Neighborhoods - Community Profile

BOUNDARIES:

Eastside Costa Mesa is bordered by Mesa Drive by the north, 15th Street to the south, Newport Boulevard to the west and Irvine Avenue to the east.

CONDOMINIUMS:

This community has more than 1,000 single-family homes and several condominium complexes.

STYLE:

Some eastside homes date back to the ‘20’s and ‘30s. Their unique character and charm are reflected in Old California Spanish designs with flat roofs and tile shingles. The second phase of homes, built in the ‘40s and ‘50s following World War II, were constructed for returning GI’s and their families. The two-and three-bedroom homes were made of lathe and plaster, with hardwood floors and one bath. This type of home is the essence of the eastside, and lends itself very well to remodeling or adding on.

FEATURES:

Eastside offers established neighborhood living with quiet streets , sidewalks and street lights. Schools and shopping are within walking distance, and there are many area parks, tennis courts, and baseball and soccer fields.

SHOPPING:

This community is one of the most convenient to area shopping. Westcliff Plaza, the 17th street business section and Triangle Square are within walking distance or a short drive. There is a variety of restaurants, grocery stores, banks, and movie theaters to be found throughout the community.