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Seller's Agent in 2025
Jennifer Fox
Real Broker
(619) 248-6434
1 in this area
3 Total Sales
317 Walnut St Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,130
Sq Ft
8,046
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Open Floorplan
- Spanish Architecture
- Heinz Kaiser Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
As of July 2025Discover coastal cool and original charm in this beautifully maintained single-story Spanish Casita in the heart of Eastside Costa Mesa. With 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across 2,130 sq ft, this home sits on an oversized 8,046 sq ft lot—offering the perfect blend of character, style, and spaces for outdoor entertaining. Authentic adobe construction, exposed wood beams, arched doorways, and colorful Spanish tile create a curated, timeless aesthetic. A private front courtyard sets the tone, while an open floorplan and central atrium-style courtyard fill the home with natural light and indoor-outdoor flow.
Enjoy two cozy fireplaces, a sparkling pool framed by mature landscaping, and multiple entertaining spaces that feel like your own private retreat. The detached 2-car garage and two additional parking spots along the alleyway offer both flexibility and convenience.
With energy-efficient solar and a prime location near Eastside’s trendiest restaurants, cafes, and shops, this one-of-a-kind home is full of character, charm, and effortless coastal style. Don’t miss your chance to own a true Eastside original.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Real Broker Brokerage Phone: 714-328-6103 License #02209466 Listed on: 05/23/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- 8,046 Sq Ft Lot
- Property fronts an alley
- Front Yard
- Density is up to 1 Unit/Acre
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- 2 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Two Garage Doors
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Tile Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,130 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Beamed Ceilings
- Atrium Windows
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Main Level Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Heating System
Outdoor Features
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Stone Porch or Patio
Schools
- Kaiser Elementary School
- Ensign Middle School
- Newport Harbor High School
Utilities
- Central Heating
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 17
- Tax Tract Number 453
- Assessor Parcel Number 42629204
- $1,403 per year additional tax assessments
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Bike Trail
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 23, 2025
Closed on
Jun 17, 2025
Sold by
Boulton Sean and Boulton Sarah
Bought by
Ta Holdings Llc
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Fox
Real Broker
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Lane
Real Brokerage Technologies, Inc
List Price
$2,900,000
Sold Price
$2,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$600,000
-20.69%
Views
44
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
$102,654
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.43%
Original Mortgage
$2,366,600
Outstanding Balance
$2,360,572
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$42,082
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 20, 2005
Sold by
Berko Larry and Berko Heather
Bought by
Boulton Sean and Boulton Sarah
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$770,000
Interest Rate
5.61%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 31, 2003
Sold by
Berko Heather and Berko Larry
Bought by
Berko Larry and Berko Heather
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$467,250
Interest Rate
3.9%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 13, 2001
Sold by
Berko Louise
Bought by
Berko Heather and Berko Larry
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 28, 1997
Sold by
Louise Berko and Louise Louis
Bought by
Berko Larry and Berko Heather
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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 | $2,300,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $1,100,000 | Equity Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Multiple | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Gift Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $2,366,600 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $770,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $467,250 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/18/2025 07/18/25 | Sold | $2,300,000 | -14.8% | $1,080 / Sq Ft |
| 06/10/2025 06/10/25 | Price Changed | $2,700,000 | -6.9% | $1,268 / Sq Ft |
| 05/23/2025 05/23/25 | For Sale | $2,900,000 | -- | $1,362 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,836 | $1,503,236 | $1,380,687 | $122,549 |
| 2024 | $16,836 | $1,473,761 | $1,353,614 | $120,147 |
| 2023 | $16,343 | $1,444,864 | $1,327,072 | $117,792 |
| 2022 | $15,943 | $1,416,534 | $1,301,051 | $115,483 |
| 2021 | $15,525 | $1,388,759 | $1,275,540 | $113,219 |
| 2020 | $15,348 | $1,374,519 | $1,262,460 | $112,059 |
| 2019 | $15,012 | $1,347,568 | $1,237,706 | $109,862 |
| 2018 | $14,706 | $1,321,146 | $1,213,438 | $107,708 |
| 2017 | $13,410 | $1,196,000 | $1,104,523 | $91,477 |
| 2016 | $13,365 | $1,196,000 | $1,104,523 | $91,477 |
| 2015 | $12,300 | $1,089,000 | $997,523 | $91,477 |
| 2014 | $9,983 | $873,936 | $782,459 | $91,477 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jennifer Fox
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Amy Bogdan
A
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Amy Bogdan
Real Broker
(949) 514-0268
1 in this area
3 Total Sales
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Ryan Lane
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Ryan Lane
Real Brokerage Technologies, Inc
(714) 655-6765
1 in this area
5 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC25111799
APN: 426-292-04
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