2197 Santa Ana Ave, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627
About This Home
Welcome to 2197 Santa Ana Ave, a truly rare offering in the heart of Eastside Costa Mesa. Situated on an expansive 10,000+ square foot lot, this unique property presents exceptional potential with eligibility for an SB9 lot split or Historic Preservation opportunities—making it a standout investment and lifestyle opportunity. Originally built in 1922, the charming single-story main residence features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, thoughtfully updated with remodeled kitchen, bathrooms, and flooring while still preserving its original character and architectural details. The warm, inviting atmosphere offers a nostalgic nod to the area’s rich history. Complementing the main home is a detached ADU with its own bedroom and bathroom—perfect for guests, rental income, or multi-generational living. A small basement adds additional flexibility, ideal for storage, a workshop, or creative use. The property boasts a spacious front yard and an expansive backyard, providing endless possibilities for outdoor entertaining, expansion, or future development. Whether you’re looking to build your dream home, create a custom compound, or explore multi-unit potential, this oversized lot offers incredible flexibility. Located in highly desirable Eastside Costa Mesa, just minutes from beaches, popular dining, shopping, and top-rated schools, this is a rare opportunity to own a versatile property in one of Orange County’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Don’t miss your chance to unlock the full potential of this exceptional property.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1922
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Inside
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Cooling
- Cooling features: None
Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Fireplace features: None
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 2,055 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 42615310
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Lot size: 10,106 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway,Garage,RV Access/Parking
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Orange County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $13,779 | $165,348 |
| Home Insurance * | $260 | $3,120 |
| Property Taxes | $2,561 | $30,732 |
| Electricity | $440 | $5,288 |
| Total | $17,040 | $204,480 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | Listed for sale | $2,725,000 |
| 2025-07-09 | Listing removed | $2,800,000 |
| 2025-06-23 | Listed for sale | $2,800,000 |
| 2020-05-08 | Listing removed | $1,549,999 |
| 2020-02-25 | Price change | $1,549,999 |
| 2020-01-23 | Price change | $1,649,999 |
| 2019-11-27 | Listed for sale | $1,650,000 |
| 2018-01-08 | Sold | $1,100,000 |
| 2017-11-09 | Pending sale | $1,150,000 |
| 2017-06-23 | Price change | $1,150,000 |
| 2017-02-27 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000 |
| 2017-02-18 | Pending sale | $1,199,000 |
| 2016-12-08 | Listed for sale | $1,199,000 |
| 2016-10-17 | Listing removed | $1,199,000 |
| 2016-09-03 | Price change | $1,199,000 |
| 2016-06-02 | Price change | $1,280,000 |
| 2016-05-02 | Price change | $1,330,000 |
| 2016-04-17 | Listed for sale | $1,380,000 |
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