169 E 18th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
OFF MARKET
Listed by Matt Perry, Arbor Real Estate, (949) 673-7600 . Bought with Kott & Company, Inc.

169 E 18th St
Costa Mesa, CA 92627

  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,671 sqft
5 Beds
4 Baths
2,671 sqft

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Sold Date
Bed
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Sqft
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6
4
2,268
203 Ogle St, Costa Mesa, CA
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5
3,366
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0.45
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$2,825,000
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4
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2,079
1780 Santa Ana Ave, Costa Mesa, CA
0.34
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$2,275,000
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6
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0.22
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6
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1,738
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$1,900,000
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2,170

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
150 E 18th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.04
$1,564,000
Studio
-
-
Off Market
132 E 18th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.07
-
5
3
2,020
Off Market
1826 Fullerton Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.09
$2,757,100
6
4
2,268
Off Market
162 Rochester St #A, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.06
$1,413,300
4
3.5
1,700
Off Market
162B Rochester St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.06
$1,403,900
4
2.5
1,606
Recently Sold
180 Rochester St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.07
-
8
4
3,325
Off Market
146 Rochester St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.08
$1,537,500
1
1
894
Off Market
170 Rochester St #A, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.07
$917,400
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2.5
1,146
Off Market
122 Magnolia St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.14
-
4
4
2,459
Off Market
174 Broadway #A, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.16
-
6
5
3,000
Off Market
1789 Rogers Pl, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.14
$2,749,000
4
3
2,168
For Sale

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1979
Living Area
2,671 sqft
Parking
Garage
HOA
None

About this House

Ideally located in the highly sought-after lower Eastside Costa Mesa area, this exceptional income property is designed to captivate both discerning buyers and savvy investors. Renovated to perfection, this property boasts a myriad of recent improvements that enhance its allure. From the brand-new roof to the meticulously applied exterior paint, no detail has been overlooked. Step inside the spacious upper unit, and be greeted by an ambiance of grandeur. The soaring cathedral ceilings create an incredible sense of volume, complemented by the fresh interior paint and flooring as well as dual pane windows and sliders. The upper level offers a true great room with an open floor plan, perfect for entertaining. Three generously sized bedrooms and tastefully finished bathrooms provide comfort and style. Additionally, the unit features convenient interior laundry facilities, a sprawling private outdoor entertaining area, and a two-car garage. Its desirability and appeal make it a highly sought-after rental property, ensuring consistent occupancy. The lower unit also boasts notable enhancements, including custom tile floors, dual pane glass windows and sliders, and a functional floor plan. Two bedrooms and two bathrooms offer ample living space, while interior laundry facilities and direct access to a one-car garage provide convenience and ease. Conveniently located within a short distance of the vibrant 17th Street and The Triangle, this meticulously improved income property presents a rare opportunity in today's real estate market. Whether you are looking to invest or to find your dream home, this property is a true gem that combines exceptional upgrades with a highly desirable location.
169 E 18th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,671 sqft multi-family built in 1979. It last sold for $1,880,000 on Aug 21, 2023 (11% above the $1,699,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2026 with an asking price of $4,595 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 6, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $4,404/month.

Home Details for 169 E 18th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Entry Foyer, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 4
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Inside,Laundry ClosetRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Spa: NoneNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Electricity - On Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Skylight(s)Door: Double Door Entry, Mirrored Closet Door(s), Sliding DoorsFlooring: Tile, WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoEntry Location: 1Floors: Tile, Wood
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionFencing: WoodExterior: Rain GuttersFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 11

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1979
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: DuplexArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Frame, StuccoNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: Updated/Remodeled, TurnkeyParcel Number: 42541520

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,699,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Jul 28 2023Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Costa MesaCommunity: Eastside South (Escm)

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2671 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Sidewalks, ParkNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5214 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Trust

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan

Business

Expense
Tenant Pays: Cable TV, Electricity, Gas, Water

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

No Rent Control

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: LG23131260Living Area Range Units: Square FeetCommon Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06059-N-42541520-R-N

Additional Information

CurbsStreet LightsSidewalksPark
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Matt Perry DRE #01192690, (949) 233-8161
Arbor Real Estate
Co-Listing Agent: Kellen Perry DRE #02186044
Arbor Real Estate
Bought with: Kevin Kott DRE #02089647, Kott & Company, Inc.
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#LG23131260

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 6, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,595
Apr 28, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,595
Aug 21, 2023
Source: CRMLS #LG23131260
Sold
$1,880,000
Aug 12, 2023
Source: CRMLS #LG23131260
Pending
$1,699,000
Jul 28, 2023
Source: CRMLS #LG23131260
Contingent
$1,699,000

Market trends in Costa Mesa

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.38M
$7.13KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
1.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$834
$13MoM
Available listings
165
1MoM
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What Locals Say about Costa Mesa

At least 987 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 61 % Say parking is easy

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 54 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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    "I live here for almost 3 years the area is nice and quiet good neighborhood and clean air Newport Beach is close to my apartment and shops everything "
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    "I’m live in Costa Mesa since in 3 years the area is safe and Nighborhod is safe and close to Newport Beach and fun places "
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  • Kayla Marie
    "Public transit is amazing in this city, bus comes every 20 mins in most areas here (: Even riding my bike is a great way to get around, everything is super close and I have really enjoyed the mostly flat streets and bike lanes provided by the city"
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  • Luka J
    "Close to all freeways. My commute is only 12-18 minutes depending on traffic. Even with traffic I have access to backstreets if needed."
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  • Lyndsay Jackson
    "Eastside Costa Mesa is a family friendly neighborhood. Backbay is a good place to exercise and meet up with friends for a casual walk "
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  • ssbiken
    "It’s a safe neighborhood very nice community park.well lit has pool, tennis, racket ball courts clean bathrooms and out side shower after swimming in the pool to rinse off"
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  • Albert Luu
    "OC Fair holding events weekly and Segerstrom Performing Art Center having great events weekly. Also the availability of many restaurants all within a short drive. "
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  • Mrobbins055
    "It’s on the boarder of Newport and Costa Mesa and it feels very safe. I walk with my baby and dog daily."
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  • ssbiken
    "You can walk to the mall and grocery store if you wanted to.The bus is within walking distance. Nice area to live for people with children."
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  • Tina Gutierrez
    "I have a hybrid work schedule and am lucky enough to not have to commute on thee freeway unless I want to. "
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  • ssbiken
    "A well kept environment owner show that they are proud of their community. It is a great place to raise children, dog friendly and close to stores, restaurants, and local mall."
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  • Tina Gutierrez
    "A mix of old and new homes with generous sprinkles of rentals. Very walk-friendly with a neighborhood feel. Lots of spots to eat and grab drinks. "
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  • Trulia User
    "New development mixed with 1950-1960 older housing. Shaved driveways mixed with track homes. Good schools and well maintained parks."
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    "The back bay is by far the best benefit of living in this neighborhood. Lots of noise from the airport but you get used to it. "
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    "Everyone smiles as you walk by on the sidewalk. Very friendly people. Considerate neighbors. A few bad apples, but that’s everywhere. "
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  • Maria M.
    "Very important for parents to know that our neighborhoods are over populated and unfortunately we no longer have the the city of Costa Mesa code enforcement making sure codes are being enforced. To many fast food restaurants that people litter and drive very fast in residential areas. "
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  • Crashowe
    "Different styles of houses and different ethnicities , cozy home - some not too big or too new etc etc "
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  • Cristina
    "People walk their dogs all of the time. Poop bags available as well to keep the community clean. "
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  • Sheryldye
    "Great access to freeways and major roads . Less than 5 minutes to South Coast Plaza , movie theaters and multiple grocery stores . "
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  • Jimmy H.
    "Very centrally located, for shops, groceries, freeways and my work. I lived here on and off for many years. "
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  • Lauriehipp
    "My neighborhood provides great public access and well lit sidewalks. We have a well working traffic lights and signs for us to get directions. "
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  • Nicweinstein
    "Accessibility from residential to freeways, shops, ocean with lots of great hangs all close to each other!"
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  • Kym M.
    "OC Fair comes from July through August in the summertime. But Costa Mesa doesn’t really have a lot of community events. "
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  • Sarah T.
    "I live in a gated community and feel safer that way. I would say the surrounding apartments/neighborhoods aren’t as nice as my community but if you drive 2-3min in each direction it’s a lot nicer over there. Like that I’m only 15min away from the beach too"
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  • Cassandra M.
    "there are a lot of people who walk their dogs in this area - dogs of all sizes! There are not a ton of huge lawns. "
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  • Destiny
    "coyotes are a real big problem there are a lot of different sectors of Costa Mesa. mostly nice got families. "
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  • Amyshepherd
    "Dog parks could be better maintained, and area could be more dog friendly, but there have been improvements, more restaurants / business allow dogs"
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  • Destiny
    "mostly family oriented. certain neighborhoods get to know eachother more than others. not all neighborhoods are equal. all four corners are very different neighborhoods in their own special way."
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  • Mmhauser1
    "Limited sidewalks and lots of joggers/ walkers make it difficult during rush hour to pass other fellow walkers "
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  • Arutianr
    "There are a lot of events like concerts in the park, annual fish fry, and neighborhood gatherings to build community"
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  • Azucena R. G.
    "alot of the community around have dogs and plenty love to walk them around their neighborhoods theres also a dog park driving distance near that's on Newport boulevard going South bound by the fair grounds. just always remember to take ur goody bag with u in order to always pick up after ur canine. and always their water. "
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  • Diana L.
    "Nice close to john Wayne shopping malls everything Is Close by. Ppl are kind Trader Joe’s is up the block Bloomies is down the street and a lot of restaurants "
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  • Seanpatrick7
    "Lots of folks walking their dogs. However, sometimes there are liquor bottles, chicken bones, or other dangerous items on the sidewalks."
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  • Dan D.
    "Up and coming neighbored people are nice lots of good schools and restaurants . Beach close and good coastal breezes "
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  • Joelle S.
    "We’re right next to the OC fairgrounds. There’s always an event going on. It’s close to the freeway for travel. The location close to Back Bay which is great for walks or workouts. "
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  • Hookashley
    "The neighborhood has lots of local, walkable restaurants. Plus, many more opening every month... lots of growth here."
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  • Joannbkenyon
    "Great neighborhood but most parents take their kids to other schools in the Mesa Verde area. Great trick or treating. Great for walking and biking around. "
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    "orange county fair grounds, lots of churches, south coast plaza, orange coast college, triangle square entertainment center, the beaches."
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  • Jon D.
    "It’s great to walk your kids and your dogs in the evening but it doesn’t make sense not to pick up after your dog"
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Frequently asked questions about 169 E 18th St

  • What is the price history for 169 E 18th St?
    169 E 18th St in Costa Mesa, CA last sold for $1,880,000 in August 2023.
  • Is Costa Mesa a buyer's or seller's market?
    Costa Mesa is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Costa Mesa?
    The median sale price in Costa Mesa is $1.38M. That is down $7.13K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Costa Mesa?
    Residents describe Costa Mesa, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Costa Mesa, CA.
  • Does 169 E 18th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 169 E 18th St in Costa Mesa, CA has laundry facilities.
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