East Costa Mesa (C5) Homes with Quadruplex Subtype

East Costa Mesa (C5) Homes with Quadruplex Subtype

Welcome to East Costa Mesa, a vibrant neighborhood nestled in the heart of Costa Mesa, California. Known for its eclectic charm and close-knit community vibe, East Costa Mesa (C5) is a hidden gem in Orange County that perfectly balances suburban tranquility with the excitement of urban living. Here, residents enjoy tree-lined streets, a plethora of parks, and convenient access to some of the best shopping, dining, and entertainment Costa Mesa has to offer.

One of the standout features of this region is its diverse real estate market, which includes the unique opportunity to invest in homes with a quadruplex subtype. These properties, designed to accommodate four separate living units, are an ideal choice for both investors and homeowners seeking to maximize their living space. Whether you're looking to generate rental income or house extended family, quadruplex homes offer flexibility and potential for significant returns.

Living in East Costa Mesa means embracing a lifestyle filled with outdoor activities, cultural experiences, and community events. The nearby beaches of Newport and Balboa are just a short drive away, providing residents with endless opportunities for sun-soaked days and ocean breezes. The local school districts are highly regarded, making this area an excellent choice for families.

With its unique blend of residential options, including the sought-after quadruplex homes, East Costa Mesa is more than just a place to live; it’s a community where you can thrive. Discover the charm of East Costa Mesa and explore the possibilities that await you in this dynamic neighborhood!

Newest East Costa Mesa (C5) Homes with Quadruplex Subtype

$2,999,995
OC26182296 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully occupied and extensively improved fourplex in highly coveted Eastside Costa Mesa. 180 Rochester Street features four matching two-bedroom, one-bath residences, providing an efficient and highly marketable unit mix with immediate rental income from day one. Each residence offers contemporary kitchens and bathrooms, upgraded flooring, doors, recessed lighting, appliances and design-forward finishes. Extensive remodeling and capital improvements completed between 2020 and 2026 include the roof, windows, interior and exterior walls, drain systems, fencing, landscaping, driveway and hardscape, substantially reducing near-term capital needs. Additional features include separate utility metering and a dedicated common laundry room. Parking is exceptional for the area, with a carport providing covered parking for up to seven vehicles and space for nine vehicles onsite in total. The property contains approximately 3,325 square feet of building area on an approximately 7,706-square-foot lot. Located within walking distance of the 17th Street corridor and close to the dining, shopping, recreation, Newport Beach access and lifestyle destinations that define Eastside Costa Mesa. With all four units currently occupied, the property offers a strong existing rent roll, immediate income and compelling long-term upside through future rent growth, continued tenant demand and the enduring value of a scarce four-unit Eastside asset. An ideal opportunity for a 1031-exchange buyer, private investor or long-term owner seeking a turnkey residential income property in one of Costa Mesa’s most desirable rental markets.

180 Rochester Street, Costa Mesa
$4,000,000
OC26179490 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status
RARE ASSET! First time on the market in 60+ years, 220 and 226 Knox Place offer a generation-defining acquisition preferred to be sold together. This exceptional property consists of two separate side-by-side duplexes that look, feel, and function as seamless Quadruplex connected by a shared driveway. The portfolio features four spacious two-bedroom, one bathroom units- with each duplex measuring approximately 1,627 sq-ft making each individual unit roughly 813 sq ft. of comfortable living space complete with individual laundry hookups. Enhancing their appeal, both rear Units boast their own private backyards and there are two car garages, each unit shares one garage. The rear unit at 220 Knox Pl features a charming three-season Sun room!! LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!! Situated directly adjacent to Heller Park with no side neighbors for maximum privacy. The location is unbeatable in a very desirable area in Newport Heights/Costa Mesa! just a few blocks away from all the lively dining and retail along 17th st and only six minutes away to Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach. This property is a high-performing investment and a perfect candidate for multi-unit development. With Three tenant-occupied units providing immediate, stable income, this rare property serves as both high-performing income asset and a premier candidate for future multi-unit redevelopment on two adjacent parcels. An rare multi-family OPPORTUNITY to acquire a side-by-side multi-unit lot in this prime location, will not present itself anytime soon!

220 Knox Place, Costa Mesa
$3,199,000
PW26165836 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Exceptional four-unit investment opportunity on an expansive 11,000+ square foot lot in one of Costa Mesa's most desirable rental markets. Fully occupied and generating immediate cash flow, this rare offering combines stable income, significant value-add potential, and exceptional long-term appreciation. All four units are currently leased, providing strong in-place income, with two recently renovated units and a long-term tenant contributing to stable occupancy. Investors can enjoy dependable cash flow today while benefiting from future rental growth as units turn over. Beyond its current income, the property's greatest asset is its oversized 11,000+ square foot lot and eight detached garages, creating exciting possibilities for ADU conversions or other future development opportunities (buyer to verify with the City of Costa Mesa). Whether your investment strategy is to maximize rental income, add value through future improvements, or capitalize on the property's redevelopment potential, this unique asset offers flexibility rarely found in coastal Orange County. Ideally located just minutes from Orange Coast College, Newport Beach, John Wayne Airport, Kaiser Permanente, the popular 17th Street dining and shopping district, Triangle Square, and the 55, 73, and 405 Freeways, the property enjoys exceptional convenience and consistently strong tenant demand. Investment opportunities offering this combination of immediate cash flow, an oversized lot, eight garages with potential ADU opportunities, and a premier Costa Mesa location are exceptionally rare. Whether you're expanding your portfolio or securing a legacy investment with multiple paths for future growth, this property delivers the income, location, and upside today's investors are seeking.

2653 Santa Ana, Costa Mesa
$2,499,000
LG26160849 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Located on an expansive corner parcel of more than 9,000 square feet in the heart of Eastside Costa Mesa, this meticulously maintained four-unit income property presents an exceptional investment opportunity. Once owned by local business icon Heinz Kaiser, the property showcases timeless architecture, a desirable unit mix, and generous outdoor living spaces that set it apart from typical multi-family offerings. Pride of ownership is evident throughout, with a favorable unit configuration consisting of one 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence, two 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom residences, and one exceptionally spacious studio. The primary residence at 147 Virginia Place offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, highlighted by an inviting front porch overlooking a beautifully hedged lawn, a spacious kitchen, an interior laundry room, a dedicated office area, direct access to an attached two-car garage, and a private rear patio ideal for outdoor entertaining. Situated above, 147½ Virginia Place features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, complete with a recently remodeled shower, vaulted ceilings, wood flooring, a charming sleeping loft, and its own private laundry room. The studio residence is equally impressive, boasting stone flooring, a dramatic oversized fireplace, a kitchen with slab countertops, private laundry, and a covered outdoor entertaining area adjacent to an expansive grassy yard. Completing the property, 2209 Elden Avenue offers 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with wood flooring, a private garage with its own laundry, additional off-street parking, and a secluded rear yard featuring a deck and generous lawn area. Ideally located just moments from award-winning schools, the shopping and dining destinations along 17th Street, and the world-renowned beaches of the Newport Peninsula, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully maintained, income-producing property in one of Costa Mesa's most sought-after neighborhoods.

2209 Elden Avenue, Costa Mesa
$3,900,000
NP26128800 MLS ⋅ Active Under Contract Status
Exceptional opportunity to acquire two adjacent fourplexes (136 & 132 E. Bay St.) being offered together as one premier 8-unit multifamily investment in the highly sought-after Eastside Costa Mesa market. Properties of this size and quality rarely become available in one of Orange County's most desirable rental locations. Together, the properties feature eight well-designed units consisting of four 2-bedroom, 1-bath residences and four comfortable 1-bedroom, 1-bath residences, offering an ideal mix that appeals to a broad tenant base. Each property provides a garage space, additional uncovered parking to be allocated, on-site laundry, the lower units feature outdoor living areas, creating a desirable living environment for residents while minimizing vacancy. The buildings are up to code and have verified SB721 inspection reports for the stairs and patios. Ideally located just minutes from Newport Beach, Triangle Square, the Back Bay, the 55 Freeway, John Wayne Airport, and the area's premier shopping, dining, and entertainment, the properties enjoy strong rental demand driven by their exceptional coastal location. Whether you're seeking stable cash flow with long-term appreciation potential or an opportunity to enhance value through strategic renovations, rental increases and possible ADU additions above the garages this offering delivers exceptional flexibility. The combined eight-unit configuration provides operational efficiencies while maintaining the appeal of smaller residential properties.

136 E Bay, Costa Mesa
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