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House for sale at 131 E 21st Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 | MLS# OC26116869 | Listing updated on 2026-08-24
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Listed by: Scott Gerard (714) 345-4223 DRE #01004111 | Gerard Properties Inc. (714) 964-9602

$3,490,000

Monthly Est:$17,371

  • Beds Icon8 Beds
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    5 Baths
  • Beds Icon3,704sqft

131 E 21st Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

$17,371/moEst:

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  • Apartment

  • Built in 1961

  • $-- HOA

  • 15,746 sqft lot

  • $942/sq.ft

Description

SEE OFFERING MEMORANDUM IN SUPPLEMENTS. Rare pride-of-ownership 5-unit investment opportunity located in highly desirable Eastside Costa Mesa. Offered for sale for the first time in approximately 27 years, this well-maintained asset occupies an expansive approximately 15,746 square foot lot and features a unique low-density cottage-style layout with lots of attractive features and benefits.

Improvements include a freestanding 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence positioned at the front of the property, along with four additional units located within two separate residential buildings at the rear. Unit mix consists of two 1-bedroom units and two 2-bedroom units. A defining cha
racteristic of the offering is its abundance of private outdoor space. The front residence enjoys a large enclosed front yard with white picket vinyl fence and private rear yard, while each remaining unit benefits from its own yard, patio, or outdoor living area. This residential environment has contributed to strong tenant retention and consistent rental demand over many years.

Residents enjoy amenities seldom found in comparable investment properties, including six enclosed garages, five equipped with automatic openers, in-unit washer and dryer hookups, and off-street parking for approximately eight vehicles. One garage is currently leased separately, generating additional monthly income. Generous parking, private outdoor areas, and thoughtful site design further enhance long-term resident appeal.

From an operational standpoint, ownership benefits from a favorable utility structure. Gas and electricity are separately metered with no house gas or electric meters, helping reduce operating costs. Each residence is equipped with its own water heater, with residents responsible for individual gas consumption. Operating expenses remain straightforward and consist primarily of water, trash service, property taxes, insurance, landscaping, and professional management.

Eastside Costa Mesa continues to rank among Orange County's most desirable rental markets, driven by its proximity to Newport Beach, major employment centers, premier shopping, dining, and coastal recreation. Convenient access to Newport Boulevard and the 55 Freeway further strengthens location appeal.

This offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire a quality multifamily investment in one of Southern California's most sought-after rental submarkets.

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  • Listing updated: August 24, 2026 at 11:57 pm
  • Source: California Regional MLS-CA | MLS#: OC26116869 California Regional MLS-CA

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Multi Family

  • No. of Stories

    1

  • County

    Orange County

  • City

    Costa Mesa

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1961

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    3,704 sqft

  • Lot Size

    15,746 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    California Regional MLS

  • MLS Number

    OC26116869

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Days on Market

    153

  • Cumulative Days on Market

    82

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 8

    Bathrooms: 5

Interior

  • Flooring

    Carpet, Tile

  • Appliances

    Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave

  • Interior Features

    All Bedrooms Down

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Cooling

    None

  • Heating

    Wall Furnace

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1961

  • Home type

    Apartment

  • Roof

    Shingle

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Laundry Features

    Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup

  • Parking Features

    Door Single, Driveway, Garage, One Space

  • Pool Features

    None

  • Electric

    Standard

  • Utilities

    Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

Other Features

  • Lot Features

    Zero To One Unit Acre

  • Community Features

    Biking, Park, Sidewalks

  • Subdivision Name

    Eastside Central (eccm)

  • Tenant Pays

    Electricity, Gas

Price History

DateEventPrice

06/03/2026

Source: mls_logoCalifornia Regional MLS-CA #OC26116869

Listed for Sale

$3,490,000

$942/sqft

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