714-914-4996

284 E 18th ,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627

$1,899,000

Offered for sale for the first time in 30 years, this exceptional Costa Mesa property presents a rare opportunity in a dynamic and evolving location. Situated on an approximately 6,504 square foot lot, the approximately 1,576 square foot residence offers 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms and is ready to be reimagined. The home requires major repairs and is well suited for a complete remodel, creating the opportunity to craft a custom residence that reflects the relaxed, design-forward character of coastal Costa Mesa living. The property also features a detached 3-car garage, additional carport space, and has the potential for an ADU addition above the garage. Ideally located near the amenities of 17th Street and just minutes from the beach, this is a compelling opportunity for buyers seeking to restore, customize, or invest. Sold AS-IS, with Seller to make no repairs. Buyers are advised to conduct their own investigations regarding condition, square footage, lot size, and development potential.

Basic Information

MLS #:
NP26185412

Price:
$1,899,000

Price
(per sq ft):
$1,204.00

Address:
284 E 18th ,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627

MLS Area:
C5 - East Costa Mesa

Subdivision:
Eastside South (ESCM)

Property
Type:
Single Family Residence

Days on Market:
30

Status:
Active Under Contract

Bedrooms:
3

Bathrooms:
3

Full Baths:
3

Size (sq ft):
1,576 sq ft

Lot Size:
6,504 sq ft

Listing Agent:
ATTY, Inc. , Steven Lavallee , 02220304

Year Built:
1923

Sale Type:
Notice Of Default

Rooms in Home

Rooms:
Walk-In Closet, Attic, All Bedrooms Down, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, See Remarks, Kitchen, Living Room, Main Floor Bedroom

Eating Area:
In Kitchen

Laundry:
Inside, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Common Area

Entry Location:
Front Door

Interior Features

Fireplace:
None

Cooling:
None

Heating:
Central

Floor:
Carpet, Wood

Appliances:
Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Dishwasher

Interior Features:
High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Tile Counters

Security:

Accessibility:

Garage and Parking

Garage:
Detached

Garage:
3 Spaces

Carport:
0 Spaces

Parking:
Carport, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Door Opener, Garage - Two Door

Home Owners Association

HOA Dues 1:
$0.00 /

HOA Dues 2:
$

HOA Amenities: 

Utilities

Water:
Public

Utilities:
Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Cable Available,Electricity Connected,Water Connected

School Information

District:
Newport Mesa Unified

Elementary:
KAISER

Middle:
ENSIGN

High:
NEWHAR

Exterior Features

Pool:
None

Spa:

Patio:
Deck

View:
Neighborhood

Construction:

Foundation:

Roof:
Shingle

Windows:

Common Walls:
No Common Walls

Levels:
One

Lot Features:
Rectangular Lot, Front Yard, Back Yard

Additional Information

County:
Orange

Senior Community:
No

Community Features:
Gutters, Curbs, Biking, Street Lights, Storm Drains, Sidewalks, Suburban

Other Structures:

Structure Condition:
Repairs Major, Fixer

Direction Faces:
Southwest

Last
Updated:
9/23/2026 7:23 PM

284 E 18th ,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627