$1,800,000
5Beds4Baths2,193SqFt
2750 San CarlosCosta Mesa, CA 92626Mesa Del Mar
Sold
1608 Elm sold on April 22, 2026 for $1,780,000, 1.1% below the $1,799,000 asking price after 15 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.
1608 Elm, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- 4 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,647 sq ft
- 7,501 sq ft lot
- Built 1979
$1,780,000
The home
About 1608 Elm
Meticulously updated and completely turnkey, this 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is ideally located in one of Orange County’s most sought-after neighborhoods — Mesa Verde’s coveted Tree Streets. From the moment you enter, you’re welcomed by an airy, open-concept layout where the living, dining, and kitchen spaces flow effortlessly together — designed for the way we live and entertain today. The kitchen truly serves as the heart of the home, featuring a generous center island, abundant counter space, and a spacious pantry that makes everyday living both functional and inviting.
Thoughtful upgrades are evident throughout, giving 1608 Elm a fresh, modern yet timeless feel. Major improvements have already been completed, including a brand-new presidential luxury shingle roof and updated HVAC system — offering peace of mind for years to come. Step outside to a private, enclosed backyard designed for both relaxation and gathering. The expansive covered patio creates the perfect setting for hosting friends, enjoying weekend barbecues, or unwinding at the end of the day. Just moments from shopping, dining, great schools, parks, and convenient freeway access. Beautifully finished and truly move-in ready.
Property details for 1608 Elm
This 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in Costa Mesa in Orange County. It offers 1,647 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1979. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 139-312-20. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, a 7,501-square-foot lot, central air, and a turnkey home. 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
- $1,780,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,647 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 1
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 7,501 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1979
- MLS® Number
- NP26048680
- 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
- NP26048680
- Year Built
- 1979
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,647
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 7,500
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1722
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- None
- Parcel Number
- 13931220
- On Market Date
- 2026-03-08
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Pantry, See Remarks, Walk In Pantry
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Living Room
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 4
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Roof
- Shingle, Shake, See Remarks
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre
- Patio and Porch
- Enclosed
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Turnkey
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Community Features
- Curbs
The record
Property History for 1608 Elm
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 22, 2026 | Sold | $1,780,000 | |
| Mar 8, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,799,000 | |
| May 30, 2025 | Sold | $1,625,000 | eXp Realty of Southern Ca, Inc |
| Dec 4, 2024 | Sold | $1,100,000 | HomeSmart, Evergreen Realty |
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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.
Costa Mesa home sales, past 12 months
- Homes sold
- 425
- Median price
- $1,650,000
- Median days on market
- 12
- Median per sq ft
- $953
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 Costa Mesa sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1644 Aliso Avenue | Sep 24, 2026 | $2,700,000 | 1,947 | $1,387 | 6 |
| 3124 Trinity | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,393,500 | 1,505 | $926 | 34 |
| 2225 Maple | Sep 24, 2026 | $1,335,000 | 1,432 | $932 | 10 |
| 986 Post Road | Sep 23, 2026 | $1,225,000 | 1,489 | $823 | 14 |
| 549 Bernard | Sep 22, 2026 | $1,400,000 | 1,984 | $706 | 1 |
Schools
Schools for 1608 Elm
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- High
- Costa Mesa
- District
- Newport Mesa Unified
Living in Costa Mesa covers its schools, parks and beaches.
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Listing information updated Apr 22, 2026 at 1:48 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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