$3,395,000

178 Flower St Costa Mesa, CA 92627

5 beds
5 full, 1 partial
3,570 sqft
0.2 acres
$951 / sqft
House

Property details

About 178 Flower St

Welcome to your own private resort in the heart of highly coveted Eastside Costa Mesa. Nestled on Flower Street, this 5 bedroom, 5.5 bathroom home blends timeless elegance with contemporary luxury. Each spacious bedroom features its own walk-in closet and en-suite bath, while the primary suite offers a private balcony, an oversized spa-like bathroom, and a bonus retreat space. Step inside to rich dark walnut hardwood floors that lead you through an open, sun-drenched floor plan. Dual fireplaces in the lounge and living rooms create warm focal points, while high-end finishes, designer lighting, and curated tile work add thoughtful sophistication throughout. This entertainer’s dream is complete with expansive counter space, custom cabinetry, and pendant lighting that elevates the entire space. Indoor living seamlessly extends outside to a show-stopping backyard oasis. Designed for both play and relaxation, enjoy a custom putting green, a built-in BBQ island with outdoor dining, a serene spa with water feature, a modern fire pit lounge, and even a golf swing practice net under a vine-covered pergola, all surrounded by lush privacy hedges and mature landscaping. The home also features a surround sound system in the primary suite, whole-house Cat-5 wiring for high-speed connectivity, and dual-zone smart thermostats. Solar panels provide an eco-friendly edge, helping to offset energy costs while supporting sustainable living. Just minutes from 17th Street shops, restaurants, the Back Bay trails, and Newport’s beaches, all within the award-winning Newport Mesa Unified School District, this turnkey property is a rare blend of tranquility, luxury, and function. This home truly offers the best of indoor-outdoor Southern California​​‌​​​​‌​​‌‌​​‌​​​‌‌​​​​​‌​​​‌​​​​‌‌‌​​​ living.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,570 sqft
Lot size0.1783 Acres
Year built1940
ParkingGarage
MLS #OC25115044
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceFamily Room
ViewNeighborhood

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Dryer
  • Interior: Breakfast Bar, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Recessed Lighting, Galley Kitchen, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: Family Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Garage
  • View: Neighborhood
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $3,395,000
  • Price/SqFt: $950
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $29,185
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Lawn, Landscaped
  • Directions: Orange Avenue to Flower Cross streets Flower and Fullerton
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 3,570 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1783 Acres
  • MLS Number: OC25115044
  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • Office Name: Kase Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (949) 355-5947
  • Listing Agent: Keven Stirdivant

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 10, 2021
Home Sold
$2,550,000
Mar 10, 2011
Home Sold
$1,325,000
May 16, 2006
Home Sold
$1,525,000
Mar 29, 2004
Home Sold
$684,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$2,653,020$29,185
2023$2,601,000$28,383
2022$2,550,000$27,687
2021$1,568,280$17,140
2020$1,552,200$16,961
2019$1,521,765$16,268
2018$1,491,927$16,268
2017$1,462,674$15,985

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Heinz Kaiser Elementary School

Public District 3-6

0.8 mi

2130 Santa Ana Ave

7

Mariners Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.9 mi

2100 Mariners Dr

6

Everett A. Rea Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.9 mi

661 Hamilton St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $61,616. Most Costa Mesa, CA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

31%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
10%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

72%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
13%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

8%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
41%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
4%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 178 Flower St

The listing price of 178 Flower St property is $3,395,000.

The property 178 Flower St is a house located in Costa Mesa, California, 92627.

Active Listing: 178 Flower St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 178 Flower St are: Heinz Kaiser Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Mariners Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Everett A. Rea Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Horace Ensign Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Charles W. Tewinkle Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Isaac L. Sowers Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Newport Harbor High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Monte Vista High/Cloud Campus (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Early College High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $29,185 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on December 10, 2021 for $2,550,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 178 Flower St has 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 178 Flower St is 3,570 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 178 Flower St is 1940.

This home is located at 178 Flower St in Costa Mesa, CA and zip code 92627 in the Eastside Costa Mesa neighborhood. This 3,570 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,395,000.

In May 2025 more than 17 listings in Costa Mesa, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 8 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 27 were sold below. The number of listings in Costa Mesa, CA increased by 2.1% between April and May 2025. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 26 days, the median list price was $1,410,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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