Costa Mesa, California, is located in Orange County. The city is located just one mile from the Pacific Ocean and covers 16 square miles. It has a population of about 110,000, evolving from and early farming community of 15,000. The city is known for its eclectic dining scene and was recently named by Rand/McNally and USA Today as the best small town for restaurants west of the Mississippi River.
Costa Mesa is bordered to the east by John Wayne Airport and Newport Back Bay Estuary, to the north by Santa Ana, and to the south by Newport Mesa and Newport Beach.
Costa Mesa Homes for Sale and Real Estate
Most of the housing available in Costa Mesa was built relatively recently as a result of a strong local economy that has attracted new residents. While housing prices in Costa Mesa are relatively high, they are somewhat low compared to other affluent communities in California.
The city offers a wide variety of single family homes and luxury condos, especially around the South Coast Plaza area, a high end retail shopping destination. More traditional California ranch style homes can be found on the east side of the city.
Costa Mesa Neighborhoods
Costa Mesa is divided into many neighborhoods, each of which varies in style from a simply village atmosphere to a luxury planned community. Neighborhoods include:
Canyon Park / Fairview Park
Central Mesa Verde
College Park
Eastside Costa Mesa
Greenbrook
Halecrest
Lower Birds
Mesa Del Mar
Mesa Verde North
Providence Park
Rancho Mesa
Sea Bluff Canyon
South Coast Metro
Vendome HOA
Westside Costa Mesa
Wimbledon Village
Costa Mesa Economy and Employment Opportunities
The local economy in Costa Mesa is dependent upon retail and services. South Coast Plaza is a luxury shopping center that is the center of commercial activity in town. It has among the highest volume of sales of regional shopping centers in the country, generating more than one billion dollars a year. In addition to retail, there is industrial manufacturing in the city which is home to some electronics, pharmaceuticals and plastics firms. The top employers in Costa Mesa are:
Costa Mesa offers residents and visitors many recreational and cultural activities, seasonal and special events and local points of interest including:
Costa Mesa can be accessed by SR 73 and SR 55 (the Costa Mesa Freeway). I-405 also runs through the city. Bus service is provided by Orange County Transportation Authority. The city provides bike lanes on most major streets, making this an excellent way to get around town. The nearest airport is John Wayne Airport.
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Costa Mesa real estate offices
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Marovish Properties
2441 Duke Place
Costa Mesa, CA
949-466-7460 Realtors & Staff
Daniel T. Morgan
2424 Andover
Costa Mesa, CA
949-413-0912 Realtors & Staff
Celtic Financial Inc.
1055 El Camino Dr Ste. B
Costa Mesa, CA
949-478-1447 Realtors & Staff
Professional Home REALTORS
1072 S.E Bristol St.# 206
Costa Mesa, CA
714-556-4430 Realtors & Staff
Veranda Homes Realty
1525 Mesa Verde E #210
Costa Mesa, CA
949-566-8675 Realtors & Staff
Veranda Homes Realty
1525 Mesa Verde E. #210
Costa Mesa, CA
949-566-8675 Realtors & Staff
Port Realty
15255 Mesa Verde Dr E #204
Costa Mesa, CA
714-444-3499 Realtors & Staff
Weichman Associates-REALTORS
1503 South Coast Dr No. 130
Costa Mesa, CA
714-444-4663 Realtors & Staff
Heather Reeves, Broker
1525 Mesa Verde Dr #E
Costa Mesa, CA
949-939-2584 Realtors & Staff
J.D. Real Estate
3250 Cadillac Ave. Ste B
Costa Mesa, CA
714-751-2787 Realtors & Staff
