$1,425,000
4Beds4Baths1,984SqFt
551 BernardCosta Mesa, CA 92627
Sold
945 Brilliance Lane sold on January 2, 2026 for $1,400,000, 2.4% below the $1,435,000 asking price after 99 days on the market; it was first listed at $1,445,000. The buyer financed the purchase with a conventional loan. The details are below for reference.
945 Brilliance Lane, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,447 sq ft
- 2,448 sq ft lot
- Built 2018
$1,400,000
Subdivision Elara
The home
About 945 Brilliance Lane
Welcome to 945 Brilliance Lane — a modern 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with a versatile bonus room, built in 2018 and perfectly located in the vibrant Elara neighborhood of Costa Mesa. Offering 2,447 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space and an attached 2-car garage, this home combines contemporary style, comfort, and convenience. Step inside to soaring ceilings and an abundance of natural light, creating a bright, airy atmosphere. The open-concept living area flows seamlessly into the sleek kitchen, where a large island serves as the heart of the home — ideal for cooking, entertaining, and everyday life. A downstairs office provides a quiet space for remote work or a cozy reading nook. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite is a true retreat, featuring two walk-in closets, dual sinks and a spa-like walk-in shower. You’ll also find an oversized laundry room that makes daily chores effortless. Notable features include a whole-home water softener, water filtration system, and thoughtful built-in storage solutions.
The backyard offers low-maintenance beauty with Spanish tile and artificial turf, creating a charming outdoor space perfect for kids, pets, and gatherings. Enjoy a short walk to local breweries, as well as The Camp and The Lab, where you’ll find unique dining, coffee shops, and boutique shopping. The neighborhood’s small park and play area add to its welcoming, community feel. You’re also just minutes from John Wayne Airport, South Coast Plaza, and easy freeway access. Don’t miss your chance to call 945 Brilliance Lane home — a stylish, newer build in one of Costa Mesa’s most walkable and connected locations.
Property details for 945 Brilliance Lane
This 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home sits in the Elara neighborhood of Costa Mesa in Orange County. It offers 2,447 square feet of living space. The home was built in 2018. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 932-074-07. Highlights include an attached two-car garage, a 2,448-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
- $1,400,000
- Days On Site
- N/A
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 2,447 sqft
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 2,448 SqFt
- Year Built
- 2018
- MLS® Number
- PW25182671
- Status
- Sold
- Property Tax
- N/A
- HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
- $165 monthly
- Sq Ft Source
- Assessor
General Features
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- MLS Number
- PW25182671
- Year Built
- 2018
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 2,447
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 2,447
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.0562
- Levels
- Two
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- None
- HOA Dues
- $165
- HOA Frequency
- Monthly
- HOA Name
- Elara
- Parcel Number
- 93207407
- On Market Date
- 2025-08-14
- Listing Terms
- Standard
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Walk In Closets
- Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- None
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room, Upper Level
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 1
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- No Common Walls
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Landscaped
- Patio and Porch
- Concrete
- Pool Features
- None
- Spa
- None
- Sewer
- Sewer Tap Paid
- Water
- Public
- Units
- 1
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Elara
- Community Features
- Street Lights
- Association Amenities
- Maintenance Grounds
The record
Property History for 945 Brilliance Lane
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2, 2026 | Sold | $1,400,000 | |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Listed for sale | $1,445,000 | |
| May 15, 2024 | Sold | $1,418,000 | Sotheby's International Realty |
| Oct 29, 2020 | Sold | $989,000 | L.S. Gateway Realtors |
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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
School District for 945 Brilliance Lane
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 Ryan Knapp of Torelli Realty
Listing information updated Jan 27, 2026 at 11:47 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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