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278 Palmer St, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627

$2,400,000

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$10,000*

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3 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths
2,097 SqFt
$1,144/SqFt
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278 Palmer St, Costa Mesa$2,400,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1958
HeatingForced Air
CoolingNone
FireplaceLiving Room, Primary Bedroom
ViewNone
MLS #NP24181234
Lot Size0.18 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)

About 278 Palmer St

Welcome to your Eastside Costa Mesa oasis, that's filled with the ocean breeze! This charming, move-in-ready home offers the perfect coastal lifestyle with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths, blending comfort and style. Located in the coveted Eastside South area, south of 17th Street, you're just under a mile from the harbor and only a scenic 1.2-mile bike ride away from the sandy shores of the beach. Imagine how cool it will be living this close to the ocean on a large lot with unlimited possibilities! Dutch doors open to stunning oak floors and a bright, open living room with vaulted ceilings, a sunlit picture window, and a cozy fireplace. The formal dining room has a fun chandelier and is wrapped in tin wainscoting. The remodeled kitchen is chef’s ready, with high-end stainless steel appliances and sleek quartz countertops. The light filled den is adjacent with a wall of French doors that open out to a sun-filled courtyard. There is another wall of custom cabinetry, which houses the wide tv and the whole house audio system. The primary suite is a true retreat, offering a private fireplace, skylights, a walk in closet and French doors to the large backyard. The luxurious en-suite bath includes a dual vanity sink, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. Outside, enjoy an expansive, fully fenced front yard with a dreamy hammock and a patio with a firepit—ideal for relaxing or entertaining. With three large yard areas, there's plenty of space for outdoor fun and recreation. The two car garage and large back driveway allow for lots of off street parking. Top-rated schools are just around the corner, and the vibrant 17th Street commercial corridor is easily accessible by bike. With the beach just down the street, this home the ultimate blend of coastal living and active lifestyle. This could be the best location in Eastside Costa Mesa, everything is practically at your doorstep!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 1958
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 2,097 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (949) 760-1212
  • Listing Agent: Paul Hoffman

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Electric Range, Gas Range
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior: All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Primary Bedroom

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • View: None
  • Exterior: Fire Pit

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.18 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Newport Harbor High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Horace Ensign Intermediate School, Public District Grades 7-8
  • Newport Heights Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-6

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Santa Ana to Palmer Street

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $2,400,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $1,144/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $7,737
  • 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

$780

Avg. Days On Market

20

# of Sold Homes

37

278 Palmer St vs Costa Mesa

47 DAYS ON ROCKET

+27 Days

$2,400,000

+$1.0M More

$1,144/SqFt

+$364 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $1.0M more than the Median Sold Price and $364/SqFt more 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: #NP24181234

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (949) 760-1212
  • Listing Agent: Paul Hoffman

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Aug 31, 1999Home Sold
$475,000
Jun 02, 1988Home Sold
$175,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$7,737$674,463
2020$7,647$667,548
2019$7,333$654,459
2018$7,333$641,627
2017$7,209$629,047

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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7
/10

  • Newport Heights Elementary School

  • 300 E 15th St

  • 0.12 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

Middle School

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8
/10

  • Horace Ensign Intermediate School

  • 2000 Cliff Dr

  • 0.71 miles

  • Public District Grades 7-8

High School

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7
/10

  • Newport Harbor High School

  • 600 Irvine Ave

  • 0.60 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 $87,500. The most common annual income of people living in Costa Mesa, CA is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 278 Palmer St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 278 Palmer St property is $2,400,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 278 Palmer St is a house located in Costa Mesa, California, 92627.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 278 Palmer St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 278 Palmer St are:
Newport Heights Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
Horace Ensign Intermediate School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Newport Harbor High School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $7,737 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on August 31, 1999 for $475,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 278 Palmer St has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 278 Palmer St is 2,097 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 278 Palmer St is 1958.

Rocket Homes›California›Orange County›Costa Mesa›92627›278 Palmer St

This home is located at 278 Palmer St in Costa Mesa, CA and zip code 92627 in the Eastside Costa Mesa neighborhood. This 2,097 square foot home, which was built in 1958, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 01, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,400,000.

In September 2024, from all listings sold in Costa Mesa, CA there were more than 15 sold above asking price, over 19 sold below and more than 3 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Costa Mesa, CA increased by 3.3% between August 2024 and September 2024. In September 2024 median list price was $1,350,800 and the average listing age was 20 days.

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

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