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Villa Siena
Costa Mesa, California, 92626
1 Bedroom$1,356 - $1,386
2 Bedrooms$1,527 - $1,666
3 Bedrooms$1,879 - $1,934
Villa Venetia
Costa Mesa, California, 92626
Studio/1 Bedroom$1,260 - $1,725
2 Bedrooms$1,870 - $2,120
3 Bedrooms$2,580 - $2,715
Mediterranean Village
Costa Mesa, California, 92626
1 Bedroom$1,241 - $1,546
2 Bedrooms$1,507 - $2,192
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If you are a family and need a roomy apartment in Costa Mesa there are a variety of places - the winter is particularly beautiful but regardless of when you are looking to move, Costa Mesa's apartments are available in every price range all year round. You can easily find family friendly apartments in Costa Mesa using MyNewPlace and searching for apartment amenities like a short term lease.
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Household Income
Household Income City State City Compared to State Less than $10,000 6.0% 8.4% -2.4% $10,000 to $14,999 4.4% 5.6% -1.2% $15,000 to $19,999 4.5% 5.6% -1.1% $20,000 to $24,999 5.7% 5.8% -0.1% $25,000 to $29,999 5.1% 5.7% -0.6% $30,000 to $34,999 6.2% 5.7% +0.5% $35,000 to $39,999 6.4% 5.4% +1.0% $40,000 to $44,999 5.3% 5.2% +0.1% $45,000 to $49,999 5.5% 4.6% +0.9% $50,000 to $59,999 9.5% 8.6% +0.9% $60,000 to $74,999 13.0% 10.6% +2.4% $75,000 to $99,999 12.5% 11.5% +1.0% $100,000 to $124,999 6.5% 6.8% -0.3% $125,000 to $149,999 3.8% 3.6% +0.2% $150,000 to $199,999 3.1% 3.3% -0.2% $200,000 or more 2.6% 3.6% -1.0% -
Cost of Living
Share of Household Income Spent on Rent City State City Compared to State Less than 10.0% 3.6% 4.8% -1.2% 10.0% to 14.9% 10.2% 9.8% +0.4% 15.0% to 19.9% 14.3% 13.6% +0.7% 20.0% to 24.9% 15.9% 13.1% +2.8% 25.0% to 29.9% 11.8% 11.0% +0.8% 30.0% to 34.9% 9.0% 8.2% +0.8% 35.0% to 39.9% 5.5% 5.9% -0.4% 40.0% to 49.9% 8.0% 8.0% +0.0% 50.0% or more 18.2% 20.2% -2.0% Not computed 3.6% 5.4% -1.8% -
Age Demographic of Renters
Age Demographic of Renters City State City Compared to State 15 to 24 years 9.4% 9.6% -0.2% 25 to 34 years 35.5% 29.3% +6.2% 35 to 44 years 26.6% 25.8% +0.8% 45 to 54 years 15.1% 16.5% -1.4% 55 to 64 years 6.2% 8.0% -1.8% 65 to 74 years 3.5% 5.3% -1.8% 75 to 84 years 2.7% 4.0% -1.3% 85 years and over 1.0% 1.6% -0.6% -
Travel Time to Work
Travel Time to Work City State City Compared to State Less than 30 minutes 43.5% 30.9% +12.6% 30 to 44 minutes 23.7% 24.5% -0.8% 45 to 59 minutes 9.6% 13.8% -4.2% 60 or more minutes 23.2% 30.8% -7.6%
Source: 2000 Census
Costa Mesa, California
This thriving town of just under 110,000 people is a focal point of Orange County.Originally, Spanish missionaries built a small way station used by cattle herders and, by the 1880s, it began to grow. First as an agricultural area known for its orchards and during World War II as the site of Santa Ana Air Base, a key point for the war in the Pacific.
Today, the city's economy is formed by some light industrial manufacturing but mostly by the famous South Coast Plaza Shopping Center, which is one of the largest retail sales sites in the U.S. Costa Mesa is a very good example of Southern California coastal lifestyle.
Since the city's border are only one mile from the Pacific, it enjoys a smaller town atmosphere while sandwiched between the huge cities of Los Angeles and San Diego. In searching for your Costa Mesa apartment, you'll find a city of both the old and the new.
County Fair
Aside from being near the ocean, there's plenty to do in Costa Mesa. The Performing Arts Center is rich in both symphonic music and opera. The repertory theatre has very good performances. The annual Orange County Fair is a huge event which harkens back to the city's agrarian roots as well as providing enormous entertainment. You'll find many parks maintained by the city, golf courses, and, of course, very good libraries.It's truly a city aimed at providing an easy lifestyle.Steak and Tacos
Eating out in Costa Mesa is a treat. The city boasts one of the best steakhouses in Orange County, Mastro's, which gets rave reviews from locals and tourists alike. Taco Mesa is a local favorite. It is housed in an old Taco Bell but the food is far from fast food. Sit outside and enjoy their blackened shrimp.
There's a very good selection of all different Asian style foods around town too. No doubt, there'll be a good one near your new Costa Mesa apartment.
Dance Till the Wee Hours
Nightlife can range from bars with peanut shells on the floor to upscale, chic nightclubs. The neighborhood around your Costa Mesa apartment will have great every day types of places but once settled you'll want to check out places like Sutra. It has both dinner and dancing.
Club Vegas is modeled after clubs in its namesake and is one of the hottest places in town on weekends. Or if you are a night owl, try the Shark Club where dancing goes on until 3 a.m. Costa Mesa is great!
Average Apartment Rent in Costa Mesa, California
| # Bedrooms | Jan | Dec | Nov | 3 Month % change |
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| Studio | $1,316 | $1,391 | $1,538 | -14.4% |
| 1 Bed | $1,519 | $1,549 | $1,577 | -3.7% |
| 2 Bed | $1,781 | $1,848 | $1,992 | -10.6% |
| 3 Bed | $2,217 | $2,168 | $2,363 | -6.2% |
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Apartments in Costa Mesa have competitive rents so be sure to use our apartment finder to get the best deal. In November the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Costa Mesa apartment cost $1,577. If you need a roommate, try finding a 2 bedroom apartment rental. An average 2 bedroom Costa Mesa apartment was $1,992 in November. The average apartment rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in November was $2,363. Start your apartment search by checking out some of the Costa Mesa rentals listed below.Popular Costa Mesa Apartments Searches
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How far is the airport from downtown Costa Mesa and can I get there easily and cheaply?
John Wayne airport is just four miles from Costa Mesa so even a cab ride will be short and probably around $10. There are some buses and shuttles that run there from certain areas of town so if you're near one of them, you can get to the airport even more cheaply. LAX is 35 miles away, and the best bet is to take a shuttle from John Wayne.
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Are there any good places for brunch in Mesa Verde?
With an old-fashioned kitschy décor and loads of character all its own, Mesa Verde's Costa Mesa Omelet Parlor is the local hotspot to hit up for brunch. Located on East 17th Street, the Omelet Parlor is a Costa Mesa Institution, renowned for the fast and friendly service, and huge portions of delectable breakfast fare. Every meal is served with a side of fresh fruit and a scrumptious English muffin with apple butter. Enjoy a South Coast Finest omelet- stuffed with bacon, avocado, and cheese, and pair it with a glass of Omelet Parlor's fresh squeezed o.j.
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I've got dogs. What are the best places in Costa Mesa for being outdoors with pets?
The best place to be outdoors with dogs in Costa Mesa is, undoubtedly, the Costa Mesa Bark Park. Featuring two full acres, a double-gated entrance, trees, benches, water dispensers, dog waste bags, and restroom facilities, CMBP is a fenced off-leash park in the City of Costa Mesa. It also has a separate section for small, elderly, and disabled dogs. There are a number of other non-dog-specific parks in Costa Mesa, but your pets must be kept on a leash.
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Are there local sporting events in Costa Mesa?
Yes. The week-long US Open of Surfing takes place every summer in nearby Huntington Beach, California. For land-based sporting events, Los Angeles is located 50 minutes northwest of Costa Mesa. Los Angeles is home to several professional sports teams, including the Los Angeles Dodgers of Major League Baseball, the Los Angeles Kings of the National Hockey League, the Los Angeles Clippers and Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association, and the Los Angeles Sparks of the Women's National Basketball Association. For Major League Soccer, the Los Angeles Galaxy and Club Deportivo Chivas USA are based in nearby Carson, California.
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How much are utilities in Costa Mesa?
Utilities in Costa Mesa won't change too drastically from season to season because of the area's temperate climate. That said, a family of three should expect to pay an average of about $300 per month. This number includes trash and sewage, which is billed as a utility. This figure also depends upon your proximity to the coast, your family size, and the size of your home. As a general rule, people who live in coastal or near-coastal cities tend to pay less for cooling than do those who live more inland. Heating expenses are usually not much of an issue since there are few months when you really need to turn on the furnace; and then, it's typically at night.
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Do most people in Costa Mesa rely on public transportation?
74 percent of Costa Mesa residents drives a private automobile to get to and from work every day, while just under 6 percent uses mass transit for the same purpose. That number, however, is 91 percent greater than the California average and 156 percent greater than the national average. Costa Mesa is served by the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA), which operates several bus lines in the area.