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Highlights

  • Refrigerator
  • Gas stove
  • Wood laminate flooring
  • No on-site laundry
  • Recessed lighting
  • Tile floored bathroom

Location

174 Monte Vista Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA|Eastside Costa Mesa
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Management

Jon Polentz Property Management Company

Leasing office

(714) 288-2010

Property Overview

Monte Vista 174-178 achieves a notable Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5, reflecting its strong appeal to renters. With high marks of 9 for price and location and a perfect 10 for amenities, it offers a competitive balance of value, convenience, and a premium living experience. Notable features include modern essentials like a gas stove and wood laminate flooring, enhancing its attractiveness despite the lack of on-site laundry.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Monte Vista 174-178 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Monte Vista 174-178 has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath400 sqft$2,450 /mo1 unit availableEastside Costa Mesa ground level Studio, wood flooring, recessed lighting, updated kitchen with stone counter, stainless steel sink, gas stove, refrigerator, bathroom with tile floor and shower, significant back yard. Detached single car garage. All utilities included in rent. This unit also has Mini split AC, and Washer dryer in garage included with rent, but without warranty.
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath400 sqft$4,000 /mo1 unit availableRemodeled corner unit Duplex feels like a house with only 1 shared wall, large private driveway and fenced yard. This unit offers 2 bedrooms with ceiling fans, 1 spa-like bathroom with white tile flooring and subway tiled shower stall. Fresh paint and laminate wood like planks throughout. Kitchen has quartz counters, stainless steel sink, and newer appliances including dishwasher, stove, and built in microwave. Extra-long driveway that can hold at least 3 cars leads to a detached 2 car garage with openers. Nice sized back yard with gardener included in monthly rent. Private laundry room (with hook ups for full size washer and dryer) with utility sink. (washer/dryer not included). Tenant ONLY pays Electric and Gas utilities.

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Amenities for Monte Vista 174-178

Apartment Amenities

Utilities Included

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryRefrigerator
Washer and Dryer Without Warranty

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

GardenerWater Trash
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

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One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

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About Monte Vista 174-178

HomeApartments in Costa MesaEastside Costa Mesa Monte Vista 174-178

Eastside Costa Mesa ground level Studio, wood flooring, recessed lighting, updated kitchen with stone counter, stainless steel sink, gas stove, refrigerator, bathroom with tile floor and shower, significant back yard. Detached single car garage. All utilities included in rent. This unit also has Mini split AC, and Washer dryer in garage included with rent, but without warranty.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Monte Vista 174-178 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Monte Vista 174-178 has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Monte Vista 174-178
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Monte Vista 174-178 stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Monte Vista 174-178 stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Monte Vista 174-178 is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Monte Vista 174-178 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Monte Vista 174-178 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 3 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Eastside Costa Mesa

Studio apartments at Monte Vista 174-178 cost about 0% more than the average rent price for studios in Eastside Costa Mesa.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Monte Vista 174-178 to be 13% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Eastside Costa Mesa.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Eastside Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa
A table of studio rental data trends in Costa Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,091
June 2024$2,171
July 2024$2,238
August 2024$2,175
September 2024$2,110
October 2024$2,038
November 2024$2,157
December 2024$2,121
January 2025$2,079
February 2025$2,084
March 2025$2,100
April 2025$2,147
May 2025$2,116
June 2025$2,159
July 2025$2,053
August 2025$2,156
September 2025$2,169
October 2025$2,134
November 2025$2,037
December 2025$2,076
January 2026$2,030
February 2026$2,183
March 2026$2,212
April 2026$2,119
May 2026$2,105
A table of studio rental data trends in Eastside Costa Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$2,212
June 2024$2,125
July 2024$2,158
August 2024$2,146
September 2024$2,173
October 2024$2,860
December 2024$2,271
January 2025$2,282
February 2025$2,281
March 2025$2,199
April 2025$2,173
May 2025$2,145
June 2025$2,182
September 2025$2,112
October 2025$2,031
November 2025$2,169
December 2025$2,316
January 2026$2,302
February 2026$2,252
March 2026$2,280
April 2026$2,337
May 2026$2,445

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$98,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $98,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $2,450.
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Schools near Monte Vista 174-178

Monte Vista High School

390 monte vista ave

costa mesa, CA, 92627

K-12Public
A-

Heinz Kaiser Elementary School

2130 santa ana ave

costa mesa, CA, 92627

3-6Public
A

Woodland Elementary School

2025 garden ln

costa mesa, CA, 92627

K-2Public
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
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Neighborhood

Eastside Costa Mesa | Costa Mesa, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Costa Mesa near 174 Monte Vista Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 174 Monte Vista Ave, Costa Mesa

Groceries

5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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