Oceanside, CA Neighborhood

Is Mira Costa a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe139

Medium58

Low387

Other1655

179 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape30

Child involved132

Assault27

Other19

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, emergency crews were dispatched to a mobile home park in Vista for a possible heart-related medical problem involving a patient at a specific space within the park.	N Melrose Dr Spc 6, Vista, CA 92083	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical crews report a 40-year-old man who appears intoxicated after an apparent fall on a sidewalk, with head pain, a cut lip, a bruised eye, and controlled bleeding, being transported to a hospital with a short estimated arrival time.	Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92056	Substance Use
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, there was a suspected fall at a senior living facility near Cannon Road. Emergency services responded with engine and BLS units; one ambulance unit was canceled.	Cannon Rd, Oceanside, CA 92056	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units responded to a reported traffic collision on westbound Highway 78 west of Sycamore Avenue in Vista.	CA-78, Vista, CA	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a yellow vehicle on Cass Street just west of Interstate 5. A records check on the driver reportedly showed a valid license with no prior record.	I-5, Oceanside, CA	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers followed a suspected vehicle from the area of Harvard Drive and conducted a traffic stop near Cassidy Street and Oceanside Boulevard in Oceanside, with radio reports later indicating the situation was code 4 on the southbound I-5 Cassidy off-ramp.	Cassidy St, Oceanside, CA 92054	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medic 18 was requested on channel 70 for a medical incident near Brown Street. The exact medical complaint is unclear but a real response was referenced.	Brown St, Oceanside, CA 92056	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units were dispatched to a possible overdose at a location on North Santa Fe Avenue in Vista.	N Santa Fe Ave, Vista, CA 92083	Substance Use
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units respond to a possible stroke at a residence near Blue Sky Lane in Oceanside.	Blue Sky Ln, Oceanside, CA 92056	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a memory care facility near Devon Place in Vista for a reported heart problem. A medic unit was assigned to handle the call while another unit was canceled.	Devon Pl, Vista, CA 92084	Medical Emergency

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Median Home Price

$927,990

Average Rent

$4,695

Vacancy Rate

1.6%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Mira Costa is a suburban neighborhood in Oceanside, California, known for its established housing stock primarily built between 1970 and 1999.

The median home price is $927,990, higher than over half of California neighborhoods, with average rents at $4,695, placing it among the pricier rental markets in the state.

SuburbanEstablished HomesDiverse Community

Quick Facts

Suburban Neighborhood	Yes

Housing market and real estate character

Mira Costa's housing market consists mainly of medium to large single-family homes built mostly between 1970 and 1999, with a balanced mix of owners and renters.

Homes Built 1970-1999	88.7%
Owner vs Renter Mix	Mixed ownership and rental

What buyers will notice right away

Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, giving the neighborhood a consistent look and feel.

Low vacancy rate indicates strong demand and limited availability.

Families & Lifestyle

Mira Costa offers a diverse community with a strong presence of executives and moderate childhood poverty rates, supporting a stable family environment.

High owner occupancy often points to long-term residential stability.

A strong executive presence suggests a professional and stable community.

Diverse Language Use — English is predominant, but Spanish, Italian, Chinese, and Tagalog are also spoken.

Executive, Management & Professional Occupations	44.8%
Childhood Poverty Rate	0.8%

Demographics

Executive, Management & Professional Share	44.8%
Above Average Income	Higher than 78.0% of U.S. neighborhoods
Lithuanian Ancestry	1.3%
Foreign Born Residents	22.8%
Top Languages	English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Tagalog

Commute

Most residents have a moderate commute, with a majority driving alone to work.

Mira Costa residents enjoy relatively short commutes and rely heavily on private vehicles.

Moderate Commute Times — Nearly half commute between 15 and 30 minutes.

High Drive Alone Rate — Most residents drive alone, reflecting suburban car dependency.

Commute Time 15-30 min	45.9%
Drive Alone to Work	74.5%
Carpool Rate	12.6%

Homes for sale near 92056

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

$895,000

3 bd | 3 ba | 1,499 sqft

1813 Avenida Segovia

Oceanside, CA, 92056