315 University Drive presents a high-density development opportunity on a 9,148 square foot lot zoned R-4 in Costa Mesa. Architectural studies illustrate two distinct paths: a for-sale configuration featuring four spacious 2-bedroom condominium residences with a separate structure offering two additional 2-bedroom ADUs, all supported by parking within a shared ground-level garage; or a rental-focused design allowing for up to 20 units comprised of a mix of two-bedroom and studio apartments. The apartment concept includes structured parking. The contemporary three-story design features private patios and balconies, elevator access, and a modern coastal architectural aesthetic as depicted in the renderings, which are for illustrative purposes only. With flexible development potential in a supply-constrained submarket, this property offers multiple strategies for build-to-sell, build-to-rent, or long-term hold. Buyer to verify all development standards and requirements with the City of Costa Mesa and the County of Orange. Architectural floor plans are available upon request.
Property Details
Price:
$3,250,000
MLS #:
OC26041042
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
c5eastcostamesa
Listed Date:
Feb 27, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,225
Lot Size:
9,148 sqft / 0.21 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1954
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Schools
School District:
Newport Mesa Unified
Interior
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
CA
Heating
FA, CF
Laundry Features
GAS, WH
Exterior
Community Features
SL
Parking Spots
2
Financial
Map
Community
- Address315 University DR Costa Mesa CA
- SubdivisionOther (OTHR)
- CityCosta Mesa
- CountyOrange
- Zip Code92627
Subdivisions in Costa Mesa
- Award AWAR
- Bay Laurel ENBY
- College Park COLP
- Coral Point CORP
- Country Club I ICC1
- Country Club Manor ENCC
- Del Cerro DELC
- Eastside Central ECCM
- Eastside Heights EHCM
- Eastside South ESCM
- Freedom Homes FREE
- Greenbrook By Larwin GBLR
- Halecrest HALE
- Harbor Pointe Condos HPTC
- Mesa Del Mar MDMA
- Mesa Verde Collection MVCO
- Mesa Verde Residential Income MVRI
- Mesa Verde Villas Iowa St. MVVL
- Monticello Townhomes MONT
- Newport Riviera ENNR
- Oceanview Park OCPK
- Pacesetter One Story ICPI
- State Streets II MST2
- Village Creek VLCK
- Westside Costa Mesa Central WCMC
- Westside Costa Mesa South WSCM
- Wilson Park Condos WPKC
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Costa Mesa as of Mar 04, 2026
156
Single Family Listed
60
Avg DOM
671
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,230,800
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Other (OTHR) subdivision, 315 University DR Costa Mesa CA is a Single Family for sale in Costa Mesa, CA, 92627. It is listed for $3,250,000 and features 2 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,225 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1954. The current price per square foot is $2,653. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Costa Mesa is $671. The average listing price for Single Family in Costa Mesa is $1,230,800.
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