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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.

Single Family ResidenceSold

690 Capital Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

  • 4 beds
  • 2 baths
  • 1,176 sq ft
  • 6,181 sq ft lot
  • Built 1955
$1,040,000

MLS# PW25176315

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

DateEventPriceNote
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

AddressClosedPriceSq ftPer sq ftDays 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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