178 Flower St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
OFF MARKET
Listed by Keven Stirdivant, Kase Real Estate, (949) 200-9818 . Bought with Scott Lissoy, Broker

178 Flower St
Costa Mesa, CA 92627

  • 5 Beds
  • 5.5 Baths
  • 3,570 sqft

$3,403,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $20,522/mo*
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$3,403,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 3, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $20,522/mo*
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5 Beds
5.5 Baths
3,570 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1940
Living Area
3,570 sqft
Price/Sqft
$953
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
None

About this House

Welcome to your own private resort in the heart of highly coveted Eastside Costa Mesa. Nestled on Flower Street, this 5 bedroom, 5.5 bathroom home blends timeless elegance with contemporary luxury. Each spacious bedroom features its own walk-in closet and en-suite bath, while the primary suite offers a private balcony, an oversized spa-like bathroom, and a bonus retreat space. Step inside to rich dark walnut hardwood floors that lead you through an open, sun-drenched floor plan. Dual fireplaces in the lounge and living rooms create warm focal points, while high-end finishes, designer lighting, and curated tile work add thoughtful sophistication throughout. This entertainer’s dream is complete with expansive counter space, custom cabinetry, and pendant lighting that elevates the entire space. Indoor living seamlessly extends outside to a show-stopping backyard oasis. Designed for both play and relaxation, enjoy a custom putting green, a built-in BBQ island with outdoor dining, a serene spa with water feature, a modern fire pit lounge, and even a golf swing practice net under a vine-covered pergola, all surrounded by lush privacy hedges and mature landscaping. The home also features a surround sound system in the primary suite, whole-house Cat-5 wiring for high-speed connectivity, and dual-zone smart thermostats. Solar panels provide an eco-friendly edge, helping to offset energy costs while supporting sustainable living. Just minutes from 17th Street shops, restaurants, the Back Bay trails, and Newport’s beaches, all within the award-winning Newport Mesa Unified School District, this turnkey property is a rare blend of tranquility, luxury, and function. This home truly offers the best of indoor-outdoor Southern California living.
178 Flower St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 is a 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 3,570 sqft single-family home built in 1940. It last sold for $3,352,000 on Aug 13, 2025 (1% below the $3,395,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $3,403,000, with a rent estimate of $7,774/month.

Home Details for 178 Flower St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 5Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3570 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water ConnectedAppliances: Barbecue, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, DryerDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry RoomMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Family RoomSpa: Above Ground, PrivateHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: One, TwoEntry Location: Front Door
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer Tap Paid
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 22

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: TurnkeyParcel Number: 42523404

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $3,395,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Jul 12 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Costa Mesa
School Information
Elementary School: KaiserJr High / Middle School: EnsignHigh School: Newport HarborHigh School District: Newport Mesa Unified

Community

Community Features: Curbs, SuburbanNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7767 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: OC25115044Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 9493555947Activation Date: Thu Jun 12 2025Back On Market Date: Fri Jun 20 2025Common Interest: NoneStart Showing Date: Thu Jun 12 2025Universal Property Id: US-06059-N-42523404-R-N

Additional Information

CurbsSuburban
Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago
Listed by Keven Stirdivant DRE #01434793, (949) 355-5947
Kase Real Estate
Bought with: SCOTT LISSOY DRE #01129795, (949) 224-1970, Scott Lissoy, Broker
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#OC25115044

Price History for 178 Flower St

DatePriceEventSource
08/13/2025$3,352,000Sold
CRMLS #OC25115044
08/07/2025$3,395,000PendingCRMLS #OC25115044
07/17/2025$3,395,000ContingentCRMLS #OC25115044
06/20/2025$3,395,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #OC25115044
12/10/2021$2,550,000Sold
N/A
12/02/2021$2,640,000PendingCRMLS #OC21120969
10/30/2021$2,640,000ContingentCRMLS #OC21120969
10/13/2021$2,640,000PriceChange
CRMLS #OC21120969
08/05/2021$2,690,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #OC21120969
03/10/2011$1,325,000Sold
N/A
12/20/2010$1,350,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/14/2010$1,365,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/27/2010$1,399,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/03/2009$1,399,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/21/2009$1,399,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/16/2009$1,425,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/16/2006$1,525,000Sold
N/A
03/29/2004$684,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Costa Mesa

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.38M
$22.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$847
$22MoM
Available listings
165
6MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$29,748
Assessment$2,706,080
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 178 Flower St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
175 Costa Mesa St, Costa Mesa, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$4,000,000
07/01/26
5
5.5
4,156
212 E 19th St, Costa Mesa, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$2,915,000
06/01/26
5
4
2,578
224 Flower St, Costa Mesa, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$4,190,000
02/09/26
4
3.5
3,278
275 Walnut St, Costa Mesa, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$4,300,000
12/15/25
5
4.5
3,271
308 Flower St, Costa Mesa, CA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$2,185,840
10/24/25
5
5
3,000
305 Robinhood Ln, Costa Mesa, CA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$3,650,000
07/22/26
5
3.5
2,863
308 E 18th St, Costa Mesa, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$3,748,000
06/24/26
4
2.5
3,039
223 Robinhood Pl, Costa Mesa, CA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$3,075,000
08/29/25
4
3.5
2,298
366 Esther St, Costa Mesa, CA
0.54
Single-Family Home
$3,100,000
12/29/25
4
3.5
2,634

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What Locals Say about Costa Mesa

At least 986 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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    "Limited sidewalks and lots of joggers/ walkers make it difficult during rush hour to pass other fellow walkers "
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    "There are a lot of events like concerts in the park, annual fish fry, and neighborhood gatherings to build community"
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    "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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    "The neighborhood has lots of local, walkable restaurants. Plus, many more opening every month... lots of growth here."
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