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$1,152,634$849 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $772,000 on Jul 15, 2015

205 AMHERST PL

COSTA MESA, CA 92626
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,357 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$772,000 · Jul 15, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,663 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$932,165 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$849,897
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$82,268
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$913,888

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
37
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
14
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
100
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Contemporary
CountyORANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Rock / Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(12)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
College Park Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
M
Costa Mesa Middle and High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Newport-Mesa Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 92626These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.309

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.52,516
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,953 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,668
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,619
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.13 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.75%

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How this home compares

205 Amherst Pl measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 71% of homes in College Park
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Orange County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in College Park
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in College Park
  • Newer than 93% of homes in College Park

What homes are worth in Costa Mesa 92626

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$577K$2.7M

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Costa Mesa 92626.

How it measures up in Costa Mesa 92626

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Costa Mesa 92626.

Estimated value$1,152,634
CheaperTypical $1,326,287Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$849
CheaperTypical $761Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,357 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,741 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 205 Amherst Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCollege ParkCosta Mesa 92626Orange County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,152,63429% of homes30% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$84976% of homes71% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,357 ft²12% of homes17% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac29% of homes52% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than195993% of homes22% of homes19% of homes

About 205 Amherst Pl

How much is 205 Amherst Pl, Costa Mesa, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 205 Amherst Pl, Costa Mesa, CA is $1,152,634 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,074,897 to $1,230,371. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 205 Amherst Pl, Costa Mesa, CA last sell?

205 Amherst Pl, Costa Mesa, CA last sold on Jul 15, 2015 for $772,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 205 Amherst Pl, Costa Mesa, CA?

205 Amherst Pl, Costa Mesa, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,357 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 205 Amherst Pl, Costa Mesa, CA built?

205 Amherst Pl, Costa Mesa, CA was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 205 Amherst Pl, Costa Mesa, CA?

205 Amherst Pl, Costa Mesa, CA is assigned to College Park Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Costa Mesa Middle and High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Newport-Mesa Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 205 Amherst Pl, Costa Mesa, CA compare to other homes in Costa Mesa 92626?

Among the 10,479 homes in Costa Mesa 92626, it is worth more than 30% of them ($1,152,634 against a typical $1,326,287), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($849 against a typical $761), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,357 ft² against a typical 1,741 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1959 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Orange County, it is worth more than 55% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 205 Amherst Pl, Costa Mesa, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 205 Amherst Pl, Costa Mesa, CA was $10,663. The county assessed it at $932,165.

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