$1,295,000
5Beds3Baths1,738SqFt
316 HamiltonCosta Mesa, CA 92627
703 Center, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,107 sq ft
- 8,102 sq ft lot
- Built 1954
$1,290,000
Subdivision Mesa West
The home
About 703 Center
Opportunity awaits in one of Costa Mesa's desirable neighborhoods! Situated on an expansive 8,100-square-foot lot, this unique property offers endless possibilities with a 3-bedroom, 2-bath main residence plus a detached 1-bedroom, 1-bath casita, perfect for extended family, guests, rental income, or a private home office.
This classic mid-century home includes a living room with an inviting fireplace, an additional office area which is ideal for working from home, abundant storage throughout the house and attached two-car garage, and a functional floor plan ready to make your own custom improvements. Step outside to enjoy the private backyard with a sparkling pool, offering the perfect setting for entertaining, relaxing, or creating your own outdoor retreat.
Whether you're looking to preserve the home's mid-century charm, update it to your personal style, or maximize the potential of this exceptional property, the possibilities are endless. With its large lot, versatile living spaces, pool, attached garage, and detached casita, this is a rare opportunity in the heart of Costa Mesa. Near downtown Lions Park, Aquatic Center, Library, Costa Mesa Historic Center.
Property details for 703 Center
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home sits in the Mesa West neighborhood of Costa Mesa in Orange County. It offers 1,107 square feet of living space and is listed at $1,290,000, about $1,165 per square foot. The home was built in 1954. The MLS record lists the assessor parcel number as 424-204-10. Highlights include a private pool and a spa, a fireplace, single-story living, an attached two-car garage, and an 8,102-square-foot lot. 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
- $1,290,000
- Days On Site
- 81 Days
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Inside Area (SqFt)
- 1,107 sqft
- Total Baths
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Partial Baths
- N/A
- Lot Size
- 8,102 SqFt
- Year Built
- 1954
- MLS® Number
- PW26152357
- 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
- PW26152357
- Year Built
- 1954
- Living Area (sq ft)
- 1,107
- Living Area Source
- Assessor
- Lot Size (sq ft)
- 8,100
- Lot Size (acres)
- 0.186
- Levels
- One
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- View
- None
- Private Pool
- Yes
- Parcel Number
- 42420410
- On Market Date
- 2026-07-14
- Listing Terms
- Trust
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- Bedroom On Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Laundry
- Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 3
- Main Level Bathrooms
- 2
- Entry Level
- 1
- Common Walls
- One Common Wall
- Rooms
- Primary Bedroom, Bathroom, Laundry, Guest Quarters, Office, Bedroom, Family Room, Primary Bathroom
Exterior Features
- Lot Features
- Two To Five Units Acre
- Pool Features
- In Ground, Private
- Spa
- In Ground
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water
- Public
- Condition
- Fixer
- Units
- 2
Community Features
- Subdivision
- Mesa West (MWST)
- Community Features
- Curbs, Gutters
- Security
- Security System, Closed Circuit Cameras
The record
Property History for 703 Center
| Date | Event | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2026 | Listed for sale | $1,290,000 |
Cost of ownership
Estimated monthly payment
7.03% · 30-yr fixed$
$9,898/mo
10% down · 30-year fixed · $129,000 down
Principal & interest$7,748
Mortgage insurance (est., over 80% LTV)$484
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,290
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$376
HOANot reported, not included
$8,553/mo
20% down · 30-year fixed · $258,000 down
Principal & interest$6,887
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,290
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$376
HOANot reported, not included
$7,692/mo
30% down · 30-year fixed · $387,000 down
Principal & interest$6,026
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,290
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$376
HOANot reported, not included
Estimated carrying cost
$1,666/mo
All cash · taxes and insurance only
Principal & interestNone (cash purchase)
Property tax (est. 1.2%)$1,290
Home insurance (rough est., varies widely)$376
HOANot reported, not included
Estimate only, not a loan offer or quote. Principal and interest use the Freddie Mac 30-year fixed average of 7.03% (week of Sep 24, 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
- 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.
Price per square foot against recent Costa Mesa sales
At $1,165 per square foot, this home's asking price is 22% above the Costa Mesa median of $953 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 703 Center
As listed in the MLS record. Confirm attendance boundaries with the school district.
The MLS record lists the school district as Newport Mesa Unified.
Living in Costa Mesa covers its schools, parks and beaches.
Location
Location
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Listed by Ryan Christensen of The Ryan Real Estate Group Inc
Listing information updated Oct 2, 2026 at 8:46 AM PT. Source: CRMLS.
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