131 E 21st St Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Eastside Costa Mesa NeighborhoodEstimated payment $22,012/month
Highlights
- 0.36 Acre Lot
- Park
- Bike Trail
- Heinz Kaiser Elementary School Rated A
- Tile Flooring
- Wall Furnace
About This Home
Rare opportunity to acquire a pride-of-ownership 5-unit investment property in the highly sought-after Eastside Costa Mesa rental market, offered for sale for the first time in approximately 27 years. Situated on an expansive approximately 15,746 square foot lot, the property features an attractive cottage-style layout with exceptional tenant appeal in one of Orange County’s most desirable coastal submarkets. The front of the property consists of a charming freestanding 2-bedroom, 1-bath house featuring a large enclosed front yard with a white picket fence, along with a private enclosed rear yard. The rear of the property is comprised of two additional residential buildings featuring two 1-bedroom units and two 2-bedroom units. Each residence offers its own private enclosed yard, patio, or outdoor space, creating a highly desirable residential feel for tenants. Additional amenities include six enclosed garages, 5 with automatic openers, one of which is currently rented separately for additional income of $250 per month. In-unit washer and dryer hookups. Off-street parking for approximately eight vehicles is a huge tenant appeal. The property is separately metered for gas and electricity with no house gas or electric meters, helping minimize owner utility expenses. Each unit also has its own individual water heater, with residents paying for their own gas usage. The operating expenses listed only consist of water, trash, current property taxes, current insurance, gardening, and property management. The property benefits from a stable long-term tenant base and a desirable Eastside Costa Mesa location offering convenient access to Newport Boulevard, the 55 Freeway, beaches, shopping, dining, and major employment centers.
Listing Agent
Gerard Properties Inc. Brokerage Phone: 714-345-4223 License #01004111 Listed on: 06/03/2026
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Year Built
- Built in 1961
Lot Details
- 15,746 Sq Ft Lot
- 1 Common Wall
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
Parking
- 6 Car Garage
Home Design
- Apartment
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,704 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 8 Bedrooms
- 5 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Utilities
- Wall Furnace
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 241
- Tax Tract Number 516
- Assessor Parcel Number 42618213
Community Details
Overview
- 3 Buildings
- 5 Units
- Eastside Central Subdivision
Recreation
- Park
- Bike Trail
Building Details
- Rent Control
- 5 Separate Electric Meters
- 5 Separate Gas Meters
- 1 Separate Water Meter
- Insurance Expense $2,418
- Professional Management Expense $10,842
- Water Sewer Expense $2,735
- Operating Expense $29,671
- Gross Income $172,440
- Net Operating Income $142,769
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/03/2026 06/03/26 | For Sale | $3,490,000 | -- | $942 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC26116869
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