Silvana Sarkis
Responds Quickly
American Classic Realty
(657) 220-8075
39 Total Sales
1 in Northside Costa Mesa
$1,200,000 Price
917 Van Ness Ct Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Northside Costa Mesa Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,418
Sq Ft
1,780
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Spa
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Updated Kitchen
- Paularino Elementary School Rated A-
- Ocean Side of Freeway
- 4-minute walk to Paularino Park
About This Home
As of August 2026Rarely available, this desirable end-unit townhome in the sought-after Sommerset community offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and more than 1,400 square feet of comfortable living space. Freshly painted with brand-new carpeting throughout, this move-in ready home provides the perfect opportunity to enjoy today while adding your own personal design touches over time.
The updated kitchen features freshly painted white cabinetry, quartz countertops, black and white appliances, and a charming bay window overlooking the oversized private backyard. The adjoining dining area flows seamlessly into the spacious living room, where abundant natural light, a cozy brick gas fireplace, and sliding glass doors create an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining.
Upstairs, all three bedrooms offer privacy and comfort. The spacious primary suite boasts vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet, private balcony with an additional storage closet, and an ensuite bathroom featuring dual sinks, an oversized soaking tub, separate walk-in closet. A skylight fills the hallway with natural light, while the secondary bedrooms offer generous space, including one with its own private balcony. The hall bathroom includes a tub/shower combination.
Additional highlights include scraped ceilings, two-panel interior doors, an updated powder room with quartz-style counters and satin nickel fixtures, direct-access two-car garage with a full-size laundry area, and ample storage throughout.
Step outside to an oversized enclosed backyard complete with a deck, grassy area, and plenty of room for outdoor dining, gardening, pets, or weekend barbecues.
Residents of Sommerset enjoy beautifully maintained park-like grounds, two community pools, and a relaxing spa. Ideally located near South Coast Plaza, The LAB, The CAMP, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, exceptional dining, shopping, entertainment, and with convenient access to the 55, 73, and 405 freeways, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and lifestyle in the heart of Costa Mesa.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
First Team Real Estate Brokerage Phone: 714-655-6056 License #01309428 Listed on: 07/23/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1979
Lot Details
- 1,780 Sq Ft Lot
- 1 Common Wall
- Cul-De-Sac
- West Facing Home
- Vinyl Fence
- Fence is in excellent condition
- Landscaped
- Private Yard
- Lawn
- Back Yard
HOA Fees
- $767 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Parking Available
- Front Facing Garage
- Two Garage Doors
- Garage Door Opener
- No Driveway
- Parking Permit Required
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Common Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,418 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights
- Gas Fireplace
- Window Screens
- Entryway
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
- Utility Sink
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- All Upper Level Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Walk-In Closet
- Makeup or Vanity Space
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Private Water Closet
- Soaking Tub
- Bathtub with Shower
- Walk-in Shower
- Exhaust Fan In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Accessible Home Design
- Doors swing in
- Low Pile Carpeting
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Ocean Side of Freeway
- Balcony
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Exterior Lighting
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Paularino Elementary School
- Fulton Middle School
- Costa Mesa High School
Utilities
- Central Heating
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 100
- Tax Tract Number 10445
- Assessor Parcel Number 41808345
Community Details
Overview
- Sommerset Citihomes Association
- Professional Community Management (Pcm HOA
- Sommerset Citihomes Subdivision
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Recreation
- Community Pool
- Community Spa
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 23, 2026
Closed on
Aug 25, 2026
Sold by
Forsyth Douglas J and Kahler Jacqueline B
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Dani Walker
First Team Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Mark Lear
WERE Real Estate Inc
List Price
$899,900
Sold Price
$877,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,400
-2.49%
Views
50
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
44.88%
Original Mortgage
$745,875
Outstanding Balance
$745,875
Interest Rate
6.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$154,697
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 14, 2002
Sold by
Forsyth Richard B
Bought by
Forsyth Richard Barr and The Forsyth Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 5, 2000
Sold by
Socha William and Socha Cheryl
Bought by
Socha William M and Socha Cheryl R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 17, 2000
Sold by
Richard Forsyth
Bought by
Forsyth Richard Barr and The Forsyth Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 18, 1996
Sold by
Forsyth Richard B and Degler Thomas E
Bought by
Forsyth Richard B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$40,000
Interest Rate
8.2%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 18, 1996
Sold by
Forsyth Richard B and Degler Myrna Faye
Bought by
Forsyth Richard B and Degler Thomas E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$40,000
Interest Rate
8.2%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 1994
Sold by
Forsyth Jeanne
Bought by
Forsyth Richard B
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 16, 1994
Sold by
Forsyth Richard B and Degler Myrna Faye
Bought by
Forsyth Richard B and Degler Myrna Faye
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Northside Costa Mesa, CA
-
Silvana Sarkis
-
Javier Robles
Javier Robles
RE/MAX New Dimension
(657) 239-3970
59 Total Sales
1 in Northside Costa Mesa
$565,000 Price
-
Heidi Bailey
Heidi Bailey
Keller Williams Coastal Prop.
(949) 356-7766
38 Total Sales
1 in Northside Costa Mesa
$1,300,000 Price
-
Rob Brandon
Rob Brandon
JohnHart Real Estate
(949) 751-1335
54 Total Sales
2 in Northside Costa Mesa
$830K - $1.4M Price Range
-
Drew D'Angelo
Drew D'Angelo
Kase Real Estate
(949) 867-6319
75 Total Sales
1 in Northside Costa Mesa
$1,565,000 Price
-
Andro Chavez
Andro Chavez
Re/Pro Realty
(657) 366-5303
121 Total Sales
1 in Northside Costa Mesa
$630,000 Price
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Commonwealth Land Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Commonwealth Land Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $75,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $76,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $40,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/31/2026 08/31/26 | Sold | $877,500 | -2.5% | $619 / Sq Ft |
| 08/06/2026 08/06/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/23/2026 07/23/26 | For Sale | $899,900 | 0.0% | $635 / Sq Ft |
| 10/30/2022 10/30/22 | Rented | $3,600 | 0.0% | -- |
| 10/13/2022 10/13/22 | For Rent | $3,600 | -- | -- |
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 | $4,023 | $285,749 | $131,059 | $154,690 |
| 2025 | $4,023 | $280,147 | $128,490 | $151,657 |
| 2024 | $3,901 | $274,654 | $125,970 | $148,684 |
| 2023 | $3,741 | $269,269 | $123,500 | $145,769 |
| 2022 | $3,568 | $263,990 | $121,079 | $142,911 |
| 2021 | $3,436 | $258,814 | $118,705 | $140,109 |
| 2020 | $3,389 | $256,161 | $117,488 | $138,673 |
| 2019 | $3,316 | $251,139 | $115,185 | $135,954 |
| 2018 | $3,250 | $246,215 | $112,926 | $133,289 |
| 2017 | $3,200 | $241,388 | $110,712 | $130,676 |
| 2016 | $3,136 | $236,655 | $108,541 | $128,114 |
| 2015 | $3,106 | $233,101 | $106,911 | $126,190 |
| 2014 | $3,039 | $228,535 | $104,816 | $123,719 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Dani Walker
Seller's Agent in 2026
Dani Walker
First Team Real Estate
(714) 655-6056
6 in this area
101 Total Sales
-
Mark Lear
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Mark Lear
WERE Real Estate Inc
(714) 261-1821
2 in this area
354 Total Sales
-
Stephanie Hayre
SH
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Stephanie Hayre
First Team Real Estate
(714) 964-3311
15 Total Sales
Map
Source: California Regional Multiple Listing Service (CRMLS)
MLS Number: OC26158353
APN: 418-083-45
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