Leslie Stonick
Compass
(424) 381-0410
72 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Costa Mesa
$935,000 Price
245 Palmer St Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Downtown Costa Mesa NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,920,967
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,877
Sq Ft
$1,023/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Open Floorplan
- Fireplace in Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Craftsman Architecture
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
About This Home
As of December 2025Introducing a beautifully upgraded corner-lot home in the highly desirable Eastside Heights neighborhood of Costa Mesa. This meticulously maintained detached residence seamlessly blends timeless style with modern comfort, offering a spacious 2,958 sq ft open-concept layout filled with natural light. With over $60,000 in recent improvements, key upgrades include a new roof (2017), central A/C and furnace with new vents (2017), new windows (2020), and full-house recessed lighting (2020), ensuring both efficiency and peace of mind.The gourmet kitchen features elegant granite countertops, a stylish backsplash, and a center island with a breakfast bar, complemented by premium top of the line appliances, including a 6-burner stove, built-in refrigerator, and wine cooler. A custom-refinished cabinet system adds a modern touch, while the kitchen flows into a welcoming family room complete with a cozy fireplace and built-in surround sound. Outdoor entertaining is a delight on the slate-tiled patio with updated landscaping, or retreat to the spacious master suite that boasts its own private balcony, dual granite vanities, a travertine soaking tub, walk-in shower, and refreshed bathroom finishes.Additional highlights include new garage floor coating, refreshed kitchen blinds, an attached 2-car garage with built-in cabinetry, custom molding, updated lighting, and freshly painted interiors and exteriors. Ideally located near top schools, beaches, shops, parks, and local dining options, this home presents a rare opportunity to own a move-in ready residence in one of Costa Mesa’s most sought-after communities.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
LPT Realty, Inc Brokerage Phone: 949-637-5542 License #02253887 Listed on: 10/01/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1989
Lot Details
- 2,958 Sq Ft Lot
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
HOA Fees
- $300 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- 1,877 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- High Ceiling
- Recessed Lighting
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Stone Flooring
- Attic
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Double Self-Cleaning Convection Oven
- Six Burner Stove
- Built-In Range
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Ice Maker
- Water Line To Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
- Disposal
- Instant Hot Water
- Fireplace in Kitchen
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Granite Bathroom Countertops
- Stone Bathroom Countertops
- Makeup or Vanity Space
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Private Water Closet
- Low Flow Toliet
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
- Multiple Shower Heads
- Separate Shower
- Low Flow Shower
- Humidity Controlled
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
- Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Rain Gutters
Location
- Suburban Location
Utilities
- Cooling System Powered By Gas
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- 220 Volts in Garage
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 3
- Tax Tract Number 13528
- Assessor Parcel Number 42533603
- $683 per year additional tax assessments
Community Details
Overview
- Palm West Association, Phone Number (949) 675-4604
- Eastside Heights Subdivision
- Maintained Community
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Recreation
- Park
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 1, 2025
Closed on
Dec 26, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kristina Garruba
LPT Realty, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Devin Doherty
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$1,799,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-5.5%
Views
78
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$220,967
Avg. Annual Appreciation
21.79%
Original Mortgage
$1,360,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,352,111
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$568,856
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 1, 2025
Closed on
Dec 22, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kristina Garruba
LPT Realty, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Devin Doherty
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$1,799,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-5.5%
Views
78
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,360,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,352,111
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$568,856
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 17, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$935,000
Interest Rate
7.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 26, 2016
Closed on
Dec 6, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Barry Ghassemi
Cal Pro Properties Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jason Wright
Serhant California, Inc
List Price
$942,500
Sold Price
$939,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,500
-0.37%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.70%
Original Mortgage
$751,200
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 26, 2016
Closed on
Nov 7, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Barry Ghassemi
Cal Pro Properties Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jason Wright
Serhant California, Inc
List Price
$942,500
Sold Price
$939,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,500
-0.37%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$751,200
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 5, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$605,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 16, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 23, 2013
Closed on
May 10, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kim Bibb
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Buyer's Agent
tami bowden
Realty One Group West
List Price
$839,000
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-4.65%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.91%
Original Mortgage
$625,500
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 7, 2006
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$613,600
Interest Rate
6.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 27, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 24, 1995
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 2, 1993
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Downtown Costa Mesa, CA
-
Leslie Stonick
-
Audrey Savopolos
Audrey Savopolos
Coldwell Banker Realty
(714) 942-5243
11 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Costa Mesa
$1,029,000 Price Range
-
Todd Bousman
Todd Bousman
bouHAUS Properties
(949) 403-6362
35 Total Sales
5 in Downtown Costa Mesa
$1M - $3.4M Price Range
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Tyler Rogina
Tyler Rogina
Compass
(424) 417-6460
120 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Costa Mesa
$1,240,000 Price
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Chad Concolino
Chad Concolino
Responds QuicklyMain Beach Realty
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22 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Costa Mesa
$1,370,000 Price
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Karla Stagman
Karla Stagman
Compass
(949) 732-1762
57 Total Sales
7 in Downtown Costa Mesa
$1M - $3.4M Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | Laguna Legal Inc | ||
| $1,700,000 | California Best Title | ||
| -- | California Title Company | ||
| -- | Lawyers Title Insurance Corp | ||
| $939,000 | Lawyers Title Insurance Corp | ||
| -- | Equity Title Orange County | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| $800,000 | Lawyers Title Company | ||
| $767,000 | Ticor Title Company Of Ca | ||
| $245,000 | Orange Coast Title | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| $240,000 | First American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,360,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $925,600 | ||
| Previous Owner | $935,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $751,200 | ||
| Previous Owner | $92,961 | ||
| Previous Owner | $605,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $625,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | $224,200 | ||
| Previous Owner | $613,600 | ||
| Previous Owner | $189,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $212,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2025 12/23/25 | Sold | $1,700,000 | -5.5% | $906 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/01/2025 10/01/25 | For Sale | $1,799,000 | +91.6% | $958 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/14/2016 12/14/16 | Sold | $939,000 | -0.4% | $500 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/03/2016 11/03/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/26/2016 10/26/16 | For Sale | $942,500 | +17.8% | $502 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/01/2013 07/01/13 | Sold | $800,000 | -4.6% | $490 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/10/2013 05/10/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/23/2013 04/23/13 | For Sale | $839,000 | -- | $513 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $12,075 | $1,700,000 | $1,464,059 | $235,941 |
| 2025 | $11,852 | $1,089,786 | $888,460 | $201,326 |
| 2024 | $11,852 | $1,068,418 | $871,039 | $197,379 |
| 2023 | $11,537 | $1,047,469 | $853,960 | $193,509 |
| 2022 | $11,247 | $1,026,931 | $837,216 | $189,715 |
| 2021 | $10,976 | $1,006,796 | $820,800 | $185,996 |
| 2020 | $10,870 | $996,473 | $812,384 | $184,089 |
| 2019 | $10,650 | $976,935 | $796,455 | $180,480 |
| 2018 | $10,440 | $957,780 | $780,838 | $176,942 |
| 2017 | $10,256 | $939,000 | $765,527 | $173,473 |
| 2016 | $9,067 | $822,205 | $646,118 | $176,087 |
| 2015 | $9,044 | $815,984 | $641,229 | $174,755 |
| 2014 | $8,796 | $800,000 | $628,668 | $171,332 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Kristina Garruba
K
Seller's Agent in 2025
Kristina Garruba
LPT Realty, Inc
(949) 637-5542
1 in this area
3 Total Sales
-
Michelle Hill
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Michelle Hill
LPT Realty, Inc
(714) 814-7834
1 in this area
93 Total Sales
-
Devin Doherty
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Devin Doherty
eXp Realty of California Inc
(949) 629-4400
3 in this area
96 Total Sales
-
Reagan Doherty
R
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Reagan Doherty
eXp Realty of California Inc
(949) 629-4188
3 in this area
51 Total Sales
-
Barry Ghassemi
Seller's Agent in 2016
Barry Ghassemi
Cal Pro Properties Inc.
(866) 419-7645
13 Total Sales
-
Jason Wright
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Jason Wright
Serhant California, Inc
(949) 310-3417
1 in this area
54 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC25229750
APN: 425-336-03
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