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Central Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa Communities 

Central Costa Mesa is one of five distinctive areas in Costa Mesa, Orange County, California.  Located in the center of Costa Mesa, Central Costa Mesa offers wonderful conveniences of downtown Costa Mesa.  The borders of Central Costa Mesa are on the north Baker Street, the south by Wilson Boulevard, the east by the 55 Freeway and on the west by Harbor Boulevard.  Costa Mesa is made up of approximately 22 different neighborhoods, including the College Park group.  The College Park neighborhoods are one the first master planned communities in Costa Mesa.  In addition to the College Park Collection, there are several other neighborhoods of condos, townhouses and single family residences to choose from.  The Central Costa Mesa section is home to some of the city’s largest business and industry. Central Costa Mesa is home to the City of Costa Mesa government offices located on Fair Drive directly across the street from the Orange County Fair Grounds. The Orange County Fair is world famous and brings 1,000,000 visitors annually to the Costa Mesa area. In addition to the fair, there is also a summer concert series held here. Central Costa Mesa is home to the Orange Coast College, known locally as the OCC, which serves 24,000 students and faculty each year.

Important to new residents are the many local parks and recreational areas in Central Costa Mesa.  The Tewinkle Park is not only adjacent to the Costa Mesa Fairgrounds; it will be the home of a Field of Dreams.  A Field of Dreams will be a new little league complex. In addition to the baseball complex, Tewinkle Park includes a large lake, which is home to many species of birds and ducks. The Costa Mesa Tennis Center is housed at Tewinkle Park, and hosts professional tournaments each year. The Costa Mesa Farm Sports Complex was built in the early 2000’s and is known locally as the “The Farm.”  This is a public general use park, which is mainly used by the city’s soccer programs and the city’s flag football programs.

Central Costa Mesa is located in the center of Costa Mesa proper; it is bordered by Baker Street on the north, Wilson Boulevard on the south, the 55 Freeway on the east and Harbor Boulevard on the west. Central Costa Mesa residents have easy access to all the wonderful conveniences of downtown Costa Mesa. There are 22 different neighborhoods in Central Costa Mesa, including the popular College Park Collection. There are single family neighborhoods, townhouse communities and condos to choose from. Central Costa Mesa is home to many of the city’s largest business and industry. The Costa Mesa city governmental offices are located in Central Costa Mesa on Fair Drive, directly across from the world famous Orange County Fairgrounds. The fairgrounds host the county fair, a summer concert series and a large array of other events throughout the year. For residents there many local parks scattered throughout Central Costa Mesa. Tewinkle Park is adjacent to the Costa Mesa Fairgrounds and is home to the Field of Dreams, little league complex and Costa Mesa Tennis Center. The Costa Mesa Farms Sports Complex is also in Central Costa Mesa, providing residents with both the city’s soccer programs and flag football programs.

Central Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa

2214 Rutgers Drive, Costa Mesa image
2214 Rutgers Drive, Costa Mesa $1,600,000

Pleased to present the opportunity to acquire Rutgers Apartments, a well-maintained pride of ownership apartment building located in the heart of Costa Mesa. This propert...

  • PW22096374 MLS
  • Active Status
2742 Portola Drive, Costa Mesa image
2742 Portola Drive, Costa Mesa $1,489,000

Gracing a large parcel of just over 10,500 square feet and located on one of Mesa Del Mar's more secluded streets, this tastefully appointed natural light-filled home off...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • LG22082452 MLS
  • Active Under Contract Status
2327 Rutgers Drive, Costa Mesa image
2327 Rutgers Drive, Costa Mesa $1,458,000

Welcome and enjoy this gorgeous home that is truly the California lifestyle. This home has great curb appeal with new landscape and hardscape from the curb to the back ya...

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • NP22103686 MLS
  • Active Status
2746 De Soto Avenue, Costa Mesa image
2746 De Soto Avenue, Costa Mesa $1,325,000

It’s the one you’ve been waiting for…a gorgeously remodeled open-concept single-story house in the heart of Mesa Del Mar. As you walk into this light and airy home you wi...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • OC22110295 MLS
  • Active Status
2508 cornerstone lane, Costa Mesa image
2508 cornerstone lane, Costa Mesa $1,300,000

Golf course view, turnkey, remodeled, and centrally located in Costa Mesa in the gated community of Cornerstone! This 3 Bedroom + LOFT home, 2.5 Bath end unit, with a pri...

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • WS22080183 MLS
  • Active Under Contract Status
2829 La Salle Avenue, Costa Mesa image
2829 La Salle Avenue, Costa Mesa $1,299,990

Single level four bedroom home on large corner lot. Freshly painted interior, new flooring, new appliances in kitchen. Open great room concept with fireplace. Four spa...

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • NP22112769 MLS
  • Active Status
2119 Thurin Street, Costa Mesa image
2119 Thurin Street, Costa Mesa $1,249,000

Nestled in Costa Mesa with coveted Newport Beach just minutes away, this oh-so-charming hidden gem awaits a new lucky owner! 2119 Thurin Street is a perfect mix of class...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • PW22112662 MLS
  • Active Status
2272 Colgate Drive, Costa Mesa image
2272 Colgate Drive, Costa Mesa $1,235,000 ▼

Excellent opportunity to own this large three bed with a large family room, two bath Costa Mesa home located in a prime College Park neighborhood. This beautiful, freshly...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • PW22091161 MLS
  • Active Status
795 Presidio Drive, Costa Mesa image
795 Presidio Drive, Costa Mesa $1,199,000

Don't miss this opportunity to own this beautiful home located in the highly desirable neighborhood of Mesa Del Mar! Very private with only one neighbor! This single stor...

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • PW22096367 MLS
  • Active Status
2741 San Juan Lane, Costa Mesa image
2741 San Juan Lane, Costa Mesa $1,199,000

You couldn’t hand pick a better location for this Mesa Del Mar, 4 bedroom, single-story home. Nestled in the middle of the neighborhood and offering a very versatile floo...

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • OC22071229 MLS
  • Active Under Contract Status
2123 Parsons Street, Costa Mesa image
2123 Parsons Street, Costa Mesa $1,099,000 ▼

Recently remodeled home in the heart of Costa Mesa. This single level home located on a cul-de-sac will take your breath away. As you enter the home you will notice the L...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • OC22096990 MLS
  • Active Under Contract Status
442 Bryson Springs, Costa Mesa image
442 Bryson Springs, Costa Mesa $550,000

Tucked quietly in the back of the resort-style community of Brighton Springs, your little slice of everyday paradise awaits. Surrounded by palms, well manicured landscape...

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • OC22045924 MLS
  • Active Under Contract Status
413 Bryson Springs, Costa Mesa image
413 Bryson Springs, Costa Mesa $464,000 ▼

This perfectly upgraded townhome in Costa Mesa is ready for its new owners and priced to sell fast!! A better LOCATION would be hard to find! This tranquil location does ...

  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • OC22062976 MLS
  • Active Under Contract Status
409 Brighton Springs, Costa Mesa image
409 Brighton Springs, Costa Mesa $459,000 ▼

Great lower unit with no one in the front. There is guest parking across the unit. NEW PAINT AND NEW QUARTZ WILL BE INSTALLED THIS WEEK.

  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • DW22097435 MLS
  • Active Status

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With five city sections and a vast amount of neighborhoods to choose from, the Franco Team of real estate professionals will successfully guide you through buying and selling process. The five distinctive sections of Costa Mesa include: Central Costa Mesa, Eastside Costa Mesa, Mesa Verde, South Coast Metro and Southwest Costa Mesa. Homes prices in Costa Mesa generally range from 250,000 dollars to 1.5 million dollars. Homes values are based on such property features as views, location, city location, lot size, house specifics and much more. The views available in Costa Mesa homes include Back Bay, bluffs and surrounding mountain views.

Costa Mesa has a rich academic history. There are multiple colleges located within the city, such as Orange Coast College, Coastline Community College, Vanguard University, National University and Whittier Law School. Coast Mesa is part of the distinguished Newport-Mesa Unified School District. There are 22 elementary schools, two middle schools; Tewinkle Middle School and Costa Mesa Middle School and two high schools; Costa Mesa High School and Estancia High School. Also within Costa Mesa borders are three alternative high schools; Back Bay High School, Monte Vista High School and Coastline Early College High School. There are an additional 23 private schools which serve 3,600 students. These schools include but are not limited to Christ Lutheran School, Grace Education, John Bunyan Academy, Kline School and Page Private School.

With gorgeous weather year round, it is no wonder that Costa Mesa is home to large array of outdoor activities. There are 28 community parks and two municipal golf courses for residents to enjoy. The Costa Mesa Tennis Center is a popular recreational area. Fairview Park hosts many summertime festivals and a summer concert series, in addition to being a wildlife and nature preserve. The city has many miles of trails winding through it for walking, biking, hiking and horseback riding.