$10,000 Closing Credit*
$2,195,000
1,658 SqFt
5 Beds
•3 Full Baths
Katie Machoskie, Listing Office: Compass
Is Costa Mesa, CA a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since December 2023
Since last year, Costa Mesa has remained a Seller's Market.
Key Takeaway
Costa Mesa is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.
Housing Prices in Costa Mesa, CA
How much do homes in Costa Mesa, CA cost?
Median Sold Price
$1,368,000
$786/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since December 2023
+$146,000(+11.9%)
Key Takeaway
Homes in Costa Mesa have sold for 11.9% more than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Costa Mesa was $1,368,000 in December 2024, up 11.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $786.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Dec 2023 | Dec 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $812.5K | $650K | -20.0% |
| 2 Bedrooms | $817.5K | $875K | +7.0% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1.1M | $1.3M | +10.6% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1.3M | $1.5M | +15.5% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $1.9M | $1.8M | -7.2% |
Summary: Costa Mesa housing prices by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 20%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 7%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 10.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 15.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 7.2%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities
| Irvine | $1.3M | $1.5M | +17.4% |
| Newport Beach | $3.1M | $3.5M | +13.2% |
| Santa Ana | $780.1K | $879.9K | +12.8% |
| Costa Mesa | $1.2M | $1.3M | +11.9% |
| Central Coast | $1.7M | $1.9M | +5.6% |
Housing Supply in Costa Mesa, CA
How many homes are available in Costa Mesa, CA?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Nov 2024 | Dec 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 143 | 106 | -25.9% |
Summary: The Costa Mesa real estate market had 106 homes for sale in December 2024, a 25.9% decrease compared to November 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Nov 2024 | Dec 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 1 | 1 | 0.0% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 22 | 12 | -45.5% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 53 | 45 | -15.1% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 50 | 33 | -34.0% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 17 | 15 | -11.8% |
Summary: The Costa Mesa housing inventory by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 45.5%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 15.1%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 34%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 11.8%.
Number of Homes Sold
| Nov 2024 | Dec 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 55 | 34 | -38.2% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
18 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
5 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
11 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Key Takeaway
If you're buying a home in Costa Mesa, you may be able to get a good deal. 52.9% of homes here sold below asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 34 homes were sold or pending in Costa Mesa in December 2024, down by 38.2% month-over-month. Of the 34 sold homes, 53% were sold under asking, 15% were sold at asking, and 32% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Costa Mesa, CA
How long does it take to sell a home in Costa Mesa, CA?
Average Sale Time
| Dec 2023 | Dec 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 29 Days | 35 Days | +21.5% |
Summary: Homes in Costa Mesa had an average of 35 days on market in Dec 2024, up by 21.5% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
20 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
11 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
3 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Key Takeaway
Many homes in Costa Mesa are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During December 2024, 34 homes were sold in Costa Mesa; 59% of homes were sold within 30 days, 32% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 9% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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