986 Post, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- 4 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,300 sq ft
- 6,120 sq ft lot
- Built 1956
$1,349,000
The home
About 986 Post
Welcome to 986 Post Road, a beautifully situated single-story residence offering an exceptional blend of classic Costa Mesa charm, versatility, and effortless Southern California living. Set on a generous corner lot, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home features nearly 1,500 square feet of bright, inviting living space highlighted by a warm fireplace, granite-appointed kitchen, breakfast bar, and abundant natural light.
Beyond the interiors, the property offers impressive flexibility with an attached two-car garage, dedicated workshop or hobby space, and gated RV parking with room for additional recreational vehicles. Conveniently located near Costa Mesa’s celebrated dining, shopping, entertainment, and coastal attractions, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy space, character, and everyday convenience in one of Orange County’s most desirable communities.
Property details for 986 Post
This 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Mesa del Mar - Park Series neighborhood of Costa Mesa in Orange County. It offers 1,300 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,349,000, about $1,038 per square foot. The home was built in 1956. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 141-232-11. Highlights include a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, a 6,120-square-foot lot, and central air. 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
- $1,349,000
- Days On Site
- New Today
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,300 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 1
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 6,120 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1956
- MLS® Number
- NP26231313
- Status
- Active
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- N/A
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- NP26231313
- Year Built
- 1956
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,300
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,120
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1405
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 1
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- None
- Parcel Number
- 14123211
- On Market Date
- 2026-10-26
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary, Utility Room, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Six Burner Stove, Dryer, Washer
- Heating
- Electric, Fireplaces
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Dining Room, Gas
- Laundry
- In Garage
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Rooms
- Other, Primary Bedroom, Utility Room, Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Back Yard, Corner Lot, Yard
- Pool Features
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Mesa del Mar - Park Series (MDMB)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Park, Storm Drains, Street Lights, Sidewalks
The record
Property History for 986 Post
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 26, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,349,000 | |
| Sep 23, 2026 | Sold | $1,225,000 | Coldwell Banker Realty |
Added by Realatrends Real Estate
Flood, Fire and Earthquake Zones for 986 Post
We looked up this home's map point in public government maps. These facts are not part of the MLS listing.
Hazard and noise zones
- Flood zone
Zone X, area of minimal flood hazard. Outside FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area.
FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, FIRM panel 06059C0267J effective December 3, 2009. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Fire hazard severity zone
Not in a fire hazard severity zone on the State Fire Marshal's map.
CAL FIRE, State Fire Marshal map for Local Responsibility Areas, March 24, 2025. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Earthquake fault zone
Outside the Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones.
California Geological Survey, Earthquake Fault Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released July 1, 1986. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Liquefaction zone
Outside the liquefaction zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Landslide zone
Outside the earthquake-induced landslide zones.
California Geological Survey, Seismic Hazard Zones map, Newport Beach quadrangle, released April 15, 1998. Checked October 15, 2026.
- Airport noise
Outside John Wayne Airport's 60 dB CNEL noise contour, 0.6 miles from it.
Airport Land Use Commission for Orange County, Airport Environs Land Use Plan noise contours. Checked October 15, 2026.
Internet and charging
- Fixed internet
Cable: Spectrum, up to 1,000 Mbps, at 20 of 20 residential locations in this census block. DSL: AT&T, up to 75 Mbps, at 20 of 20. Fixed wireless: Verizon, up to 300 Mbps, at 20 of 20.
FCC National Broadband Map, provider-reported data as of December 31, 2025, for census block 060590639031016, not for this address. Not endorsed by the FCC. Checked October 15, 2026.
- EV charging
Nearest public charger 0.7 miles away (EVgo, 4 DC fast ports). 834 public charging ports within 3 miles.
U.S. Department of Energy, Alternative Fuels Data Center. Straight-line distance. Checked October 15, 2026.
These facts are for the listing's map point, which can sit off the lot. A zone line can also cross a lot, and agencies revise their maps. In cities, the fire zone line follows the State Fire Marshal's 2025 map; each city adopts its own map and may add areas. These lines are not a Natural Hazard Disclosure. Check the official maps and the seller's disclosures before you rely on them. Sources for the earthquake zone lines: Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones (2025). Reproduced with permission, California Geological Survey, Webservice of Official Maps of Seismic Hazard Zones (2025).
Official maps
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.32% · 30-yr fixed$
$10,588/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $134,900 down
Principal & interest$8,340
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$506
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,349
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$393
HOANot reported, not included
$9,155/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $269,800 down
Principal & interest$7,413
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,349
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$393
HOANot reported, not included
$8,229/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $404,700 down
Principal & interest$6,487
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,349
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$393
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$1,742/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,349
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$393
HOANot reported, not included
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.32% (week of Oct 22, 2026); your rate will differ. A loan this size is typically a jumbo loan, which prices differently. Tax and insurance are modelled, not billed amounts; tax uses a typical Costa Mesa rate, excluding Mello-Roos. Verify all figures. Full assumptions and disclosures.
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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
- 435
- Median price
- $1,650,000
- Median days on market
- 11
- Median per sq ft
- $962
Recorded MLS closings of single-family homes, Oct 19, 2025 to Oct 19, 2026. Days on market run from listing to going under contract.
Price per square foot against recent Costa Mesa sales
At $1,038 per square foot, this home's asking price is 8% above the Costa Mesa median of $962 for single-family homes that closed in the past 12 months.
Recent Costa Mesa sales
| Address | Closed | Price | Sq ft | Per sq ft | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1091 STONE BROOK Lane | Oct 19, 2026 | $960,000 | 1,583 | $606 | 28 |
| 1598 Baker Street | Oct 19, 2026 | $1,501,000 | 2,047 | $733 | 11 |
| 2111 Breakaway | Oct 16, 2026 | $1,375,000 | 1,871 | $735 | 14 |
| 644 Ross | Oct 16, 2026 | $900,000 | 971 | $927 | 8 |
| 1095 Sea Terrace | Oct 16, 2026 | $1,051,000 | 1,245 | $844 | 7 |
Schools
School District for 986 Post
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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Location
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Listing information updated Oct 26, 2026 at 4:54 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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