
Sold
690 Capital Street sold on December 12, 2025 for $1,040,000, 4% above the $1,000,000 asking price after 11 days on the market. The buyer paid cash. The details are below for reference.

690 Capital Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
- 4 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,176 sq ft
- 6,181 sq ft lot
- Built 1955
Subdivision Sunshine Homes West
The home
About 690 Capital Street
690 Capitol Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 presents a single-story four-bedroom two-bath residence offering 1,176 square feet of living space on a 6,180 square-foot lot. Located in the desirable coastal region of Costa Mesa and within the boundaries of the Newport-Mesa Unified School District, this property appeals to buyers seeking value, hands-on improvement opportunities, or investors looking for upside.
Upon entry you’ll find the main living area flows directly into the adjacent dining and kitchen zone, providing broad sight-lines throughout. The recently upgraded roof adds long-term security for the next owner. The kitchen awaits a cosmetic refresh and connects conveniently to the backyard. All four bedrooms share the two full baths, and the overall layout supports a clean renovation plan for upgrading finishes, fixtures and flooring.
Outside the backyard stands out with generous room for landscaping, play or outdoor living. A wide driveway accommodates multiple vehicles in addition to the attached garage. Off the back of the garage sits a stucco-finished storage area that offers flexible use and could be an ideal place for a workshop, hobby space or alternative configuration. The rear yard is enclosed by block walls, offering privacy and structure for outdoor living.
Location puts you near many of the amenities that define this area of Orange County. A short drive brings you to the beaches of Newport Beach and Huntington Beach, the shopping and dining mecca of South Coast Plaza, and the vibrant food scene around the 17th Street corridor in Costa Mesa. Proximity to parks, bike-friendly routes and local dining adds lifestyle appeal for both resident and investor buyers.
This home is offered without an HOA, making ownership straightforward and cost-effective. With its strong location, large lot and clear renovation potential, 690 Capitol Street offers an excellent opportunity for a buyer ready to apply upgrades and capture value in the heart of Costa Mesa.
Property details for 690 Capital Street
This 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Sunshine Homes West neighborhood of Costa Mesa in Orange County. It offers 1,176 square feet of living space. The home was built in 1955. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 422-171-13. Highlights include single-story living, an attached two-car garage, a 6,181-square-foot lot, and ranch architecture. 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
- $1,040,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,176 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 1
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 6,181 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1955
- MLS® Number
- PW25176315
- 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
- PW25176315
- Year Built
- 1955
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,176
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 6,180
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.1419
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- None
- Parcel Number
- 42217113
- On Market Date
- 2025-10-31
- Listing Terms
- Standard, Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Built In Features, Ceiling Fans, Open Floorplan, All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom On Main Level, Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Water Heater
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Heating
- Wall Furnace
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Kitchen
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 4
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
- Windows
- Screens, Wood Frames
- Accessibility
- Safe Emergency Egress From Home, No Stairs
Exterior Features
- Architectural Style
- Ranch
- Exterior Features
- Rain Gutters
- Roof
- Composition
- Construction
- Stucco
- Foundation
- Raised
- Lot Features
- Zero To One Unit Acre, Back Yard, Front Yard, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Walkstreet
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete
- Parking
- Concrete, Door Single, Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage, Rv Potential
- Fencing
- Block, Wood
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Private
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Condition
- Fixer, Repairs Cosmetic
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Sunshine Homes West (SUNW)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Gutters, Park
- Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors
The record
Property History for 690 Capital Street
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2025 | Sold | $1,040,000 | |
| Oct 31, 2025 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000 |
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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.
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 26, 2025 to Sep 26, 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 690 Capital Street
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
- Elementary
- Wilson
- Middle
- Twinkle
- High
- Estancia
- District
- Newport Mesa Unified
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Listed by Jon Perez of First Team Real Estate
Listing information updated Dec 12, 2025 at 6:07 PM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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