Downtown Costa Mesa

Costa Mesa, CA

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Downtown Costa Mesa - Costa Mesa, CA

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The delicious eats and coastal vibes are sure to lure you in

Urban Restaurants Upscale Coastal

Costa Mesa is nestled between Huntington Beach and Newport Beach, each boasting sandy shorelines along the Pacific Coast. Though Costa Mesa is not directly on the water, the city still offers beautiful views and nearby beaches. Downtown Costa Mesa is the city’s lively commercial district in Orange County, situated about 43 miles southeast of Downtown Los Angeles.

Charming local restaurants, shops, and community parks reside in and around town. Lions Park sits in the center of the neighborhood nearing State Route 55, offering an aquatic center, playground, and baseball field for community use.

Enjoy pristine oceanfront views from nearby West Newport Park along CA-1, or travel a little farther south to reach Newport Beach Pier. This scenic fishing spot has spectacular ocean and beachfront views near an abundance of local restaurants and shops. And the best part is, this bustling area is just five miles southwest of Downtown Costa Mesa!

Local restaurants are booming with delicious food and drinks—you’ll find great coffee and the best, most creative donuts at Sidecar off of East 17th Street. In more of a seafood mood? Downtown has you covered! Try Catalina Fish Kitchen, a longstanding seafood joint with a beachy atmosphere you’re sure to love.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Downtown Costa Mesa is $1,887 for a studio, $2,164 for one bedroom, $2,527 for two bedrooms, and $3,343 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Downtown Costa Mesa has increased by 1.7% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 421 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,887/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 649 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,164/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 864 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,527/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,167 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,343/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

87

Very Walkable

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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

40

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

69

Very Bikeable

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This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Environmental Nature Center
  • Castaways Park
  • Talbert Regional Park
  • Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve
  • ExplorOcean

Airports

  • John Wayne/Orange County
  • Long Beach (Daugherty Field)

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