Seller's Agent in 2023
Beth McCloskey
First Team Real Estate
(949) 933-1851
81 Total Sales
2979 Babb St Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Estimated Value: $1,434,000 - $1,656,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,745
Sq Ft
$863/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Open Floorplan
- Costa Mesa High School Rated A-
- Updated Kitchen
- 5-minute walk to Paularino Park
About This Home
As of July 2023Welcome 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!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
First Team Real Estate License #01930596 Listed on: 06/22/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1956 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 5,977 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Lawn
- Back Yard
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- 4 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Two Garage Doors
- Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Turnkey
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Slab Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,745 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Plantation Shutters
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Tile Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Open to Family Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Main Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
Outdoor Features
- Concrete Porch or Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Costa Mesa High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Tankless Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- No Interior Steps
- Solar Power System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 5
- Tax Tract Number 2896
- Assessor Parcel Number 14123108
- $791 per year additional tax assessments
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 22, 2023
Closed on
Jul 7, 2023
Sold by
Hersh Justin Robert and Hersh Erin Elizabeth
Bought by
Primavera Simone and Primavera Danielle
Seller's Agent
Beth McCloskey
First Team Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Margaret Minhas
Compass
List Price
$1,149,000
Sold Price
$1,215,000
Premium/Discount to List
$66,000
5.74%
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
$291,569
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.26%
Original Mortgage
$972,000
Outstanding Balance
$947,672
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$558,897
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 14, 2019
Sold by
Hersh Justin Robert and Corbin Hersh Erin Elizabeth
Bought by
Hersh Justin Robert and Hersh Erin Ehzabeth Corbin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$20,000
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 26, 2016
Closed on
Jan 12, 2017
Sold by
Fuentevilla Luis Alejandro Ruiz and Ruiz Leticia
Bought by
Hersh Justin Robert and Corbin Erin Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Gustavo Rico
NT & Associates, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Beth McCloskey
First Team Real Estate
List Price
$715,000
Sold Price
$704,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,000
-1.54%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.88%
Original Mortgage
$563,200
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 13, 2013
Sold by
Tamayo Leonardo F
Bought by
Fuentevilla Luis Alejandro Ruiz and Ruiz Leticia
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 12, 2008
Sold by
Ruiz Fuentevilla Luis A
Bought by
Tamayo Leonardo F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 15, 2005
Sold by
Murillo Irma M
Bought by
Ruiz Fuentevilla Luis A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,400
Interest Rate
6.14%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 13, 2004
Sold by
Murillo Irma M and Murillo Irma
Bought by
Murillo Irma M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$339,000
Interest Rate
7.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 13, 2002
Sold by
Arroyo Vidal
Bought by
King John Amos
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 9, 2002
Sold by
Martinez Jose A
Bought by
Arroyo Vidal
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 20, 1999
Sold by
Murillo Irma
Bought by
Martinez Jose A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 10, 1997
Sold by
Kaplan Maria Ruth Rivas
Bought by
Murillo Irma
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 21, 1997
Sold by
Joseph Mershon and Joseph Natividad
Bought by
Kaplan Maria Ruth Rivas
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 13, 1995
Sold by
Mershon Joseph and Mershon Netti
Bought by
Mershon Joseph and Mershon Natividad
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,500
Interest Rate
7.75%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primavera Simone | $1,215,000 | Western Resources | |
| Hersh Justin Robert | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Hersh Justin Robert | $704,000 | North American Title Company | |
| Fuentevilla Luis Alejandro Ruiz | -- | Provident Title Company | |
| Tamayo Leonardo F | $400,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Ruiz Fuentevilla Luis A | $662,000 | Fatcola | |
| Murillo Irma M | -- | Southland Title | |
| King John Amos | -- | -- | |
| Arroyo Vidal | -- | -- | |
| Martinez Jose A | -- | -- | |
| Murillo Irma | -- | -- | |
| Kaplan Maria Ruth Rivas | -- | -- | |
| Mershon Joseph | -- | South Coast Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Primavera Simone | $972,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hersh Justin Robert | $20,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hersh Justin Robert | $563,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Tamayo Leonardo F | $320,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ruiz Fuentevilla Luis A | $132,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Murillo Irma M | $339,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mershon Joseph | $115,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2023 07/31/23 | Sold | $1,215,000 | +5.7% | $696 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/22/2023 06/22/23 | For Sale | $1,149,000 | +63.2% | $658 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/26/2017 01/26/17 | Sold | $704,000 | -1.5% | $403 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/10/2016 12/10/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/26/2016 10/26/16 | For Sale | $715,000 | 0.0% | $410 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/14/2015 08/14/15 | Rented | $3,200 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 08/14/2015 08/14/15 | For Rent | $3,200 | -- | -- |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,795 | $1,239,300 | $1,111,387 | $127,913 |
| 2024 | $13,795 | $1,215,000 | $1,089,595 | $125,405 |
| 2023 | $9,077 | $785,322 | $676,809 | $108,513 |
| 2022 | $8,815 | $769,924 | $663,538 | $106,386 |
| 2021 | $8,581 | $754,828 | $650,528 | $104,300 |
| 2020 | $8,484 | $747,089 | $643,858 | $103,231 |
| 2019 | $8,303 | $732,441 | $631,234 | $101,207 |
| 2018 | $8,135 | $718,080 | $618,857 | $99,223 |
| 2017 | $6,663 | $570,371 | $469,499 | $100,872 |
| 2016 | $6,521 | $559,188 | $460,293 | $98,895 |
| 2015 | $6,459 | $550,789 | $453,379 | $97,410 |
| 2014 | $6,313 | $540,000 | $444,498 | $95,502 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Beth McCloskey
-
Allison Haney
A
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Allison Haney
First Team Real Estate
(714) 536-9292
31 Total Sales
-
Margaret Minhas
M
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Margaret Minhas
Compass
(949) 922-5555
17 Total Sales
-
Gustavo Rico
G
Seller's Agent in 2017
Gustavo Rico
NT & Associates, Inc.
(562) 468-4608
5 Total Sales
-
C
Seller's Agent in 2015
Cherise Ruiz
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC23111464
APN: 141-231-08
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