228 Amherst Rd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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$1,497,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 16, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,587 sqft

228 Amherst Rd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1958

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 228 Amherst Rd.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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Home Details for 228 Amherst Rd

Days on Market

Days on Market: 164 days on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6969.6 sqft

Foreclosure Information

4/27/2026
Foreclosure auction
$141,288
The property was scheduled to be sold at a
Foreclosure Auction
 on 04/27/2026 at 4:00 pm. The auction was scheduled to take place at 100 THE CITY DR, ORANGE. Because auction dates are often changed or postponed, it is unknown at this time if the auction was held. Please confirm with a foreclosure specialist.
Invalid Date
Home in default
Public records indicate that the owner of this property is in pre-foreclosure. The loan in default was issued on 12/19/2014 in the amount of $158,000.

Legal Details

Foreclosure Type
Non-Judicial
Parcel Number
14146112

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 4qrsyhj9hv
    "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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  • 4qrsyhj9hv
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Azucenagarcia8823
    "we have firefighters open houses, community events, womens community clubs, for 4th of july theres always local schools being represented. "
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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

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.5M
Since last month
Decreased$27K (-1.8%)
Since last year
Increased$159K (+11.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +97% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.5M
August 2026$1.49M
July 2026$1.53M
June 2026$1.52M
May 2026$1.5M
April 2026$1.46M
March 2026$1.48M
February 2026$1.43M
January 2026$1.39M
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Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
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Bed
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Recently Sold
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For Sale
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Off Market
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Recently Sold
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Off Market
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Off Market
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3
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Off Market
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Off Market
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3
2
1,587
Recently Sold
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0.18
$1,408,600
3
3
1,930
Off Market
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0.18
$1,403,000
4
3
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Recently Sold
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0.12
$1,383,100
4
2
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Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

YearProperty taxTax assessment
2026Unavailable
$276,794
Home facts updated by county records

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Frequently asked questions about 228 Amherst Rd

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 228 Amherst Rd?
    Based on a $1,497,600 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 228 Amherst Rd in Costa Mesa, CA is approximately $9,460 (about $8,062 principal & interest, $1,323 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 228 Amherst Rd compare to homes in Costa Mesa?
    228 Amherst Rd in Costa Mesa, CA is listed at $1,497,600, about 4% above the $1.45M median sale price in Costa Mesa.
  • What do residents say about Costa Mesa?
    Residents describe Costa Mesa, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See homes for sale in Costa Mesa, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 228 Amherst Rd?
    The closest schools to 228 Amherst Rd in Costa Mesa, CA are College Park Elementary School (rated 6/10), Costa Mesa High School (Middle, rated 5/10).
  • How big is the lot at 228 Amherst Rd?
    The lot at 228 Amherst Rd in Costa Mesa, CA is about 0.16 acres (6,970 sq ft).
228 Amherst Rd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,587 sqft single-family home built in 1958. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Auction.com 2 on Apr 5, 2026.