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1298 Watson Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
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| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
| Three Parking Spaces |
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| Architecture Style: Craftsman | Exterior Type: Stucco |
| Roof Type: Asphalt | View Type: None |
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About 1298 Watson Ave
Property Status: Active 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. Office Phone: (949) 717-7100 Copyright © 2026 California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Address details
| Zip code | 92626 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Costa Mesa
3-bedroom apartments at 1298 Watson Ave cost about 15% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa.
Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Costa Mesa
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $4,574 |
| June 2024 | $4,280 |
| July 2024 | $4,815 |
| August 2024 | $4,943 |
| September 2024 | $4,731 |
| October 2024 | $4,500 |
| November 2024 | $5,939 |
| December 2024 | $5,537 |
| January 2025 | $4,468 |
| February 2025 | $4,362 |
| March 2025 | $5,000 |
| April 2025 | $4,550 |
| May 2025 | $4,829 |
| June 2025 | $4,852 |
| July 2025 | $4,786 |
| August 2025 | $4,789 |
| September 2025 | $4,776 |
| October 2025 | $4,514 |
| November 2025 | $4,401 |
| December 2025 | $4,274 |
| January 2026 | $4,304 |
| February 2026 | $4,514 |
| March 2026 | $4,823 |
| April 2026 | $4,837 |
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Schools near 1298 Watson Ave
Killybrooke Elementary School
3155 killybrooke ln
costa mesa, CA, 92626
K-6Public
A
Access County Community
200 kalmus dr
costa mesa, CA, 92628
K-12Public
D+
Orange County Special Education
200 kalmus dr
costa mesa, CA, 92628
K-12Public
Monte Vista High School
390 monte vista ave
costa mesa, CA, 92627
K-12Public
A-
Occs:Chep/Pchs
14262 franklin ave ste 100
tustin, CA, 92780
K-12Public
B+
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Getting around Costa Mesa near 1298 Watson Ave
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1298 Watson Ave, Costa Mesa
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
9/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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