Rare pride-of-ownership 5-unit investment opportunity located in highly desirable Eastside Costa Mesa. Offered for sale for the first time in approximately 27 years, this well-maintained asset occupies an expansive approximately 15,746 square foot lot and features a unique low-density cottage-style layout with lots of attractive features and benefits.
Improvements include a freestanding 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence positioned at the front of the property, along with four additional units located within two separate residential buildings at the rear. Unit mix consists of two 1-bedroom units and two 2-bedroom units. A defining characteristic of the offering is its abundance of private outdoor space. The front residence enjoys a large enclosed front yard with white picket vinyl fence and private rear yard, while each remaining unit benefits from its own yard, patio, or outdoor living area. This residential environment has contributed to strong tenant retention and consistent rental demand over many years.
Residents enjoy amenities seldom found in comparable investment properties, including six enclosed garages, five equipped with automatic openers, in-unit washer and dryer hookups, and off-street parking for approximately eight vehicles. One garage is currently leased separately, generating additional monthly income. Generous parking, private outdoor areas, and thoughtful site design further enhance long-term resident appeal.
From an operational standpoint, ownership benefits from a favorable utility structure. Gas and electricity are separately metered with no house gas or electric meters, helping reduce operating costs. Each residence is equipped with its own water heater, with residents responsible for individual gas consumption. Operating expenses remain straightforward and consist primarily of water, trash service, property taxes, insurance, landscaping, and professional management.
Eastside Costa Mesa continues to rank among Orange County’s most desirable rental markets, driven by its proximity to Newport Beach, major employment centers, premier shopping, dining, and coastal recreation. Convenient access to Newport Boulevard and the 55 Freeway further strengthens location appeal.
This offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire a quality multifamily investment in one of Southern California’s most sought-after rental submarkets.
Improvements include a freestanding 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence positioned at the front of the property, along with four additional units located within two separate residential buildings at the rear. Unit mix consists of two 1-bedroom units and two 2-bedroom units. A defining characteristic of the offering is its abundance of private outdoor space. The front residence enjoys a large enclosed front yard with white picket vinyl fence and private rear yard, while each remaining unit benefits from its own yard, patio, or outdoor living area. This residential environment has contributed to strong tenant retention and consistent rental demand over many years.
Residents enjoy amenities seldom found in comparable investment properties, including six enclosed garages, five equipped with automatic openers, in-unit washer and dryer hookups, and off-street parking for approximately eight vehicles. One garage is currently leased separately, generating additional monthly income. Generous parking, private outdoor areas, and thoughtful site design further enhance long-term resident appeal.
From an operational standpoint, ownership benefits from a favorable utility structure. Gas and electricity are separately metered with no house gas or electric meters, helping reduce operating costs. Each residence is equipped with its own water heater, with residents responsible for individual gas consumption. Operating expenses remain straightforward and consist primarily of water, trash service, property taxes, insurance, landscaping, and professional management.
Eastside Costa Mesa continues to rank among Orange County’s most desirable rental markets, driven by its proximity to Newport Beach, major employment centers, premier shopping, dining, and coastal recreation. Convenient access to Newport Boulevard and the 55 Freeway further strengthens location appeal.
This offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire a quality multifamily investment in one of Southern California’s most sought-after rental submarkets.
Property Details
Price:
$3,490,000
MLS #:
OC26116869
Status:
Active
Beds:
0
Baths:
0
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Apartment
Subdivision:
Eastside Central ECCM
Neighborhood:
c5eastcostamesa
Listed Date:
Jun 3, 2026
Total Sq Ft:
3,704
Lot Size:
15,746 sqft / 0.36 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1961
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
DW, MW, GO, GR
Cooling
NO
Flooring
TILE, CARP
Heating
WL
Laundry Features
GAS, WH
Levels
A
Exterior
Accessibility Features
DSI, _2AE, PK
Common Walls
_1CW
Community Features
SDW, PARK, BIKI
Garage Spaces
6
Parking Spots
8
Parking Total
8
Roof
SHN
Financial
Map
Community
- Address131 E 21st ST Costa Mesa CA
- SubdivisionEastside Central (ECCM)
- CityCosta Mesa
- CountyOrange
- Zip Code92627
Subdivisions in Costa Mesa
- Award AWAR
- Bay Laurel ENBY
- College Park COLP
- Coral Point CORP
- Country Club I ICC1
- Country Club Manor ENCC
- Del Cerro DELC
- Eastside Central ECCM
- Eastside Heights EHCM
- Eastside South ESCM
- Freedom Homes FREE
- Greenbrook By Larwin GBLR
- Halecrest HALE
- Harbor Pointe Condos HPTC
- Mesa Del Mar MDMA
- Mesa Verde Collection MVCO
- Mesa Verde Residential Income MVRI
- Mesa Verde Villas Iowa St. MVVL
- Monticello Townhomes MONT
- Newport Riviera ENNR
- Oceanview Park OCPK
- Pacesetter One Story ICPI
- State Streets II MST2
- Village Creek VLCK
- Westside Costa Mesa Central WCMC
- Westside Costa Mesa South WSCM
- Wilson Park Condos WPKC
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Costa Mesa as of Jun 25, 2026
189
Single Family Listed
58
Avg DOM
655
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,250,675
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Eastside Central (ECCM) subdivision, 131 E 21st ST Costa Mesa CA is a Single Family for sale in Costa Mesa, CA, 92627. It is listed for $3,490,000 and features 0 beds, 0 baths, and has approximately 0 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1961. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Costa Mesa is $655. The average listing price for Single Family in Costa Mesa is $1,250,675.
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