281 Mesa Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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$6,100/mo

Original price: $6,500
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,108 sqft

281 Mesa Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Attached Garage
No Pets
Dishwasher
Washer, Dryer
$6,500 deposit
Central & Central Air

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Very charming 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom + loft home in a quiet cul-de-sac in beautiful Eastside Costa Mesa. This lovely detached home features travertine floor throughout the first level, plantation shutters, a main floor bedroom, kitchen with breakfast nook, and an upstairs laundry room. The primary suite features double-door entry, oval soaking tub with separate shower stall, and a large walk-in closet. Both upper level bedrooms come with mirrored closet doors and balcony access overlooking the front yard. Attached two car garage has ample storage space. This pleasant home is centrally located and just across the street from the Santa Ana Country Club and near beautiful Upper Newport Bay.

Details for 281 Mesa Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Central
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Stone, Tile

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1999
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 24 monthsAvailable: nowDeposit: $6,500

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Attached Garage, On Site

Agent Information

Listing Agent
MLS/Source ID: WS26131731

Additional Information

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Costs and Fees

Required monthly rent & fees
  • Base rent
    $6,100/mo
Required one-time fees
  • Security deposit
    $6,500
  • Application fee
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  • Administrative fee
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Pricing is subject to change. All calculations are estimates and provided for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may include additional mandatory or optional fees. Please consult the community manager for a complete breakdown of all rental costs.
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Rental Market Trends in Costa Mesa

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$6,420/mo
Average rent
$3.28K
$81MoM
Available listings
241
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What Locals Say about Costa Mesa

At least 987 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 62 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 61 % Say parking is easy

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 54 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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  • 4qrsyhj9hv
    "I live here for almost 3 years the area is nice and quiet good neighborhood and clean air Newport Beach is close to my apartment and shops everything "
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  • 4qrsyhj9hv
    "I’m live in Costa Mesa since in 3 years the area is safe and Nighborhod is safe and close to Newport Beach and fun places "
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  • Kayla Marie
    "Public transit is amazing in this city, bus comes every 20 mins in most areas here (: Even riding my bike is a great way to get around, everything is super close and I have really enjoyed the mostly flat streets and bike lanes provided by the city"
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  • Luka J
    "Close to all freeways. My commute is only 12-18 minutes depending on traffic. Even with traffic I have access to backstreets if needed."
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  • Lyndsay Jackson
    "Eastside Costa Mesa is a family friendly neighborhood. Backbay is a good place to exercise and meet up with friends for a casual walk "
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  • ssbiken
    "It’s a safe neighborhood very nice community park.well lit has pool, tennis, racket ball courts clean bathrooms and out side shower after swimming in the pool to rinse off"
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  • Albert Luu
    "OC Fair holding events weekly and Segerstrom Performing Art Center having great events weekly. Also the availability of many restaurants all within a short drive. "
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  • Mrobbins055
    "It’s on the boarder of Newport and Costa Mesa and it feels very safe. I walk with my baby and dog daily."
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  • ssbiken
    "You can walk to the mall and grocery store if you wanted to.The bus is within walking distance. Nice area to live for people with children."
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  • Tina Gutierrez
    "I have a hybrid work schedule and am lucky enough to not have to commute on thee freeway unless I want to. "
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  • ssbiken
    "A well kept environment owner show that they are proud of their community. It is a great place to raise children, dog friendly and close to stores, restaurants, and local mall."
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  • Tina Gutierrez
    "A mix of old and new homes with generous sprinkles of rentals. Very walk-friendly with a neighborhood feel. Lots of spots to eat and grab drinks. "
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  • Trulia User
    "New development mixed with 1950-1960 older housing. Shaved driveways mixed with track homes. Good schools and well maintained parks."
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  • Trulia User
    "The back bay is by far the best benefit of living in this neighborhood. Lots of noise from the airport but you get used to it. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Everyone smiles as you walk by on the sidewalk. Very friendly people. Considerate neighbors. A few bad apples, but that’s everywhere. "
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  • Maria M.
    "Very important for parents to know that our neighborhoods are over populated and unfortunately we no longer have the the city of Costa Mesa code enforcement making sure codes are being enforced. To many fast food restaurants that people litter and drive very fast in residential areas. "
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  • Crashowe
    "Different styles of houses and different ethnicities , cozy home - some not too big or too new etc etc "
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  • Cristina
    "People walk their dogs all of the time. Poop bags available as well to keep the community clean. "
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  • Sheryldye
    "Great access to freeways and major roads . Less than 5 minutes to South Coast Plaza , movie theaters and multiple grocery stores . "
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  • Jimmy H.
    "Very centrally located, for shops, groceries, freeways and my work. I lived here on and off for many years. "
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  • Lauriehipp
    "My neighborhood provides great public access and well lit sidewalks. We have a well working traffic lights and signs for us to get directions. "
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  • Nicweinstein
    "Accessibility from residential to freeways, shops, ocean with lots of great hangs all close to each other!"
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  • Kym M.
    "OC Fair comes from July through August in the summertime. But Costa Mesa doesn’t really have a lot of community events. "
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  • Sarah T.
    "I live in a gated community and feel safer that way. I would say the surrounding apartments/neighborhoods aren’t as nice as my community but if you drive 2-3min in each direction it’s a lot nicer over there. Like that I’m only 15min away from the beach too"
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  • Cassandra M.
    "there are a lot of people who walk their dogs in this area - dogs of all sizes! There are not a ton of huge lawns. "
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  • Destiny
    "coyotes are a real big problem there are a lot of different sectors of Costa Mesa. mostly nice got families. "
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  • Amyshepherd
    "Dog parks could be better maintained, and area could be more dog friendly, but there have been improvements, more restaurants / business allow dogs"
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  • Destiny
    "mostly family oriented. certain neighborhoods get to know eachother more than others. not all neighborhoods are equal. all four corners are very different neighborhoods in their own special way."
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  • Mmhauser1
    "Limited sidewalks and lots of joggers/ walkers make it difficult during rush hour to pass other fellow walkers "
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  • Arutianr
    "There are a lot of events like concerts in the park, annual fish fry, and neighborhood gatherings to build community"
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  • Azucena R. G.
    "alot of the community around have dogs and plenty love to walk them around their neighborhoods theres also a dog park driving distance near that's on Newport boulevard going South bound by the fair grounds. just always remember to take ur goody bag with u in order to always pick up after ur canine. and always their water. "
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  • Diana L.
    "Nice close to john Wayne shopping malls everything Is Close by. Ppl are kind Trader Joe’s is up the block Bloomies is down the street and a lot of restaurants "
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  • Seanpatrick7
    "Lots of folks walking their dogs. However, sometimes there are liquor bottles, chicken bones, or other dangerous items on the sidewalks."
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  • Dan D.
    "Up and coming neighbored people are nice lots of good schools and restaurants . Beach close and good coastal breezes "
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  • Joelle S.
    "We’re right next to the OC fairgrounds. There’s always an event going on. It’s close to the freeway for travel. The location close to Back Bay which is great for walks or workouts. "
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  • Hookashley
    "The neighborhood has lots of local, walkable restaurants. Plus, many more opening every month... lots of growth here."
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  • Joannbkenyon
    "Great neighborhood but most parents take their kids to other schools in the Mesa Verde area. Great trick or treating. Great for walking and biking around. "
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  • dorothy p
    "orange county fair grounds, lots of churches, south coast plaza, orange coast college, triangle square entertainment center, the beaches."
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  • Jon D.
    "It’s great to walk your kids and your dogs in the evening but it doesn’t make sense not to pick up after your dog"
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  • Azucenagarcia8823
    "we have firefighters open houses, community events, womens community clubs, for 4th of july theres always local schools being represented. "
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 23, 2026
Source: CRMLS #WS26131731
PriceChange
$6,100
Price decreased by 6%
Jul 25, 2026
Source: CRMLS #WS26131731
PriceChange
$6,500
Price decreased by 5%
Jun 17, 2026
Source: CRMLS #WS26131731
Listed For Rent
$6,850
Jul 3, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$4,200
Mar 27, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$968,000
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Frequently asked questions about 281 Mesa Dr

  • What income do you need to rent 281 Mesa Dr?
    Most landlords look for monthly gross income of about 3× rent, or roughly $220K per year to rent 281 Mesa Dr in Costa Mesa, CA at $6,100/mo.
  • How does the rent for 281 Mesa Dr compare to similar 4+ bedroom houses in Costa Mesa?
    281 Mesa Dr in Costa Mesa, CA rents about 43% above the area average for 4+ bedroom houses in Costa Mesa ($4,275/mo).
  • What are the closest schools to 281 Mesa Dr?
    The closest schools to 281 Mesa Dr in Costa Mesa, CA are Heinz Kaiser Elementary School (rated 8/10), Horace Ensign Intermediate School (rated 9/10), Newport Harbor High School (rated 9/10).
  • What do residents say about Costa Mesa?
    Residents describe Costa Mesa, CA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA.
  • Does 281 Mesa Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 281 Mesa Dr in Costa Mesa, CA has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 281 Mesa Dr have a garage?
    Yes, 281 Mesa Dr in Costa Mesa, CA has an attached garage.

Affordability

TIP:Try to keep your rent within a third of your gross household income. Learn why in our Renter's Guide.
For this property
$219,600 PER YEAR
is the suggested income
Win over prospective landlords with your smart budgeting. As a good rule of thumb, ideally you would have at least three times your monthly rent in combined household income.

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281 Mesa Dr, Costa Mesa, CA is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,108 sqft single-family home built in 1999. 281 Mesa Dr was listed for rent for $6,100/month on Jun 17, 2026.