Originally no more than a way station built by Spanish missionaries, Costa Mesa's first real estate development occurred in the 1880s. This failed to prosper, but Costa Mesa became an agricultural center known for apples and lima beans. Long time residents may remember when the area was called Fairview and Paularino, but today, the city is a focal point in Orange County with the Orange County Performing Arts Center, South Coast Repertory Theatre and South Coast Plaza as major drawing points. It is hard to believe that Costa Mesa was once nicknamed "Goat Hill" because of its rural flavor. The modern day Costa Mesa real estate market began as beach bungalows just minutes from the ocean. Even then, Costa Mesa, bordering Newport Beach, captured the best of Newport Beach living at a fraction... 11/28/2008

Central Costa Mesa is an area of the city, triangular in shape, which is bordered by Harbor Boulevard, Baker Street and Newport Boulevard/ the 55 Freeway. The Market Report for Central Costa Mesa is below: Based upon general definitions, it appears that Central Costa Mesa should be in a Sellers' Market though it still appears to be a Buyers' market. Given all that is going on in the credit market and the banking industry, we are in an unusual time and will have to see what happens over the next few months as things hopefully begin to stabilize. Market reports for additional areas of Costa Mesa: South Coast Metro Real Estate Report Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Westside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Costa Mesa Real Estate Report For more ... 11/28/2008

South Coast Metro is an area that encompasses both Costa Mesa and Santa Ana. However, the South Coast Metro area in Costa Mesa usually refers to the area east of Bear Street and north of the 405 (San Diego Freeway). It is at the junction of Orange County's 55 and 405 freeways. It is the area of Costa Mesa closest to South Coast Plaza. In this unique neighborhood, premier office space and world class shopping vie with first class dining and performing arts venues to form a cosmopolitan blend of culture and business.The Market Report for South Coast Metro is below: Mesa Verde Real Estate Report Market reports for additional areas of Costa Mesa: Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Westside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Costa Mesa Real Estate Repo... 11/27/2008

The Mesa Verde neighborhood of Costa Mesa was largely built around the MesaVerde Country Club, a private club and golf course Costa Mesa Country Club, which is a private course, is also located within Mesa Verde's boundaries.Most of the homes in Mesa Verde were built in the 1960's and 1970's, with several of the homes actually built right along the golf course.Mesa Verde is bordered by Fairview Regional Park and the Costa Mesa Golf Course on the south, Harbor Boulevard on the east, the Santa Ana River to the west, and the 405 (San Diego Freeway) on the north.The Estancia Adobe, built in the late 1800's is also located within Mesa Verde in Estancia Park, and provides insight into the history of this wonderful area of Costa Mesa.The Market Report for Mesa Verde is below: Market reports f... 11/27/2008

Southwest Costa Mesa, better known as the Westside or Westside Costa Mesa, is a wonderful area of Costa Mesa which borders both Newport Beach and  Huntington Beach.  It is typically quantified as being West of Newport Boulevard. It encompasses Fairview Park and the Talbert Nature Reserve. It has a wide mix of homes ranging from single family homes, to condos and apartment buildings.  The homes overlooking the bluffs, have beautiful views of the ocean and wildlife in the Santa Ana River. The current market report for Westside Costa Mesa is below: Market reports for additional areas of Costa Mesa: Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Central Costa Mesa Real Estate Report South Coast Metro Real Estate Report Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Real Estate ReportFor more i... 11/24/2008

Eastside Costa Mesa is a charming area of Costa Mesa which borders Newport Beach, and, as a result, tends to have higher property values than some other areas of the city. It is bounded by Irvine Boulevard on the east, Newport Boulevard on the west, 15th Street on the south and Mesa Drive on the north. Most of the original lots in Eastside Costa Mesa are around 10,000 square feet, a large size lot in Orange County, which allows for space to expand smaller, older homes if desired. Eastside Costa Mesa is known for wide streets and lovely, mature trees, homes with picket fences and an eclectic mix of different types of homes. The current market report for Eastside Costa Mesa is below: Market reports for additional areas of Costa Mesa: Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Central Costa Mesa Real E... 11/22/2008

Originally no more than a way station built by Spanish missionaries, Costa Mesa's first real estate development occurred in the 1880s. This failed to prosper, but Costa Mesa became an agricultural center known for apples and lima beans. Long time residents may remember when the area was called Fairview and Paularino, but today, the city is a focal point in Orange County with the Orange County Performing Arts Center, South Coast Repertory Theatre and South Coast Plaza as major drawing points. It is hard to believe that Costa Mesa was once nicknamed "Goat Hill" because of its rural flavor. The modern day Costa Mesa real estate market began as beach bungalows just minutes from the ocean. Even then, Costa Mesa, bordering Newport Beach, captured the best of Newport Beach living at a fraction... 11/20/2008

Central Costa Mesa is an area of the city, triangular in shape, which is bordered by Harbor Boulevard,  Baker Street and Newport Boulevard/ the 55 Freeway. The Market Report for Central Costa Mesa is below: Based upon general definitions, it appears that Central Costa Mesa should be in a Sellers' Market though it still appears to be a Buyers' market.   Given all that is going on in the credit market and the banking industry, we are in an unusual time and will have to see what happens over the next few months as things hopefully begin to stabilize. Market reports for additional areas of Costa Mesa: South Coast Metro Real Estate Report Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Westside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Costa Mesa Real Estate Report For mo... 11/19/2008

1.  Emotional appeal. Make sure your home looks, feels and smells its best. You're competing with 900 to 1,200 other homes for sale. Buyers buy on emotion... let your home be the cleanest, freshest and cheeriest, and you'll have a much faster sale... at a higher price. 2.  Read my "How To Show Your Home" flyer very carefully. If your home is logically a good value, but a buyer doesn't feel warm and emotionally attracted to the home, it will not sell. Buyers buy on emotion, not logic. You'll want lots of people to say or think, "Wow! This is nice! I would like to live here!" 3.  Lots of light. For maximum effect, turn every light on, even on a sunny day. Open all window shades. Clean your draperies and curtains. Make sure your windows are spotlessly clean. Let the sun in and keep those l... 11/18/2008

South Coast Metro is an area that encompasses both Costa Mesa and Santa Ana. However, the South Coast Metro area in Costa Mesa usually refers to the area east of Bear Street and north of the 405 (San Diego Freeway). It is at the junction of Orange County's 55 and 405 freeways. It is the area of Costa Mesa closest to South Coast Plaza. In this unique neighborhood, premier office space and world class shopping vie with first class dining and performing arts venues to form a cosmopolitan blend of culture and business.The Market Report for South Coast Metro is below: Mesa Verde Real Estate Report Market reports for additional areas of Costa Mesa: Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Westside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Costa Mesa Real Estate Repo... 11/17/2008

The Mesa Verde neighborhood of Costa Mesa was largely built around the MesaVerde Country Club, a private club and golf course Costa Mesa Country Club, which is a private course, is also located within Mesa Verde's boundaries.Most of the homes in Mesa Verde were built in the 1960's and 1970's, with several of the homes actually built right along the golf course.Mesa Verde is bordered by Fairview Regional Park and the Costa Mesa Golf Course on the south, Harbor Boulevard on the east, the Santa Ana River to the west, and the 405 (San Diego Freeway) on the north.The Estancia Adobe, built in the late 1800's is also located within Mesa Verde in Estancia Park, and provides insight into the history of this wonderful area of Costa Mesa.The Market Report for Mesa Verde is below: Market reports f... 11/15/2008

Southwest Costa Mesa, better known as the Westside or Westside Costa Mesa, is a wonderful area of Costa Mesa which borders both Newport Beach and Huntington Beach. It is typically quantified as being West of Newport Boulevard. It encompasses Fairview Park and the Talbert Nature Reserve. It has a wide mix of homes ranging from single family homes, to condos and apartment buildings. The homes overlooking the bluffs, have beautiful views of the ocean and wildlife in the Santa Ana River. The current market report for Westside Costa Mesa is below: Market reports for additional areas of Costa Mesa: Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Central Costa Mesa Real Estate Report South Coast Metro Real Estate Report Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Real Estate Report For more inf... 11/13/2008

Eastside Costa Mesa is a charming area of Costa Mesa which borders Newport Beach, and, as a result, tends to have higher property values than some other areas of the city. It is bounded by Irvine Boulevard on the east, Newport Boulevard on the west, 15th Street on the south and Mesa Drive on the north. Most of the original lots in Eastside Costa Mesa are around 10,000 square feet, a large size lot in Orange County, which allows for space to expand smaller, older homes if desired. Eastside Costa Mesa is known for wide streets and lovely, mature trees, homes with picket fences and an eclectic mix of different types of homes. The current market report for Eastside Costa Mesa is below: Market reports for additional areas of Costa Mesa: Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Central Costa Mesa Real E... 11/10/2008

Originally no more than a way station built by Spanish missionaries, Costa Mesa's first real estate development occurred in the 1880s. This failed to prosper, but Costa Mesa became an agricultural center known for apples and lima beans. Long time residents may remember when the area was called Fairview and Paularino, but today, the city is a focal point in Orange County with the Orange County Performing Arts Center, South Coast Repertory Theatre and South Coast Plaza as major drawing points. It is hard to believe that Costa Mesa was once nicknamed "Goat Hill" because of its rural flavor. The modern day Costa Mesa real estate market began as beach bungalows just minutes from the ocean. Even then, Costa Mesa, bordering Newport Beach, captured the best of Newport Beach living at a fraction... 11/09/2008

What a great event the Country Club held last night!  November 8, 2008.  Over 100 guests and members attended this fall classic.  6 wineries were present as the guest strolled about the beautiful main dining room over looking the amazing 18th home. The event started at 5:30 as the sun set over the country clubs front nine. The event went late into the evening until the wine ran out!  Which this time took several hours.  My self not be a wine drinker lasted about three rounds going for the white wines vs. the over abundacnce of red wines.  I went back to the scotch!  If you love fantastic foods, golf and or tennis this is a great place to belong.  Events like this attract members and guests from all over Orange County California.  I hope to see you here someday!  My Best to all!  Larry ... 11/09/2008

Central Costa Mesa is an area of the city, triangular in shape, which is bordered by Harbor Boulevard, Baker Street and Newport Boulevard/ the 55 Freeway. The Market Report for Central Costa Mesa is below: Based upon general definitions, it appears that Central Costa Mesa should be in a Sellers' Market though it still appears to be a Buyers' market. Given all that is going on in the credit market and the banking industry, we are in an unusual time and will have to see what happens over the next few months as things hopefully begin to stabilize. Market reports for additional areas of Costa Mesa: South Coast Metro Real Estate Report Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Westside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Costa Mesa Real Estate Report For more ... 11/08/2008

South Coast Metro is an area that encompasses both Costa Mesa and Santa Ana. However, the South Coast Metro area in Costa Mesa usually refers to the area east of Bear Street and north of the 405 (San Diego Freeway). It is at the junction of Orange County's 55 and 405 freeways. It is the area of Costa Mesa closest to South Coast Plaza. In this unique neighborhood, premier office space and world class shopping vie with first class dining and performing arts venues to form a cosmopolitan blend of culture and business.The Market Report for South Coast Metro is below: div> Mesa Verde Real Estate Report Market reports for additional areas of Costa Mesa: Mesa Verde Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Westside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Costa Mesa Real Estate... 11/07/2008

The Mesa Verde neighborhood of Costa Mesa was largely built around the MesaVerde Country Club, a private club and golf course Costa Mesa Country Club, which is a private course, is also located within Mesa Verde's boundaries.Most of the homes in Mesa Verde were built in the 1960's and 1970's, with several of the homes actually built right along the golf course.Mesa Verde is bordered by Fairview Regional Park and the Costa Mesa Golf Course on the south, Harbor Boulevard on the east, the Santa Ana River to the west, and the 405 (San Diego Freeway) on the north.The Estancia Adobe, built in the late 1800's is also located within Mesa Verde in Estancia Park, and provides insight into the history of this wonderful area of Costa Mesa.The Market Report for Mesa Verde is below:   Market reports... 11/06/2008

Southwest Costa Mesa, better known as the Westside or Westside Costa Mesa, is a wonderful area of Costa Mesa which borders both Newport Beach and Huntington Beach. It is typically quantified as being West of Newport Boulevard. It encompasses Fairview Park and the Talbert Nature Reserve. It has a wide mix of homes ranging from single family homes, to condos and apartment buildings. The homes overlooking the bluffs, have beautiful views of the ocean and wildlife in the Santa Ana River. The current market report for Westside Costa Mesa is below: Market reports for additional areas of Costa Mesa: Eastside Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Costa Mesa Real Estate Report Central Costa Mesa Real Estate Report South Coast Metro Real Estate Report Mesa Verde Real Estate Report For more information, p... 11/04/2008

Over the last 6 months the trend has been increasing has buyers are snatching up short sales and bank repos.  Prices have dropped by more than 30% in some areas of Orange County to has high as 50% in Santa Ana and Anaheim.  It appears that the market will remain strong for repos over the next 6 - 12 months. We are seeing as many as 30 offers come in on the popular price ranges ( below $400,000) in Costa Mesa.  South Orange County is seeing the same type of inflow of buyers as we enter what is typically the slower time of year. Homes that were selling at $1,500,000 at the peak are now seeing buyers come out in droves for these homes that are now priced in the mid $950,000 range. Down payments starting at 3.5% are bring many buyers into the market as interest rates remain in the mid 6% r... 11/04/2008