RENTED AUG 14, 2025

128 Rochester St Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $945,597

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,083 Sq Ft
$873/Sq Ft Est. Value

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Heinz Kaiser Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • 4-minute walk to Lions Park

About This Home

As of August 2025

Fully remodeled and move-in ready, this stylish 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit blends modern finishes with everyday comfort in the heart of Eastside Costa Mesa. Enjoy wood flooring throughout, recessed lighting, and abundant natural light that fills every room. The updated kitchen features sleek white cabinetry, all-new Frigidaire appliances—including a convection/air-fryer microwave oven—and a cozy breakfast nook perfect for morning coffee.

The inviting living room includes a fireplace, while both bedrooms offer sliding closet doors and easy access to two full bathrooms with contemporary white tile flooring. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry with washer/dryer, central AC, and a private front patio plus a spacious backyard—ideal for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. Situated just moments from 17th Street, the Triangle, and all the best shopping, dining, and lifestyle amenities Eastside Costa Mesa has to offer.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Tim Carr

Tim Carr Group Brokerage Email: pmtcr@tcgrentals.com License #01017277 Listed on: 08/04/2025

Last Renter's Agent

Tim Carr

Tim Carr Group Brokerage Email: pmtcr@tcgrentals.com License #01017277 Listed on: 08/04/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1949 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 7,009 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Turnkey

Interior Spaces

  • 1,083 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Convection Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Quartz Bathroom Countertops
  • Walk-in Shower

Parking

  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 1 Parking Space
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Eastside Central Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $4,995
  • 12-Month Minimum Lease Term
  • Available 8/4/25
  • Tax Lot 9
  • Tax Tract Number 279
  • Assessor Parcel Number 42544307

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1949 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Cashiers Check: 1ST Month Rent, Security Deposit
  • Available Date: 2025-08-04
  • Credit Check: Yes
  • Credit Check Paid By: Tenant
  • Deposit Security: 4995
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Pets Allowed: Call
  • Transfer Fee Paid By: Tenant

Listing Details

  • Structure Type: House
  • Property Attached: No
  • Subdivision Name Other: Eastside Central (ECCM)
  • View: Yes
  • Property Condition: Turnkey, Updated/Remodeled
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Parcel Number: 42544307
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1083.00 Square Feet
  • Interior Amenities: Quartz Counters, Unfurnished
  • Stories: 1
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Appliances: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Eating Area: Breakfast Nook, In Kitchen
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Levels: One
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 4.61
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
  • Bathroom Features: Quartz Counters, Remodeled, Walk-In Shower
  • Room Kitchen Features: Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • View: Neighborhood
  • Pool Private: No
  • Spa: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.00
  • Uncovered Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Heating: Yes
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Heating Type: Central
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Community Features: Sidewalks

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7009.00
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1609

Multi Family

  • Insurance Water Furniture: No
  • Lease Term: 12 Months
  • Lot Size Area: 7009.0000 Square Feet
  • Number Of Units Total: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Lot: 9
  • Tax Tract Number: 279

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2023
Sold by
Wright Janice Lynn
Bought by
Timothy W Carr Revocable Trust
Current Estimated Value
$945,597

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Outstanding Balance
$116,535
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Estimated Equity
$829,062

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 2023
Sold by
Hazel Claire Wright Trust
Bought by
Wright Family Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$480,000
Outstanding Balance
$464,241
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$481,356

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 22, 2023
Sold by
Wright Family Trust
Bought by
Wright Janice Lynn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$480,000
Outstanding Balance
$464,241
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$481,356

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 20, 1995
Sold by
Wright Harry W and Wright Hazel Claire
Bought by
Wright Harry Ward and Wright Evelyn B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,000
Interest Rate
9.21%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Timothy W Carr Revocable Trust $800,000 Wfg National Title Company
Wright Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Wright Janice Lynn -- None Listed On Document
Wright Harry Ward -- Gateway Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Timothy W Carr Revocable Trust $120,000
Open Timothy W Carr Revocable Trust $480,000
Previous Owner Wright Harry Ward $75,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/14/2025 08/14/25 Rented $4,995 0.0% --
08/06/2025 08/06/25 Price Changed $4,995 -4.9% $5 / Sq Ft
08/04/2025 08/04/25 For Rent $5,250 -- --
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $9,597 $832,320 $754,481 $77,839
2024 $9,597 $816,000 $739,687 $76,313
2023 $1,468 $52,469 $30,555 $21,914
2022 $1,279 $51,441 $29,956 $21,485
2021 $1,196 $50,433 $29,369 $21,064
2020 $1,170 $49,916 $29,067 $20,849
2019 $1,143 $48,938 $28,497 $20,441
2018 $1,120 $47,979 $27,938 $20,041
2017 $1,107 $47,039 $27,390 $19,649
2016 $874 $46,117 $26,853 $19,264
2015 $864 $45,425 $26,450 $18,975
2014 $845 $44,536 $25,932 $18,604
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tim Carr

    Landlord's Agent in 2025

    Tim Carr

    Tim Carr Group

    (949) 230-8454

    12 in this area

    150 Total Sales

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Map

Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

MLS Number: NP25175473

California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)

APN: 425-443-07

California Orange County Costa Mesa 92627 Downtown Costa Mesa

128 Rochester St, Costa Mesa, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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