Independent escrow company · Serving Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa Escrow Company — Real Estate Escrow Services in Costa Mesa, CA
Costa Mesa mixes mid-century single-family neighborhoods with condos and townhomes near South Coast Metro. Cloud Escrow handles Costa Mesa purchases, sales, refinances and FSBO escrows from our office in neighboring Irvine.
- DFPI License #96DBO-80565
- 5.0★ Google rating
- Irvine office
- Independent
Real estate escrow services in Costa Mesa
Why choose an independent escrow company in Costa Mesa
- A neutral third party — not owned by a brokerage, lender, or builder.
- Licensed and examined by the DFPI, and a required member of the Escrow Agents' Fidelity Corporation (EAFC).
- Escrow is our only business.
Local escrow details for Costa Mesa
- Many Costa Mesa homes date from the 1950s and '60s and have been remodeled or expanded since. Buyers often check city permit records for additions and accessory dwelling units (ADUs) during their contingency period.
- Condos and townhomes come with HOA documents, transfer fees and a demand that we order at opening.
- Buying a 2–4 unit property: we collect leases, deposits and rent information so prorations and security-deposit credits are right on the settlement statement.
Neighborhoods we serve: Eastside Costa Mesa, Westside, Mesa Verde, College Park, Mesa del Mar, South Coast Metro
Recording: Orange County Clerk-Recorder
Costa Mesa escrow fees
| Seller | $0.00 per $1,000 · $0.00 Base |
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| Buyer | $3.00 per $1,000 · $300 Base |
| Refinance | $550 Flat Rate · Flat escrow fee |
| Commercial | Custom quote |
Other closing costs and service fees may apply.
Orange County's documentary transfer tax is $1.10 per $1,000 of the sale price, and Costa Mesa adds no city transfer tax.
Cloud Escrow reviews
"I am a busy Realtor and have dealt with Cloud Escrow, Inc. for at least 6 years. I would highly Recommend Angela Weng and her team for your escrow needs. They are reliable, answer the phone, and get the job done."
Joseph H.
Google review
"Highly recommend their professional escrow services for both sellers and buyers. Escrow officer Angela keeps everything on track with timely responses, great communication, and smooth coordination throughout the entire transaction."
Kai-Lun C.
Google review
5.0★ on Google
An escrow company near Costa Mesa
Our office is at 9205 Research Dr, Irvine, CA 92618 (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM). Sign at our office, or we'll send a mobile notary to your home or office in Costa Mesa. You can also open escrow online in under a minute.
Costa Mesa escrow FAQ
How long does escrow take in Costa Mesa?
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A standard purchase escrow usually closes in about 30 days, matching most California purchase contracts. Refinances typically take 21–30 days, and cash purchases can close in 10–14 days when title and disclosures are ready.
How do I choose the best escrow company in Costa Mesa?
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Check that the company is licensed by the California DFPI (you can look up the license on the DFPI website), compare published fees, read recent client reviews, and ask who will actually handle your file and how fast they respond. Cloud Escrow publishes its fees, is DFPI-licensed (#96DBO-80565), and is rated 5.0★ on Google.
Is there an escrow company near me in Costa Mesa?
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Cloud Escrow's office is at 9205 Research Dr in Irvine, and we handle escrows throughout Costa Mesa. Most of the process happens online, and a mobile notary can meet you locally for signing.
Does Costa Mesa charge a city transfer tax?
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No. Costa Mesa sales pay only Orange County's documentary transfer tax of $1.10 per $1,000.
How are tenant security deposits handled when I buy a Costa Mesa rental?
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The seller's tenant security deposits are usually credited to the buyer through escrow, along with prorated rent, so the buyer holds them going forward. The purchase agreement and rental documents set the exact amounts.
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