Costa Mesa Estate & Art District Living
Living in Costa Mesa, California
Costa Mesa is a vibrant, centrally located Orange County city known as the county's arts and culture hub. A day might include browsing South Coast Plaza, catching a performance at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts or having dinner along 17th Street or in the SoBeCa district. With Newport Beach just a five-minute drive away, Costa Mesa pairs coastal proximity and urban energy with a more attainable price point.
Find Your Place in Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa's neighborhoods each have their own character. Eastside offers walkable, tree-lined streets near 17th Street dining, while Mesa Verde is an established, golf-adjacent neighborhood with larger lots. South Coast Metro brings condos and towers close to the arts and shopping, and mid-century favorites like Halecrest and Mesa del Mar offer a strong community feel. Westside/SoBeCa adds a revitalized arts district with lofts and creative spaces. Beyond the neighborhoods, TeWinkle and Fairview Parks, the Orange County Fair and a nationally recognized food-and-drink scene fill out everyday life.
Homes range from condos to renovated single-family homes, along with classic mid-century pockets and newer developments. Finding the right fit may come down to your preferred neighborhood, walkability, lot size or school boundaries, since the Newport-Mesa Unified School District serves the city and boundaries can influence home values. With limited inventory, well-located, updated homes continue to draw strong demand.
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Based in Laguna Beach, Main Beach Realty helps clients navigate Orange County real estate with local insight and personal attention. Whether you're buying, selling, looking for a rental or seeking property management in Costa Mesa, our team is here to help.
Costa Mesa at a Glance
Population — Approximately 110,000
Median Home Price — Approximately $1.48M
Median Days on Market — 50 days
Active Listings — Approximately 138
School District — Newport-Mesa Unified
ZIP Codes — 92626 and 92627
Explore Costa Mesa Neighborhoods
Eastside Costa Mesa — Walkable, tree-lined streets near 17th Street dining give Eastside a lively neighborhood feel, with a mix of cottages, updated homes and newer builds.
Mesa Verde — An established, golf-adjacent neighborhood known for its larger lots.
South Coast Metro — Condos and towers sit close to South Coast Plaza and the Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
Halecrest — Family-friendly mid-century homes and a community pool define this neighborhood.
College Park — A quiet, central neighborhood near Vanguard University.
Mesa del Mar — A sought-after mid-century tract with a strong sense of community.
Westside / SoBeCa — A revitalized arts district with lofts and creative spaces.
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