Costa Mesa Real Estate

Why Costa Mesa

Costa Mesa is known for the Segerstrom Center for the Arts (concert hall, South Coast Repertory, Samueli Theater), South Coast Plaza shopping, and the Noguchi sculpture garden (California Scenario). Newport-Mesa Unified schools serve the area. The city blends suburban neighborhoods with urban-style dining and entertainment along Bristol and South Coast.

Living in Costa Mesa

Residents use I-405 and SR-55 for commutes; OCTA bus service and proximity to John Wayne Airport (SNA) support travel. Housing ranges from established neighborhoods to newer condos and townhomes. For current median sale price, days on market, and rental trends, use licensed MLS or an authorized vendor and cite the reporting period on the page.

Things to Do in Costa Mesa

Parks, recreation, and attractions in the area.

• Segerstrom Center for the Arts — Concert hall, South Coast Repertory, Samueli Theater, Argyros Plaza
• South Coast Plaza — Major shopping, dining, luxury retail
• California Scenario (Noguchi Garden) — Sculpture garden by Isamu Noguchi
• Orange County Fairgrounds — Fair, events, Pacific Amphitheatre
• City libraries, parks — Donald Dungan Library, Mesa Verde Library, community parks

Costa Mesa Real Estate at a Glance

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Costa Mesa offers single-family, condos, and townhomes. Owner-occupied rate is lower than many OC cities; rental and buyer demand are both strong. Display current metrics and methodology note in HTML.

Population and Demographics

As of Census estimates (see QuickFacts – Costa Mesa city, California), Costa Mesa had about 108,000+ residents. 18.9% under 18, 13.0% 65+. Median household income and owner-occupied rate available in QuickFacts. Cite Census vintage on page.

Neighborhoods and ZIP Codes in Costa Mesa

Costa Mesa includes ZIP 92626 (City Hall: 77 Fair Drive), 92627, and adjacent areas. For planning and land use see city Community Development and planning pages.

Schools in Costa Mesa

Newport-Mesa Unified School District serves Costa Mesa (K–12). For official data use California School Dashboard. For third-party ratings use licensed display only.

Getting Around Costa Mesa

I-405, SR-55, SR-73. OCTA bus service. OCTA routes. John Wayne Airport (SNA): ocair.com.

City of Costa Mesa

• City Hall: 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
• Phone: 714-754-5000 (hotline 714-754-5100)
• Website: costamesaca.gov
• Contact: costamesaca.gov/community/about/contact-city-hall