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1953 Monrovia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627

$1,550,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

5 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths
2,151 SqFt
$721/SqFt
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1953 Monrovia Ave, Costa Mesa$1,550,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingGarage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, On Street
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built1954
HeatingWood Stove, Wall Furnace
CoolingNone
FireplaceDining Room, Family Room, Free Standing, Wood Burning
ViewNone
MLS #NP24184179
Lot Size0.18 Acres
StatusActive

About 1953 Monrovia Ave

For the first time since 1966, this expanded, tree-shaded family home is ready for its next caretakers. With a whopping 2,151 sq. ft., this home offers a variety of living scenarios, depending on your needs. Currently set up as a 4 bed/2 bath with attached 1 bed/1 bath “Granny unit”, it’s perfect for multi-generational living or with great income-producing options. A large post and beam family/dining room has been added to the rear of the home, along with an adjacent sun room. There’s also an oversized 2+ car attached garage and plenty of off-street parking. The massive pine tree in the front yard is a famous feature of the neighborhood. It shades one entire side of the home and offers a stunning canopy over the spacious side yard. A huge covered porch frames the front of the home; a perfect spot for relaxing and watching the world go by. The jewel of the neighborhood is Canyon Park, just a short walk away, which offers miles of trails and acres of meadows, and connections to the SA River Trail to the beach, and one day to Randall Preserve in between. After 58 years of being the center of family gatherings and making memories, this home is ready for its next neighborhood legacy.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 2,151 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Seven Gables Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (949) 677-3618
  • Listing Agent: Matthew Fletcher

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
  • Interior: Crown Molding, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: Dining Room, Family Room, Free Standing, Wood Burning

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • View: None

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Garage Faces Front, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, On Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.18 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Wood Stove, Wall Furnace
  • Cooling: None

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Estancia High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Charles W. Tewinkle Middle School, Public District Grades 7-8
  • Victoria Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-6

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: 19th St. West towards ocean. Turn RIGHT on Monrovia. Home will be on the LEFT at the corner of Monrovia and Dogwood

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,550,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $721/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,953
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Costa Mesa, CA

City

Med. Sold Price

$1.3M

Med. Price/SqFt

$769

Avg. Days On Market

17

# of Sold Homes

46

1953 Monrovia Ave vs Costa Mesa

11 DAYS ON ROCKET

-6 Days

$1,550,000

+$200K More

$721/SqFt

-$48 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $200K more than the Median Sold Price and $48/SqFt less than other homes in Costa Mesa, CA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • MLS Number: #NP24184179

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Seven Gables Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (949) 677-3618
  • Listing Agent: Matthew Fletcher

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$1,953$124,728
2020$1,919$123,450
2019$1,837$121,030
2018$1,838$118,657
2017$1,811$116,331

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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5
/10

  • Victoria Elementary School

  • 1025 Victoria St

  • 0.51 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

Middle School

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4
/10

  • Charles W. Tewinkle Middle School

  • 3224 California St

  • 3.07 miles

  • Public District Grades 7-8

High School

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6
/10

  • Estancia High School

  • 2323 Placentia Ave

  • 0.94 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $94,186. The majority of Costa Mesa, CA residents have income between $100k-200k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently Asked Questions About 1953 Monrovia Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1953 Monrovia Ave property is $1,550,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1953 Monrovia Ave is a house located in Costa Mesa, California, 92627.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1953 Monrovia Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1953 Monrovia Ave are:
Victoria Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
Charles W. Tewinkle Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Estancia High School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $1,953 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1953 Monrovia Ave has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1953 Monrovia Ave is 2,151 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1953 Monrovia Ave is 1954.

Rocket Homes›California›Orange County›Costa Mesa›92627›1953 Monrovia Ave

This home is located at 1953 Monrovia Ave in Costa Mesa, CA and zip code 92627 in the Westside Costa Mesa neighborhood. This 2,151 square foot home, which was built in 1954, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 05, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,550,000.

While more than 15 listings in Costa Mesa, CA in August 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 9 listings sold at asking price, and more than 22 were sold below. While the average time on the market in August 2024 was 17 days, the median list price was $1,350,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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