Costa Mesa Neighborhood

Is Mesa del Mar a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe214

Medium119

Low184

Other1603

219 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape29

Child involved178

Assault33

Other14

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched to building number (number withheld) Slater Avenue near Hawthorne and Water Streets. Valley Truck 31 responded with district code 3320 Zulu.	Building 7, 10293 Slater Ave #202, Fountain Valley, CA 92708	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched near Orchard Drive at Riverside Drive, district 4028 Whiskey, with a bravo response on 3.5.	Orchard Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched near Zion Court at Columbia River Court involving Valley Engine 31 with a Bravo response.	Zion Ct, Fountain Valley, CA 92708	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, an automatic carbon monoxide alarm was reported at a residence near Vista Roma and Vista Del Oro in Newport Beach, with Engine 67 dispatched to the scene.	Vista Roma, Newport Beach, CA 92660	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are responding to a reported odor of gas outside a building near South Hickory Street in Santa Ana.	S Hickory St, Santa Ana, CA 92707	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency involving a toxic patient was reported near West Stanford Street. Fire unit Engine 77 was dispatched to the location.	W Stanford St, Santa Ana, CA 92704	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews respond to a reported automatic commercial fire alarm at a facility in the Newport Center area near San Clemente Drive and Santa Barbara Drive in Newport Beach.	San Clemente Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are dispatched to a possible commercial fire alarm activation at a facility near San Clemente Drive in Newport Beach.	San Clemente Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660	Fire
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a high-priority medical call was reported near Watermarke Place in Irvine, with Truck 4 responding under a Delta-level response code.	Watermarke Pl, Irvine, CA 92612	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducts a vehicle stop near Mooncrest Circle in Huntington Beach for possible registration issues involving at least one older Ford. Radio traffic also mentions another vehicle with registration in progress and a release of liability for a related party.	Mooncrest Cir, Huntington Beach, CA 92646	Traffic

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Median Home Price

$1,523,876

Average Rent

$3,081

Vacancy Rate

1.9%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Mesa del Mar is a suburban neighborhood in Costa Mesa, CA, known for its older, well-established homes mostly built between 1940 and 1969. The housing market is tight, with a low vacancy rate of 1.9%.

The neighborhood has a diverse community with a strong presence of sales and service workers and a significant share of residents commuting by bicycle, more than 97% of U.S. neighborhoods.

SuburbanOlder HomesLow VacancyHigh Bike Commute

Quick Facts

Bike Commute Rate	3.9%

Housing market and real estate character

Mesa del Mar's housing stock is dominated by medium to large single-family homes, mostly built during the Baby Boom era, with a balanced mix of owners and renters.

Owner Occupied Rate
Housing Type Mix	Medium to large single-family homes and small apartment buildings
Homes Built 1940-1969	84.6%

What buyers will notice right away

Most homes were built between 1940 and 1969, reflecting a well-established neighborhood character.

Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited housing supply.

Families & Lifestyle

Mesa del Mar offers a diverse community with a significant share of sales and service workers and a notable executive and professional presence.

Active Commuting — With 3.9% of residents biking to work, the neighborhood supports active lifestyles.

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	40.3%
Sales and Service Occupations	37.2%

Demographics

Upper-Middle Income	Higher income than 77.4% of U.S. neighborhoods
Child Poverty Rate	17.9%
Foreign Born Residents	31.1%
Top Languages	["English (53.7%)","Spanish","Vietnamese","Tagalog","Persian (1.2%)"]
Top Ancestries	["Mexican (38.8%)","German (13.0%)","Asian (10.5%)","Irish (5.1%)","English (3.7%)","Swiss (2.9%)","Iranian (0.9%)"]

Commute

Most residents have a moderate commute, with a strong reliance on private vehicles and a notable share biking to work.

Mesa del Mar residents benefit from shorter commutes and active transportation options uncommon in many U.S. neighborhoods.

Short Commutes — Nearly 40% commute between 15 and 30 minutes, shorter than average.

Active Transportation — High bike commuting rate supports healthier, eco-friendly travel.

Main Commute Time	15-30 minutes (39.9%)
Drive Alone Rate	61.6%
Carpool Rate	12.3%
Bike Commute Rate	3.9%

Homes for sale near 92626

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$2,099,000

5 bd | 3 ba | 2,375 sqft

937 Carnation Ave

Costa Mesa, CA, 92626