
Sold
1940 Monrovia sold on March 9, 2026 for $1,339,000, 0.7% below the $1,349,000 asking price after 26 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.

1940 Monrovia, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,236 sq ft
- 7,261 sq ft lot
- Built 1954
Subdivision Freedom Homes
13 single-family homes sold in the past 12 months · median $1,378,000
The home
About 1940 Monrovia
Nestled on a serene, tree-lined street in the heart of Costa Mesa’s highly desirable Freedom Tract neighborhood, 1940 Monrovia Avenue presents a rare opportunity to own and personalize a charming single-family home in one of the Westside’s most coveted enclaves.
This inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence rests on a generous 7,260-square-foot lot, providing ample space for comfortable living today and significant expansion potential for tomorrow. The property strikes an ideal balance between relaxed neighborhood charm and unmatched convenience—steps from Canyon Park and just moments from local restaurants, shopping, and everyday amenities. True coastal living is effortlessly accessible, with the beach only about 1.5 miles away. Recent upgrades and improvements enhance the home’s appeal and peace of mind, including a new roof, updated electrical and plumbing systems, extensive termite remediation with fumigation, replaced windows, new ducting and HVAC components, a new fence, a new water heater, and a new washer and dryer. Standout features include a fully remodeled kitchen showcasing modern finishes and thoughtful design, ideal for daily meals and effortless entertaining. The spacious primary suite offers a true retreat, complete with a walk-in closet, an additional storage closet, and an oversized bathroom with a large Jacuzzi tub and a separate shower.
The quiet street fosters privacy and a strong sense of community, while the expansive lot and large backyard invite outdoor enjoyment—perfect for entertaining, pets, play space for children, gardening, or future enhancements such as additions or upgraded outdoor living areas.
This well-positioned home in the Freedom Tract beautifully combines timeless mid-century charm, an unbeatable location, recent high-quality updates, and tremendous room to grow. Don’t miss the chance to discover this hidden gem and envision its full potential as your own.
Property details for 1940 Monrovia
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Freedom Homes neighborhood of Costa Mesa in Orange County. It offers 1,236 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1954. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 422-513-19. Highlights include single-story living, an attached one-car garage, and a 7,261-square-foot lot. The detail sections on this page cover interior and exterior features, estimated taxes, HOA dues where they apply, and the map location.
Specifications
Home Details
At a glance
- Price
- $1,339,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,236 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 7,261 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1954
- MLS® Number
- NP26020793
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP26020793
- Year Built
- 1954
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,236
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 7,260
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1667
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 1
- Parking Spaces
- 1
- View
- None
- Parcel Number
- 42251319
- On Market Date
- 2026-01-29
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Appliances
- Dryer, Washer
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Laundry Closet
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 3
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Front Yard, Sprinklers In Front, Lawn
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Freedom Homes (FREE)
- Community Features
- Biking, Curbs, Gutters, Hiking, Park, Preserve Public Land, Ravine, Storm Drains, Street Lights
The record
Property History for 1940 Monrovia
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 9, 2026 | Sold | $1,339,000 | |
| Jan 29, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,349,000 |
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The neighborhood
About Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa sits on the coastal tableland of central Orange County, bordered by Santa Ana, Huntington Beach, and Newport Beach, with its southern edge about a mile from the Pacific. South Coast Plaza, the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, the Orange County Fairgrounds, Orange Coast College, and the Eastside and Mesa Verde neighborhoods all fall within the Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
Freedom Homes home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 13
- Median price
- $1,378,000
- Median days on market
- 8
- Median per sq ft
- $1,083
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Sep 27, 2025 to Sep 27, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Recent Freedom Homes sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 913 Evergreen Place | May 6, 2026 | $1,650,000 | 1,350 | $1,222 | 0 |
| 2110 President | Apr 17, 2026 | $1,699,000 | 1,550 | $1,096 | 17 |
| 939 Dogwood Street | Apr 13, 2026 | $1,625,000 | 1,812 | $897 | 0 |
| 1940 Monrovia | Mar 9, 2026 | $1,339,000 | 1,236 | $1,083 | 26 |
| 900 Arbor | Jan 15, 2026 | $1,250,000 | 1,237 | $1,011 | 0 |
Schools
School District for 1940 Monrovia
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Newport Mesa Unified.
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Listed by Mike Kennedy of Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Listing information updated Mar 31, 2026 at 7:08 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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