| Primary address | 1249 Watson Avenue, Costa Mesa |
| Zip code | 92626 |
| County | Orange |
| Neighborhood | Halecrest |
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| Sale date | 04/08/2024 |
| Sale price | $1,310,000 |
| Arm's length | Register |
| Current property tax | $13,926 |
| Building sqft | 1,353 |
| Building class | Single Family Residential (1) |
| Acreage | 0.151
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| Year built | 1955 |
| Year last altered | Register |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Zoning district | Single Family Residential (R1) |
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1249 Watson Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 was built in 1955 and has a total of 1,353 square feet.
What is the assessed value of 1249 Watson Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 and the property tax paid?Assessed at $1,336,200, the tax amount paid for 1249 Watson Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 is $13,999.
When was 1249 Watson Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 last sold and what was the last sale price?1249 Watson Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 was last sold in 04/08/2024 for $1,310,000.
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Access detailed property tax data for 1249 Watson Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Tax information included: property tax, market value and assessed value, exemptions, abatements, and assessment history.
| Tax year: | 2025-2026 |
| Base tax | $13,999 |
| Current property tax | $13,926 |
| Market value | $1,336,200 |
Abatements, financial assistance programs and non-ad valorem taxes levied as special taxes/direct assessments are applicable for this property.
| Description | Special assessment | Phone number |
|---|---|---|
| Mosq,fire ant assmt | Register | (800) 273-5167 |
| MWD water stdby CHG | Register | (866) 807-6864 |
| Oc san regional sewer fee | Register | (714) 593-7281 |
| Sanitary asmt | Register | (949) 645-8400 |
| Trash disposal fee | Register | (949) 645-8400 |
Here's the assessment & property tax history for 1249 Watson Avenue, Costa Mesa, including the evolution of the total tax rate and corresponding property tax.
| Year | Assessment value | Total tax rate | Property tax | Year over year change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | $1,336,200 | 1.0477 | $13,999 | +39.68% |
| 2024-2025 | $952,500 | 1.0522 | $10,022 | +278.82% |
| 2023-2024 | $252,377 | 1.0483 | $2,646 | +1.66% |
| 2022-2023 | $247,429 | 1.0518 | $2,602 | +1.98% |
| 2021-2022 | $242,578 | 1.0521 | $2,552 | +0.96% |
The complete history of permits filed for 1249 Watson Avenue, Costa Mesa, including new construction or demolition permits, plus any work pertaining to plumbing, heating and sprinkler systems is available with a free account. Available data goes back to 1990.
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| FEMA flood zone(s) | X (See more on map) |
| Fire hazard zone | See more on map |
| Faults and tsunami inundation zone map | Register |
| Landslides and liquefaction map | Register |
Access the detailed traffic volume map for 1249 Watson Avenue, Costa Mesa to see estimated average daily traffic on streets surrounding the property as well as the types of properties in its vicinity.
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| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Christian Montessori Academy | NR | Private | PK-6 | 86 | 0.17 |
| International Christian Montessori Academy | NR | Private | PK-6 | 86 | 0.17 |
| International Christian Montessori Academy Of Costa Mesa | NR | Private | PK-6 | 128 | 0.17 |
| International Christian Montessori Academy Of Costa Mesa | NR | Private | PK-6 | 128 | 0.17 |
| Montessori Christian School | NR | Private | PK-6 | 130 | 0.17 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. John The Baptist Elementary School | NR | Private | K-8 | 453 | 0.56 |
| Costa Mesa High School | 6 | Public | 7-12 | 1,776 | 0.73 |
| Bright Hall Academy | NR | Private | 2-12 | 0 | 0.78 |
| Charles W. Tewinkle Middle School | 6 | Public | 7-8 | 506 | 0.94 |
| Kline School | NR | Private | K-8 | 42 | 0.94 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Mesa High School | 6 | Public | 7-12 | 1,776 | 0.73 |
| Bright Hall Academy | NR | Private | 2-12 | 0 | 0.78 |
| Coastline Rop School | NR | Public | 9-12 | 0 | 0.87 |
| The Hope Institute, Inc. | NR | Private | 7-12 | 0 | 0.96 |
| Early College High School | 10 | Public | 9-12 | 201 | 1.02 |
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Here are the neighbors for 1249 Watson Avenue, Costa Mesa.
| Address | Square feet | Purchase date | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3008 Fernheath Ln, Costa Mesa | 1,917 | 08/06/1998 | $224,000 |
| 1286 Watson Ave, Costa Mesa | 1,276 | 02/24/2004 | $535,000 |
| 1250 Baker St, Costa Mesa | 1,177 | 08/06/2009 | $420,000 |
| 3026 Fernheath Ln, Costa Mesa | 1,440 | 07/18/2013 | |
| 3012 Fernheath Ln, Costa Mesa | 1,616 | 08/25/2015 | |
| 1283 Conway Ave, Costa Mesa | 1,263 | 09/17/2020 | |
| 1278 Watson Ave, Costa Mesa | 1,276 | 06/27/2006 | |
| 1287 Conway Ave, Costa Mesa | 1,238 | 10/27/2021 | |
| 1274 Watson Ave, Costa Mesa | 1,250 | 01/15/2021 | |
| 3007 Loren Ln, Costa Mesa | 1,897 | 07/29/2015 | |
| 3008 Murray Ln, Costa Mesa | 1,250 | 07/27/2023 | |
| 3002 Fernheath Ln, Costa Mesa | 1,177 | 02/08/2022 | |
| 1270 Watson Ave, Costa Mesa | 1,177 | 10/20/2021 | |
| 3034 Fernheath Ln, Costa Mesa | 1,178 | 06/28/2021 | |
| 1282 Watson Ave, Costa Mesa | 1,614 | 01/23/2002 | |
| 3002 Murray Ln, Costa Mesa | 1,276 | 09/14/2012 | |
| 1264 Watson Ave, Costa Mesa | 1,276 | 10/01/2015 | |
| 3018 Fernheath Ln, Costa Mesa | 1,498 | 03/12/2025 | |
| 1255 Watson Ave, Costa Mesa | 2,061 | 03/30/2026 | |
| 1279 Conway Ave, Costa Mesa | 1,242 | 02/24/2023 |