Just Listed in Eastside Costa Mesa! Bathed in natural light and cooled by fresh ocean breezes, 277 E 21st Street is a charming single-level home set on a generous 7,200 sq ft lot in one of Costa Mesa’s most loved and sought-after neighborhoods. What truly sets this home apart is its location. Eastside Costa Mesa is known for its deep sense of community, long-standing pride of ownership, and the generations of families who continue to call it home. The lifestyle here is one of its biggest draws—walkability, friendly neighbors, and effortless access to everything that makes coastal living so appealing.
You’ll be within walking distance to top Newport-Mesa schools and just minutes from the scenic Newport Back Bay, local parks, and the world-class beaches of Newport Beach. The home is also close to the vibrant 17th Street corridor, where cafés, dining, fitness studios, and boutiques bring convenience and energy to everyday living. For commuters and travelers, the proximity to John Wayne Airport and quick access to the 55, 73, and 405 freeways make this location incredibly practical without sacrificing the coastal ease Eastside is known for. Opportunities to purchase in this neighborhood don’t come around often—homes are tightly held, and demand is consistently high. Take advantage of this opportunity to settle into one of Costa Mesa’s most treasured communities.
Sold for $1,750,000
Listed by: Compass • Karla Stagman • Contact: 949-438-4340
Bought with: RE/MAX One
$1,750,000
277 E 21st St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
3beds
1,352sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
7,200 Square Feet Lot
$2,300,800 Zestimate®
$1,294/sqft
$6,134 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,300,800
$2.05M - $2.60M
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Bathed in natural light
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Listed by:
Karla Stagman DRE #01984094 949-294-5794,
Compass,
Listing Team: Private Client Group OC
Bought with:
Natalie Ruiz-Nelson, DRE #01188588
RE/MAX One
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: OC25265187
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathroom Exhaust Fan, Bathtub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
Kitchen
- Features: Galley Kitchen
Heating
- Central, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Galley Kitchen, Main Level Primary
- Flooring: Stone, Vinyl
- Doors: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors, Mirrored Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Bay Window(s), Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Screens, Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,352 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Boat, Door-Multi, Driveway, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Paved, Private, Garage Faces Rear, RV Potential, RV Access/Parking, On Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 8
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Safe Emergency Egress from Home
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: level, no steps
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Open, Patio, Stone
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 7,200 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 60 x 120
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn, Landscaped, Level, Near Park, Rectangular Lot, Trees, Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 42621507
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Fixer,Repairs Cosmetic
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electricity - On Property
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Park
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Eastside Central (Eccm)
Location
- Region: Costa Mesa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,294/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $338,781
- Annual tax amount: $4,638
- Date on market: 11/23/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 10 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2025 | Sold | $1,750,000+3%$1,294/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #OC25265187 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2025 | Pending sale | $1,699,000$1,257/sqft |
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| 12/4/2025 | Contingent | $1,699,000$1,257/sqft |
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| 11/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,699,000$1,257/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,638 +2.9% | $338,781 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,506 +4% | $332,139 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,333 +4.4% | $325,627 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,151 +3.6% | $319,243 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,007 +1.3% | $312,984 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,955 | $309,775 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,955 +2.2% | $303,701 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,870 +3.7% | $297,747 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,733 | $291,909 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,733 +2.1% | $286,186 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,658 +3.2% | $281,888 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,543 | $276,367 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $275,118 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $269,724 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $264,436 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $262,460 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $263,085 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $257,927 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $252,870 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $247,912 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $243,051 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $238,286 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $233,919 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $229,333 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,590 +2.8% | $224,837 +2% |
| 2000 | $2,519 | $220,429 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 92627
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Heinz Kaiser Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Horace Ensign Intermediate SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 9/10Newport Harbor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kaiser
- Middle: Ensign
- High: Newport Harbor
Source: CRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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