The charming yellow cottage at 291 Flower Street is now available! Nestled on one of the most sought-after, tree-lined streets in Eastside Costa Mesa, this property offers an exceptional opportunity to build your dream home in a vibrant and highly desirable neighborhood. While the existing structure has served as the backdrop for countless memories, the true value lies in the land and location. The current configuration includes a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom front home with a loft, a separate 1-bedroom, 1-bath rear "B" unit with a living area, and a small studio space. Please note, there is no existing garage.
This is an AS-IS, WHERE-IS sale, ideal for those looking to create something special in an unbeatable setting. Zoned SFR, this property presents endless potential—whether for a custom-built residence or a thoughtfully reimagined retreat. Don’t miss this rare chance to secure a prime piece of Eastside Costa Mesa real estate!
Sold for $1,850,000
Listed by: Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty • Jon Flagg • Contact: 949-533-7878
Bought with: Casa Real Estate
$1,850,000
291 Flower St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
3beds
1,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1933
6,277 Square Feet Lot
$2,464,800 Zestimate®
$1,233/sqft
$6,617 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,464,800
$2.14M - $2.86M
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Listed by:
Jon Flagg DRE #01316048 jon@flaggrealestate.com,
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty,
Kyle Flagg DRE #02095991,
Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Bought with:
Chad Engle, DRE #01913884
Casa Real Estate
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: NP25053408
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Originating MLS: California Regional MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Separate Shower, Tile Counters
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: None
Features
- Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 6,277 Square Feet
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 11721315
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Tar/Gravel
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1933
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Escm
Location
- Region: Costa Mesa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,233/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,938,000
- Annual tax amount: $22,414
- Date on market: 3/13/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/7/2025 | Sold | $1,850,000+3.1%$1,233/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #NP25053408 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2025 | Pending sale | $1,795,000$1,197/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NP25053408 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,795,000+38.1%$1,197/sqft |
Source: CRMLS #NP25053408 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2024 | Sold | $1,300,000$867/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,414 +656.7% | $1,938,000 +1955.2% |
| 2024 | $2,962 +7.3% | $94,297 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,761 +7.9% | $92,449 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,560 +8% | $90,637 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,371 +2.8% | $88,860 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,306 | $87,949 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,306 +3% | $86,225 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,240 +3.4% | $84,535 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,167 | $82,878 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,167 +1.3% | $81,253 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,138 +2.5% | $80,033 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,087 | $78,466 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $78,112 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $76,581 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $75,080 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $74,519 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $74,697 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $73,233 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $71,798 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $70,391 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $69,011 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $67,658 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $66,418 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $65,116 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,314 +4.1% | $63,840 +2% |
| 2000 | $1,262 | $62,589 |
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Neighborhood: 92627
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