217 Amherst Rd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
OFF MARKET
Listed by Lori Robnett, First Team Real Estate . Bought with Marterra Real Estate

$1,814,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,843 sqft

217 Amherst Rd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Est. Refi. Payment $11,327/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 20, 2023 for $1,500,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.81M
Since last month
Decreased$35K (-1.9%)
Since last year
Increased$70K (+4%)
Since last sale
Increased$324K (+21.6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +139% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.82M
August 2026$1.81M
July 2026$1.86M
June 2026$1.86M
May 2026$1.84M
April 2026$1.8M
March 2026$1.83M
February 2026$1.8M
January 2026$1.77M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
245 Tulane Rd, Costa Mesa, CA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$1,555,200
05/26/26
4
2
1,645
208 Dartmouth Pl, Costa Mesa, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,383,100
11/18/25
4
2
1,646
236 Wake Forest Rd, Costa Mesa, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$2,325,000
07/09/26
4
2
2,007
2314 Colgate Dr, Costa Mesa, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,903,000
12/08/25
3
2
1,587
2371 Rutgers Dr, Costa Mesa, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,594,000
12/26/25
3
2
1,587
2333 Rutgers Dr, Costa Mesa, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$1,403,000
03/26/26
4
3
1,839
2362 Cornell Dr, Costa Mesa, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,750,000
06/02/26
4
2
1,657
2279 Rutgers Dr, Costa Mesa, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
04/15/26
3
2
1,450
2436 Littleton Pl, Costa Mesa, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
09/03/26
3
2
1,637
2433 Littleton Pl, Costa Mesa, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,925,000
05/07/26
3
2
1,964

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
208 Amherst Pl, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.04
$1,519,000
3
2
1,450
Off Market
236 Wake Forest Rd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.07
$2,325,000
4
2
2,007
Recently Sold
245 Tulane Rd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.10
$2,149,900
4
2
1,645
For Sale
2334 Bunker Hill Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.10
$886,900
3
2
1,256
Off Market
2338 Bunker Hill Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.10
$865,000
3
2
1,240
Recently Sold
2350 Bunker Hill Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.12
$908,300
3
2
1,320
Off Market
208 Dartmouth Pl, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.13
$1,383,100
4
2
1,646
Recently Sold
2314 Colgate Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.14
$1,903,000
3
2
1,587
Recently Sold
2353 Richmond Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.13
$951,300
4
2
1,420
Off Market
2334 Richmond Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.14
$844,900
2
2
1,244
Off Market
164 Brookline Ln, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
0.14
$819,000
2
2
1,245
For Sale

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1957
1,843 sqft
$985/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

Don't miss the chance to make this expanded 4 bedroom 2 bathroom College Park home your own! Spanning a generous 1,840 square feet, this home is nestled on a spacious 7,500 square foot corner lot in this vibrant and highly desired neighborhood. This home has been meticulously cared for and maintained by its long time owner.  Upon entering, you'll be greeted by an abundance of natural light and expansive open floor plan ideally suited for entertaining.The striking architectural features of the vaulted ceilings, the see-through gas fireplace connecting the living room and dining area, as well as the added recessed lighting create an inviting atmosphere for your family and guests. The kitchen features brand-new stainless steel appliances, custom cabinets with two pantries, illuminated glass door upper cabinet, an appliance drawer with concealed power outlets for small appliances, under-cabinet lighting for added ambiance, granite countertops, and a central island with an electric cooktop. The beautiful marble flooring extends seamlessly from the kitchen to the dining area and entry. The home also boasts all new interior paint, carpet, dual pane windows, as well as fans, outlets, and switches. The exterior is equally impressive, including the fresh exterior paint, new lighting, private courtyard and backyard, block walls with custom gates, and the roof containing three skylights which were installed 6-years ago.Additionally, this property includes plans for a potential Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), offering a wealth of customization possibilities. This home is a must-see and eagerly awaiting its new owner to move in and start creating memories.
217 Amherst Rd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,843 sqft single-family home built in 1957. It last sold for the $1,500,000 asking price on Nov 20, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,814,700, with a rent estimate of $6,942/month.

Home Details for 217 Amherst Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Bathroom, Entry Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1843 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,In GarageMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Dining Room, Gas, Living Room, See ThroughSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Standard
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane Windows, Screens, Skylight(s)Door: Mirrored Closet Door(s)Flooring: Carpet, See RemarksCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: 1Accessibility: NoneFloors: Carpet, See Remarks
View
No ViewView: None
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Concrete, Covered, Enclosed, PatioFencing: BlockExterior: Rain GuttersFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached Carport,Door-Multi,Garage,Garage Door Opener
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: 12

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: TurnkeyParcel Number: 14146219

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,500,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Oct 24 2023Possession Timing: Close Plus 2 Days

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Costa MesaCommunity: College Park Harbor Estates (Colh)
School Information
Elementary School: College ParkJr High / Middle School: Costa MesaHigh School: Costa MesaHigh School District: Newport Mesa Unified

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7500 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: OC23190401Living Area Range Units: Square FeetCommon Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06059-N-14146219-R-N

Additional Information

CurbsStreet LightsSidewalks

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 20, 2023
Source: CRMLS #OC23190401
Sold
$1,500,000
Nov 6, 2023
Source: CRMLS #OC23190401
Pending
$1,500,000
Oct 24, 2023
Source: CRMLS #OC23190401
Contingent
$1,500,000
Oct 12, 2023
Source: CRMLS #OC23190401
Listed For Sale
$1,500,000

Market trends in Costa Mesa

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.45M
$73.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$859
$31MoM
Available listings
179
14MoM

Around this home

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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  • dorothy p
    "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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    "we have firefighters open houses, community events, womens community clubs, for 4th of july theres always local schools being represented. "
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Frequently asked questions about 217 Amherst Rd

  • What is 217 Amherst Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 217 Amherst Rd in Costa Mesa, CA is $1,814,700.
  • What is the price history for 217 Amherst Rd?
    217 Amherst Rd in Costa Mesa, CA last sold for $1,500,000 in November 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 $1.45M. That is up $73.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 217 Amherst Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 217 Amherst Rd in Costa Mesa, CA has laundry facilities.
  • How big is the lot at 217 Amherst Rd?
    The lot at 217 Amherst Rd in Costa Mesa, CA is about 0.17 acres (7,500 sq ft).

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