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Costa Mesa, CA 92627 685 Center St.

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Presented By: Jill Livingston with Compass; 949-441-6161
  • MLS# OC26074046
  • 03/12/2026
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  • Baths • 1
  • SQFT • 2,874
  • Garage • 3
  • Year Built • 1950

Home Details

An exceptional find in Costa Mesa! This expansive 8,500+ square foot double lot boasts not one, but two distinct two-story homes, offering endless possibilities. Ideally situated just minutes from the vibrant heart of downtown and less than two miles from the sun-soaked shores, this property combines space, versatility, and an unbeatable location. Both homes present an incredible opportunity for those with a vision—whether you're an investor, planning for multi-generational living, or a buyer eager to customize and create your dream space. With some updates and repairs, the potential here is endless. The front home, spanning 1,340 sq. ft., offers charm and comfort with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The inviting living room features a cozy fireplace, while the dining area flows into an open kitchen with a breakfast bar—perfect for gathering. The downstairs bedroom offers convenience and ease, while two more bedrooms upstairs provide additional living areas, including one with its own private balcony. Outside, you'll find a welcoming front porch, a fenced backyard, and a one-car garage. The rear home, at 1,534 sq. ft., is a light-filled retreat with unique architectural touches. It boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a stunning primary suite perched above a two-car tandem garage. This spacious suite features a cathedral wood ceiling, walk-in closet, private balcony, and views of the Santa Ana and Saddleback Mountains. The main level showcases charming wood ceilings, a skylit kitchen, and a bright, airy living room perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a wood-paneled family room with a fireplace offer a warm and versatile retreat, blending comfort with functionality. Both homes are surrounded by serene outdoor amenities, including a deck, a succulent garden, mature fruit trees, and an oversized yard—ideal for enjoying Southern California's indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Conveniently located near the Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library, Triangle Square, Mother’s Market & Kitchen, Trader Joe’s, and 24 Hour Fitness, with easy access to beaches, restaurants, UC Irvine, John Wayne Airport, and the 55 freeway. With two homes and a large double lot—rare for the area—this property offers a unique chance to renovate and create your own vision.
Presented By: Jill Livingston with Compass; 949-441-6161

Interior Features for 685 Center St.

Other Interior Features

Air Conditioning Y/NNo
Common WallsNo Common Walls
Fireplace FeaturesLiving Room
Fireplace Y/NYes
FlooringCarpet, Tile, Vinyl
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesBeamed Ceilings, Balcony, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Bedroom on Main Level
Laundry FeaturesInside, In Garage
Total Stories2

Other Rooms

Entry Level1

General for 685 Center St.

AppliancesDishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
Building Area UnitsSquare Feet
CityCosta Mesa
Community FeaturesStreet Lights, Sidewalks
CoolingNone
CountyOrange
DirectionsWest on Harbor, W. on Anaheim, W. on 19th to Center
Entry LocationLevel
Garage Spaces3
Garage Y/NYes
Gross Income
HOANo
HOA Fee$
HeatingFireplace(s), Wall Furnace
Insurance Expense3672
Land Lease Y/NNo
LevelsTwo
Listing TermsCash, Cash to New Loan, Conventional, 1031 Exchange
Lot Size Square Feet8568
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS AreaC2 - Southwest Costa Mesa
Net Operating Income
New ConstructionNo
Number Of Units Total2
Open Parking Spaces3
Operating Expense0
Pool FeaturesNone
PossessionNegotiable
PostalCityCOSTA MESA
Property Attached Y/NNo
Property ConditionFixer
Property Sub Type AdditionalDuplex
Property SubtypeDuplex
Property TypeResidential Income
Rent Control Y/NNo
Security FeaturesCarbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Senior Community Y/NNo
SewerPublic Sewer
Spa FeaturesNone
Special Listing ConditionsStandard
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Stories Count2
Subdivision NameOther
Tax Lot503
Trash Expense717
UtilitiesElectricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water Sewer Expense486
Year Built1950
Year Built SourceEstimated

Exterior for 685 Center St.

Building Area Total2874
FencingNeeds Repair, Wood
InclusionsRefrigerators, washer and dryers
Lot Features0-1 Unit/Acre, Front Yard, Yard
Lot Size Acres0.1967
Lot Size Area8568
Lot Size SourceEstimated
Number of Buildings2
Number of Separate Electric Meters2
Number of Separate Gas Meters2
Number of Separate Water Meters1
Parking FeaturesDirect Access, Door-Single, Garage
Private PoolNo
SpaNo
Total Parking6
Water SourcePublic

Additional Details

Price History

Schools

High School Hubert H Humphrey Middle School
Middle School N/A
Elementary School Big Hollow Elementary School

Justin Hughey

Price $1,699,000
MLS#OC26074046
List Date 03/12/2026
Property Type Multi-Family
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