, Detached Carport, Carport, Covered, Private, RV Potential, Auto Driveway Gate, RV Access/Parking, Driveway, RV Gated, Garage - Two Door, Street, Garage Door Opener

Home Owners Association

HOA Dues 1:
$

HOA Dues 2:
$

HOA Amenities: 

Utilities

Water:
Public

Utilities:
Cable Available

School Information

District:
Santa Ana Unified

Elementary:

Middle:

High:

Exterior Features

Pool:

Spa:

Patio:
Concrete, Patio Open

View:

Construction:
Plaster, Stucco

Foundation:

Roof:

Windows:
Drapes, Solar Screens, Blinds

Common Walls:
No Common Walls

Levels:
One

Lot Features:
Sprinklers None, Rectangular Lot, Back Yard, Yard

Additional Information

County:
Orange

Senior Community:
No

Community Features:

Other Structures:
Guest House Attached, Shed(s)

Structure Condition:
Additions/Alterations, Repairs Cosmetic, Updated/Remodeled

Direction Faces:
East

Listed by:
MDalton Properties , Melissa Dalton , 01712753

Co-Listed:

Last
Updated:
3/18/2026 1:43 AM

842 S Corta Drive,
Santa Ana, CA 92704