2481 Irvine Ave Unit 1 Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Eastside Costa Mesa Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,588
Sq Ft
$240/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
- No Units Above
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Heinz Kaiser Elementary School Rated A
- Back Bay Views
- Across the Road from Lake or Ocean
About This Home
As of April 2025~~FABULOUS 180-DEGREE VIEW OF NEWPORT BACK BAY & NATURE PRESERVE~~ Nearly every window of this home provides a sit-down PANORAMIC VIEW. ~~ WALK/JOG/BIKE the SERENE TRAILS SURROUNDING NEWPORT BAY, directly across the street from you (see Virtual Drone Tour)! This East Costa Mesa treasure offers you the “Coast-Amazing” lifestyle that you’ve been dreaming about. RECENTLY REMODELED INTERIOR -AND- EXTERIOR! Spacious END UNIT with Private Yard space (perfect for your BBQ & pet's access) PLUS a LARGE SUN DECK on the second level. Direct Access 2-CAR GAR *PLUS* an extra assigned parking space (that’s 3 total parking spaces). Dramatic 2-Story Entry; Spacious Upgraded Kitchen opens to Dining and Living Areas with New Canned Lighting; Coastal Inspired Glass Tile Fireplace Surround in LR; Vaulted and Open Beamed Wood Paneled Ceilings in 2 Front Bedrooms; Giant Walk-In Master BR Closet with Built-Ins; 2 Remodeled Bathrooms; New LVT Flooring downstairs; New Carpet upstairs; Freshly Painted Interior; Newer Roof, Windows, Sliders, & Stucco; New Landscaping & Fencing. Amazing location with fast access to FWYs, Airport, Beach, Golf, Restaurants, Entertainment & Schools.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Pacific Equity Realty License #01030183 Listed on: 03/30/2021
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,113
Year Built
- Built in 1974 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
- No Units Above
- End Unit
- No Units Located Below
- 1 Common Wall
- East Facing Home
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Wood Fence
- New Fence
HOA Fees
- $240 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 1 Open Parking Space
- Parking Available
- Two Garage Doors
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Lot
Property Views
- Back Bay
- Panoramic
- City Lights
- Mountain
- Hills
- Courtyard
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Flat Roof Shape
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,588 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Beamed Ceilings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Skylights
- Recessed Lighting
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Sliding Doors
- Formal Entry
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Built-In Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Quartz Bathroom Countertops
- Tile Bathroom Countertop
- Dual Sinks
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Enclosed patio or porch
- Exterior Lighting
Location
- Across the Road from Lake or Ocean
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Woodland/Kaiser Elementary School
- Ensign Middle School
- Newport Harbor High School
Utilities
- Central Heating
- Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 1 / C
- Tax Tract Number 8631
- Assessor Parcel Number 93401001
Community Details
Overview
- 6 Units
- Newport Chateau Association, Phone Number (714) 573-4500
- Dml Property Mgmt HOA
- Property is near a preserve or public land
Recreation
- Park
- Hiking Trails
- Bike Trail
Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 30, 2021
Closed on
Apr 14, 2021
Sold by
Smith David Wayne
Bought by
Webster James M and Rawls Jessica L
Seller's Agent
Gina Dybwad
Pacific Equity Realty
Buyer's Agent
Patricia Bauer
PrimeLending
List Price
$895,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,000
6.15%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.41%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Outstanding Balance
$684,005
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$651,857
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 11, 2017
Sold by
Coville Terry Shannon
Bought by
Smith David Wayne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$502,000
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $950,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Grant Deed | $530,000 | Orange Coast Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $750,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $508,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $502,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $270,000 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $35,000 | Stand Alone Second |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/29/2025 04/29/25 | Sold | $1,386,000 | +7.0% | $873 / Sq Ft |
| 04/15/2025 04/15/25 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | 0.0% | $815 / Sq Ft |
| 03/30/2025 03/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/26/2025 03/26/25 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | +36.3% | $815 / Sq Ft |
| 05/11/2021 05/11/21 | Sold | $950,000 | +6.1% | $598 / Sq Ft |
| 03/30/2021 03/30/21 | For Sale | $895,000 | -- | $564 / Sq Ft |
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,113 | $1,008,147 | $875,042 | $133,105 |
| 2023 | $10,853 | $988,380 | $857,884 | $130,496 |
| 2022 | $10,656 | $969,000 | $841,062 | $127,938 |
| 2021 | $8,064 | $730,569 | $612,607 | $117,962 |
| 2020 | $7,986 | $723,078 | $606,325 | $116,753 |
| 2019 | $7,826 | $708,900 | $594,436 | $114,464 |
| 2018 | $7,672 | $695,000 | $582,780 | $112,220 |
| 2017 | $3,801 | $326,364 | $162,744 | $163,620 |
| 2016 | $3,717 | $319,965 | $159,553 | $160,412 |
| 2015 | $3,678 | $315,159 | $157,156 | $158,003 |
| 2014 | $3,556 | $308,986 | $154,078 | $154,908 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Patricia Bauer
P
Seller's Agent in 2025
Patricia Bauer
Windermere Real Estate
(949) 279-1801
2 in this area
14 Total Sales
-
Casey Lesher
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Casey Lesher
Christie's International R.E. Southern California
(949) 554-1200
3 in this area
321 Total Sales
-
Gina Dybwad
Seller's Agent in 2021
Gina Dybwad
Pacific Equity Realty
(949) 933-2483
1 in this area
7 Total Sales
-
Jim Buracchio
J
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Jim Buracchio
Pacific Equity Realty
(949) 495-0066
1 in this area
4 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC21063128
APN: 934-010-01
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