2979 Babb St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
OFF MARKET
Listed by Beth McCloskey, First Team Real Estate, (714) 536-9292 . Bought with The Harmon Agency, Inc.

2979 Babb St
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,745 sqft

$1,436,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,549/mo*
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$1,436,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,549/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,745 sqft

Local Information

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

Description

Welcome to this light and bright, fully remodeled single-story home, nestled in a small Costa Mesa neighborhood. The front yard features low maintenance and drought tolerant landscaping, and a large driveway which can easily accommodate 4 cars. Upon entering the home, you will be welcomed by the beautiful open concept living space. The kitchen has been fully remodeled and features high end appliances, including a Wolf range and built in Viking refrigerator. The oversized island is perfect for entertaining and provides a plethora of counter space. The open concept great room has beautiful “wood” tile floors which flow throughout the entire home, recessed lighting, hard-wired speakers, and sliding doors leading to the fully landscaped backyard. Down the hall, you will find all 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The primary bedroom has a generous sized walk in closet with custom built-ins, room for a king-sized bed with ensuite bathroom offering dual sinks and step in shower. The guest bedrooms are both good sized and have plenty of storage space as well as plantation shutters and ceiling fans. The guest bath has been fully remodeled with a glass shower enclosure and custom tile throughout. Other upgrades include new main sewer line, finished garage, 16 PAID OFF solar panels, upgraded AC with HEPA filter and tankless water heater, just to name a few! This home is located just north of the Mesa Del Mar neighborhood and near the world renowned shopping at South Coast Plaza with convenient freeway access to the 55, 73 and 405. In addition, this home is also located near the popular eco-friendly retail campus "The Camp," as well as other great restaurants, the OC Fairgrounds, and is just a little over 5 miles from the beach!
2979 Babb St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,745 sqft single-family home built in 1956. It last sold for $1,215,000 on Jul 31, 2023 (6% above the $1,149,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2015 with an asking price of $3,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 26, 2015. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,436,800, with a rent estimate of $4,787/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 2979 Babb St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Other
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: 1745 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: In GarageRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneSpa: NoneNo FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Plantation ShuttersFlooring: TileCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: 1Accessibility: No StairsFloors: Tile
View
No ViewView: None

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: ConcreteFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 4Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 6Parking: Door-Multi,Direct Access,Driveway,Garage Faces Front,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: 9

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, StuccoNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: Updated/Remodeled, TurnkeyParcel Number: 14123108

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,149,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jul 31 2023Possession Timing: Close Plus 3 Days

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Costa MesaCommunity: , Other
School Information
High School: Costa MesaHigh School District: Newport Mesa Unified

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Gutter(s), Street Lights, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5977 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: Sale is contingent upon sellers obtaining their replacement property.Listing Terms: Cash, Cash to New Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: OC23111464Living Area Range Units: Square FeetCommon Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06059-N-14123108-R-N

Additional Information

CurbsGutter(s)Street LightsSidewalks
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Beth McCloskey DRE #01930596, (949) 933-1851
First Team Real Estate
Allison Haney DRE #02048876
First Team Real Estate
Bought with: Margaret Minhas DRE #02145543, (949) 698-2477, The Harmon Agency, Inc.
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Source: CRMLS, MLS#OC23111464

Price History for 2979 Babb St

DatePriceEventSource
07/31/2023$1,215,000Sold
CRMLS #OC23111464
07/05/2023$1,149,000ContingentCRMLS #OC23111464
06/23/2023$1,149,000Listed For SaleCRMLS #OC23111464
01/26/2017$704,000Sold
N/A
12/17/2016$715,000PendingAgent Provided
11/15/2016$715,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/26/2015$3,200ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/17/2015$3,200Listed For RentAgent Provided
09/12/2008$400,000Sold
N/A
12/13/2005$662,000Sold
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$14,072
Assessment$1,239,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2979 Babb St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
995 Post Rd, Costa Mesa, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,236,610
01/02/26
4
1.5
1,484
3032 Grant Ave, Costa Mesa, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,410,000
03/13/26
3
2
1,400
917 Helena Cir, Costa Mesa, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,420,000
03/26/26
3
2
1,660
3024 Harding Way, Costa Mesa, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,320,000
09/25/25
4
2
1,400
930 Helena Cir, Costa Mesa, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,425,000
02/10/26
3
2
1,660
3012 Garfield Ave, Costa Mesa, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,322,500
03/03/26
4
2
1,429
959 Post Rd, Costa Mesa, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,195,000
07/21/25
4
1.5
1,100
945 Lansing Ln, Costa Mesa, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,449,000
04/17/26
4
2
1,926
940 Cheyenne St, Costa Mesa, CA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$1,208,000
04/02/26
5
2
1,665
952 Cheyenne St, Costa Mesa, CA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
04/07/26
4
2
1,540

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What Locals Say about Costa Mesa

At least 985 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 kids play outside

  • 61 % Say parking is easy

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

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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  • Diego_diaz90
    "Small pockets of a diverse community make it nice to live in the area. Neighborhood is slowly changing though"
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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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    "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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    "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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