Costa Mesa Neighborhood
Is Monticello Community 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
$1,034,451
Average Rent
$3,282
Vacancy Rate
4.8%
Overview
Monticello Community is a densely urban neighborhood in Costa Mesa, CA, with many small apartments and townhomes built mostly between 1970 and 1999. It has a high proportion of row houses and small living spaces.
The neighborhood is diverse linguistically and ethnically, with a significant share of residents born abroad and a strong presence of sales and service workers.
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Quick Facts
| Row Houses & Attached Homes | 26.4% |
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Housing market and real estate character
Monticello Community's housing is mostly small to medium apartments and townhomes, with a notable share of row houses and a high concentration of small units.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Housing Type Mix | Small to medium apartments, townhomes, and row houses |
| Homes Built 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
High proportion of row houses and small units distinguishes this neighborhood.
Vacancy rate below average indicates steady demand.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a diverse workforce with a balance of sales, executive, manufacturing, and clerical occupations.
Active Commuting — 2.7% of residents bike to work, higher than 95% of U.S. neighborhoods.
| Sales and Service Occupations | 32.7% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 30.9% |
Demographics
| Upper-Middle Income | Higher income than 65.0% of U.S. neighborhoods |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 25.4% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 33.5% |
| Top Languages | ["Spanish (44.4%)","English","Italian","Vietnamese","French","Greek (1.2%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Mexican (30.3%)","Asian (11.8%)","German (6.8%)","Italian (5.4%)","English (5.2%)","Eastern European (3.5%)","Croatian (0.8%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have moderate commutes and rely heavily on private vehicles, with some carpooling and a notable bike commuting rate.
Monticello Community residents enjoy shorter commutes and a strong car culture with some active transportation.
Short Commutes — Nearly half commute between 15 and 30 minutes.
Car-Dependent — Majority drive alone, with some carpooling and biking.
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes (45.7%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 72.7% |
| Carpool Rate | 9.4% |
| Bike Commute Rate | 2.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Monticello Community?
The median home price is $1,034,451, more expensive than 59.3% of California neighborhoods.
What types of homes are common in Monticello Community?
The neighborhood has many small apartments, townhomes, and a high share of row houses.