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$5,500 /month

1298 Watson Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

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What This House Offers

Now available and move-in ready in the popular Halecrest neighborhood, known for it's safety, parks and wide streets. This beachy-modern single-story Costa Mesa... home has been thoughtfully remodeled from top to bottom. Enjoy effortless indoor-outdoor living with a spacious green backyard and covered patio—perfect for entertaining or relaxing year-round. This light-filled, open-concept layout offers both comfort and convenience, complemented by a 2-car garage and spacious driveway. Ideally located just minutes from the OC Fairgrounds, world-renowned beaches, premier shopping, dining, and major freeways (405 & 73), this home delivers the best of coastal Orange County living. Situated within the award-winning Newport-Mesa Unified School District. Gardener included. MLS# NP26090779

Unit

  • $5,500 / month
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1276 sq. ft.
  • Available Apr 29

Home Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Heating
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Patio
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer/Dryer

Community Features

  • Fenced Lot
  • Garages

1298 Watson Ave is a single-family home for rent in Costa Mesa, CA

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Move-In

  • Security Deposit - Refundable
    $7,000

Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Get In Touch

Property Address:
1298 Watson Ave,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Listed by
Kathy Fallon | Surterre Properties Inc.
Phone Number: (949) 887-0972
CaliforniaRegionalMLS#CA

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Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable60 / 100

Transit

Limited public transit30 / 100

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable90 / 100

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable60 / 100

Scores provided by

Soundscore ™

Active71 / 100

Scores provided by
HowLoud

Travel and Transit

Commuter Rail
13 min Drive
Orange County Line - Southern California Regional Rail Authority (Metrolink)
Inland Empire-Orange County Line - Southern California Regional Rail Authority (Metrolink)
Southern California Regional Rail Authority (Metrolink)
Commuter Rail
14 min Drive
Orange County Line - Southern California Regional Rail Authority (Metrolink)
Inland Empire-Orange County Line - Southern California Regional Rail Authority (Metrolink)
Orange County Line - Southern California Regional Rail Authority (Metrolink)
Inland Empire-Orange County Line - Southern California Regional Rail Authority (Metrolink)
Southern California Regional Rail Authority (Metrolink)
Airport
John Wayne/Orange County
5 min Drive
John Wayne
Airport
Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
26 min Drive
Long Beach-Daugherty Field
Airport
Ontario International
55 min Drive
Ontario International

Local Education

Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Orange Coast College

Drive: 3 min (1.4 mi)

The Art Inst., Orange County

Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)

Coastline Community College

Drive: 6 min (3.2 mi)

UC Irvine

Drive: 12 min (6.5 mi)

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Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 1298 Watson Ave proximity to Mesa-North Shopping Center, Baker Fairview Center, and Costa Mesa Square. Mesa-North Shopping Center is 0.5 miles away, and Baker Fairview Center is within a 9 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 30, 1298 Watson Ave has limited public transit, including 5 transit stops within 13.3 miles. Transit options include Santa Ana and Tustin.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 1298 Watson Ave are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.9 miles, including Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve, Talbert Regional Park, and Mile Square Regional Park.

Airports

Living in Westside Costa Mesa provides easy access to John Wayne/Orange County, located just 5 minutes from 1298 Watson Ave. Another nearby airport is Long Beach (Daugherty Field), located 19.4 miles away.

Military Bases

There is National Guard Armory Site near Costa Mesa, CA.

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