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Costa Mesa, CA

Costa Mesa, CA real estate.

Costa Mesa sits between Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, and Santa Ana. It is home to South Coast Plaza, the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, and the OC Fair & Event Center, with a mix of single-family homes, condos, and townhomes.

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Costa Mesa at a glance

  • Single-family neighborhoods plus condos and townhomes.
  • Close to the coast and to central Orange County jobs.
  • Served by the I-405, SR-55, and SR-73.

What to know

Housing mix

Older single-family homes, newer small-lot homes, condos, and townhomes offer a wide range of price points.

Updates and lot size

Remodels, lot size, and whether a home has been rebuilt drive much of the price difference between nearby homes.

HOAs

Many condos and newer communities have HOAs. Review dues, rules, and reserves before you buy.

Questions worth asking

  • What have similar homes nearby sold for recently?
  • Is the home in an HOA, and what does it cover?
  • Are past additions permitted?

Frequently asked questions

Where is Costa Mesa?

In central coastal Orange County, between Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Fountain Valley, and Santa Ana.

What types of homes are in Costa Mesa?

Single-family homes, condos, townhomes, and some small multi-unit properties.

Which freeways serve Costa Mesa?

The I-405, SR-55, and SR-73.

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Ben V. Cat, California real estate salesperson DRE #02030696 and mortgage loan originator NMLS #1597078, licensed under Century Financial Group, Corp. (DRE #01930905). Educational information only; not legal, tax, or financial advice. Contact: (714) 409-9159.