390 Esther St Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,530
Sq Ft
7,830
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Above Ground Spa
- Updated Kitchen
- Bonus Room
- Woodland Elementary School Rated A
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Corner Lot
About This Home
As of May 2025Situated on one of the most coveted streets in Eastside Costa Mesa, this immaculate and beautifully designed 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers both comfort and versatility. The main house features four spacious bedrooms, an updated kitchen with modern finishes, and an inviting living room with vaulted ceilings and a striking stone fireplace. French doors open to the entertainer’s dream backyard, complete with a built-in bar, BBQ, and a cozy firepit perfect for gatherings. A separate studio complete with a private bath and kitchenette is located above the oversized three-car garage, providing the ideal space for guests, a home office, or additional rental potential. Stay comfortable year-round with air conditioning and enjoy energy efficiency with owned solar panels. Just minutes from 17th Street’s renowned dining and shopping, as well as our world-class beaches, this stunning home truly embodies the best of coastal California living. Welcome home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty Brokerage Email: aj@eqtyrealestate.com License #01869034 Listed on: 03/06/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $20,370
Year Built
- Built in 1961
Lot Details
- 7,830 Sq Ft Lot
- Corner Lot
- Rectangular Lot
- Level Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Lawn
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 3 Car Direct Access Garage
- 3 Open Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Two Garage Doors
- Driveway
Home Design
- Turnkey
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,530 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- High Ceiling
- Recessed Lighting
- Shutters
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Bonus Room
- Laminate Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Convection Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms | 4 Main Level Bedrooms
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Above Ground Spa
- Patio
- Front Porch
Schools
- Kaiser Elementary School
- Ensign Middle School
- Newport Harbor High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Connected
- Phone Connected
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 9
- Tax Tract Number 278
- Assessor Parcel Number 42630412
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 6, 2025
Closed on
Jun 5, 2025
Sold by
309 Esther St Llc
Bought by
390 Esther St Llc
Seller's Agent
AJ Olson Whitfield
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Buyer's Agent
Steven Sergi
VALIA Properties
List Price
$3,195,000
Sold Price
$2,900,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$295,000
-9.23%
Views
88
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
$17,906
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.22%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 6, 2025
Closed on
May 5, 2025
Sold by
Paretti Family 2020 Revocable Trust and Paretti Andrew
Bought by
309 Esther St Llc
Seller's Agent
AJ Olson Whitfield
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Buyer's Agent
Steven Sergi
VALIA Properties
List Price
$3,195,000
Sold Price
$2,900,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$295,000
-9.23%
Views
88
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 16, 2021
Sold by
Rene Paretti and Rene Cathy
Bought by
Paretti Family 2020 Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 17, 2021
Closed on
May 27, 2021
Sold by
Yule Michael D
Bought by
Paretti Andrew and Paretti Cathy Renee
Seller's Agent
James Harvey
American Realty Services
Buyer's Agent
Julie Lewis-Grenz
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,699,000
Sold Price
$1,760,000
Premium/Discount to List
$61,000
3.59%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.96%
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 30, 2013
Sold by
Yule Michale
Bought by
Yule Michael D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$323,500
Interest Rate
3.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 22, 2011
Sold by
Yule Michael and Yule Michael D
Bought by
Yule Michael
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$348,000
Interest Rate
4.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 2002
Sold by
Yule Michael D and Yule Julie C
Bought by
Yule Michael D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Interest Rate
6.05%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 27, 1998
Sold by
Yule Julie Christine
Bought by
Yule Michael D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$215,000
Interest Rate
7.11%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 2, 1996
Sold by
Griffith Joanne M
Bought by
Yule Michael D
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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 | -- | Stewart Title Of California | |
| Grant Deed | $2,900,000 | First American Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Corinthian Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,760,000 | Corinthian Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Orange Coast Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Lsi Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Orange Coast Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $80,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,100,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $510,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $323,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $348,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $395,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $322,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $230,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $215,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2025 05/15/25 | Sold | $2,900,000 | -9.2% | $1,146 / Sq Ft |
| 03/06/2025 03/06/25 | For Sale | $3,195,000 | +81.5% | $1,263 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2021 07/01/21 | Sold | $1,760,000 | -0.8% | $696 / Sq Ft |
| 05/20/2021 05/20/21 | Price Changed | $1,775,000 | +4.5% | $702 / Sq Ft |
| 05/14/2021 05/14/21 | Price Changed | $1,699,000 | 0.0% | $672 / Sq Ft |
| 05/14/2021 05/14/21 | For Sale | $1,699,000 | -3.5% | $672 / Sq Ft |
| 03/01/2021 03/01/21 | Off Market | $1,760,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/25/2021 02/25/21 | Price Changed | $1,750,000 | -2.2% | $692 / Sq Ft |
| 02/22/2021 02/22/21 | Price Changed | $1,790,000 | -1.9% | $708 / Sq Ft |
| 02/17/2021 02/17/21 | For Sale | $1,825,000 | 0.0% | $721 / Sq Ft |
| 05/27/2020 05/27/20 | Rented | $4,995 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/14/2020 05/14/20 | For Rent | $4,995 | -0.1% | -- |
| 03/09/2019 03/09/19 | Rented | $5,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/05/2019 03/05/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/21/2019 02/21/19 | For Rent | $5,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/20/2019 02/20/19 | Off Market | $5,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/18/2019 02/18/19 | For Rent | $5,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 02/17/2019 02/17/19 | Off Market | $5,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/10/2019 02/10/19 | For Rent | $5,000 | +2.0% | -- |
| 07/18/2018 07/18/18 | Rented | $4,900 | -1.9% | -- |
| 07/03/2018 07/03/18 | For Rent | $4,995 | -- | -- |
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 | $20,370 | $1,883,644 | $1,693,891 | $189,753 |
| 2024 | $20,370 | $1,846,710 | $1,660,677 | $186,033 |
| 2023 | $19,825 | $1,810,500 | $1,628,114 | $182,386 |
| 2022 | $19,388 | $1,775,000 | $1,596,190 | $178,810 |
| 2021 | $4,431 | $360,254 | $185,872 | $174,382 |
| 2020 | $4,374 | $356,561 | $183,967 | $172,594 |
| 2019 | $4,279 | $349,570 | $180,360 | $169,210 |
| 2018 | $4,192 | $342,716 | $176,823 | $165,893 |
| 2017 | $4,123 | $335,997 | $173,356 | $162,641 |
| 2016 | $4,038 | $329,409 | $169,957 | $159,452 |
| 2015 | $3,998 | $324,461 | $167,404 | $157,057 |
| 2014 | $3,908 | $318,106 | $164,125 | $153,981 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
AJ Olson Whitfield
Seller's Agent in 2025
AJ Olson Whitfield
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(949) 433-8989
16 in this area
45 Total Sales
-
Steven Sergi
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Steven Sergi
VALIA Properties
(949) 673-0789
1 in this area
42 Total Sales
-
James Harvey
Seller's Agent in 2021
James Harvey
American Realty Services
(714) 612-9535
3 in this area
36 Total Sales
-
Julie Lewis-Grenz
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Julie Lewis-Grenz
Coldwell Banker Realty
(949) 554-1200
4 in this area
46 Total Sales
-
Casey Lesher
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Casey Lesher
Christie's International R.E. Southern California
(949) 554-1200
10 in this area
323 Total Sales
-
Tim Carr
Seller's Agent in 2020
Tim Carr
Tim Carr Group
(949) 230-8454
12 in this area
153 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: NP25043943
APN: 426-304-12
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