233 E 21st St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
OFF MARKET
Listed by Karla Stagman, Compass, (949) 438-4340 . Bought with Coldwell Banker Realty

233 E 21st St
Costa Mesa, CA 92627

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,566 sqft

$1,840,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 21, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,931/mo*
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$1,840,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 21, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,931/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,566 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.84M
Since last month
Decreased$14K (-0.8%)
Since last year
Decreased$24K (-1.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$20K (+1.1%)
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 +93% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.85M
July 2026$1.86M
June 2026$1.84M
May 2026$1.84M
March 2026$1.86M
February 2026$1.87M
January 2026$1.82M
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
263 E 21st St, Costa Mesa, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,552,500
11/17/25
3
2
1,440
277 E 21st St, Costa Mesa, CA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$1,750,000
12/18/25
3
1.5
1,352
186 Buoy St, Costa Mesa, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
05/29/26
3
2
1,452
2080 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$2,500,000
10/16/25
3
2
1,861
2147 Aster Pl, Costa Mesa, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$2,000,000
04/30/26
4
2
1,575
300 Alva Ln, Costa Mesa, CA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$1,850,000
04/27/26
3
2
1,512
224 Pauline Pl, Costa Mesa, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,650,000
04/15/26
2
2
1,323

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
2094 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.08
$1,900,000
5
3
2,221
Recently Sold
201 E 21st St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.08
$2,470,000
3
2.5
2,151
Recently Sold
2080 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.08
$2,528,000
3
2
1,861
Off Market
2113 Westminster Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.06
$2,027,500
3
2
1,368
Off Market
226 Sherwood Pl, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.07
$3,357,200
4
3
2,321
Off Market
224 Pauline Pl, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.08
$1,650,000
2
2
1,323
Recently Sold
2077 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.12
$1,550,200
3
1.5
1,037
Off Market
2121 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.13
$1,980,000
4
4
2,074
Recently Sold
2132-2140 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.13
$4,628,600
17
14
10,050
Off Market
263 E 21st St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.06
$1,552,500
3
2
1,440
Recently Sold
186 Buoy St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
0.15
$1,950,000
3
2
1,452
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 233 E 21st St.
  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1963
Living Area
1,566 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,175
Parking
Garage
HOA
None

About this House

How often do you get the chance to buy a home where you call the shots? Welcome to 233 E 21st Street, a charming single-level ranch-style home that invites you to craft your dream residence in one of Costa Mesa’s most desirable neighborhoods. This is an opportunity for buyers with vision to design a home that reflects their personal style and taste. Set on a generous 6,080 sf lot, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home features a sparkling pool perfect for soaking up the SoCal sunshine and enjoying seamless indoor/outdoor living. The canvas is ready; all it needs is your imagination. Located just blocks from the vibrant energy of 17th Street, you’ll have top-tier dining, boutiques, and daily essentials at your fingertips. Only 1 mile from Newport’s scenic Back Bay and 3 miles from the coastal charm of Lido Marina Village, this home is perfectly positioned for everything we love about living in Orange County: beaches, trails, shopping, and a true sense of community. Add in award-winning schools, and you’ve got the ideal foundation for long-term living. Opportunities like this are few and far between. Don’t settle for someone else’s version of “updated.” Bring your vision, this is the one you’ve been waiting for.
233 E 21st St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,566 sqft single-family home built in 1963. It last sold for $1,825,000 on Sep 24, 2025 (4% below the $1,899,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,840,700, with a rent estimate of $7,263/month.

Home Details for 233 E 21st St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1566 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected, Overhead UtilitiesAppliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Range, MicrowaveDishwasherLaundry: Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,InsideMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,High EfficiencyHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Gas, Living RoomSpa: PrivateHas a FireplaceHas a Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Electricity - On Property, Standard
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: Double Door Entry, Mirrored Closet Door(s)Flooring: WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: front doorAccessibility: No Stairs, Accessible EntranceFloors: Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Neighborhood, Pool

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: StoneFencing: Block, BrickFoundation: SlabHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Door-Multi,Driveway,Garage Faces Front,Garage
Pool
Pool: PrivatePool
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: 38

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1963
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: DrywallNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: Fixer, Repairs MajorParcel Number: 42620226

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,899,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Aug 25 2025Possession Timing: Close Plus 1 Day

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Costa MesaCommunity: Eastside Central (Eccm)
School Information
Elementary School: KaiserJr High / Middle School: EnsignHigh School: Newport HarborHigh School District: Newport Mesa UnifiedWalk Score: 58

Community

Community Features: CurbsNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6080 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash to New Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: OC25161751Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 949-294-5794Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06059-N-42620226-R-N

Additional Information

Curbs

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 24, 2025
Source: CRMLS #OC25161751
Sold
$1,825,000
Sep 5, 2025
Source: CRMLS #OC25161751
Pending
$1,899,000
Aug 27, 2025
Source: CRMLS #OC25161751
Contingent
$1,899,000
Aug 22, 2025
Source: CRMLS #OC25161751
PriceChange
$1,899,000
Price decreased by 3%
Aug 15, 2025
Source: CRMLS #OC25161751
PriceChange
$1,949,000
Price decreased by 3%

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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  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 233 E 21st St

  • What is 233 E 21st St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 233 E 21st St in Costa Mesa, CA is $1,840,700.
  • What is the price history for 233 E 21st St?
    233 E 21st St in Costa Mesa, CA last sold for $1,825,000 in September 2025.
  • 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.
  • Does 233 E 21st St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 233 E 21st St in Costa Mesa, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 233 E 21st St have a pool?
    Yes, 233 E 21st St in Costa Mesa, CA has a pool.

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