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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Controlled access
  • Sparkling swimming pool
  • In-unit laundry
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Ceiling fans
  • On-site laundry facilities

Location

533 W Wilson St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA|Westside Costa Mesa
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Management

Pacific Villas Investment, LP

Leasing office

(949) 200-9137

Property Overview

Pacific Villas offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and amenities, with an 8.3 Zumper expert rating, a top price rating, and a 9 out of 10 location rating. Notable features include controlled access, a sparkling swimming pool, in-unit laundry, stainless steel appliances, ceiling fans, and on-site laundry facilities, while its value for money and value per square foot rank highly compared with nearby properties.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Pacific Villas is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Pacific Villas has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1+11 bed1 bath500 sqft$2,052 /mo2 units available
2+12 bed1 bath850 sqft$2,624 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Pacific Villas

Apartment Amenities

Ceiling FanPatio

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Controlled Access/Gated CommunityDogs OK

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBBQ Area
Gated EntryOutdoor Space
Sparkling Swimming PoolStorage
Swimming Pool

Services

24 Hour Camera Surveillance
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units84
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About Pacific Villas

HomeApartments in Costa MesaWestside Costa Mesa Pacific Villas

An 84-unit apartment complex in Costa Mesa, premier coastal housing in Orange County. Offers an excellent unit mix of 24, one-bedroom units, 36, two-bedroom units, and 24, two-bedroom townhouse units. Features community amenities including a sparkling swimming pool, cozy BBQ and picnic areas, covered and open parking, on-site laundry facilities, security cameras and controlled access. Unit amenities include in-unit laundry*, private patios*, range hood stove*, stainless steel appliances*, ceiling fans, wood-style vinyl flooring*, and mirrored closet doors. (*select units) (For TTY, please dial 711 to reach the operator, then dial our number listed below.) Pet Policy - $500 Deposit, $50/month, Dog - small only


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Pacific Villas is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Pacific Villas has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Pacific Villas
Price·10A 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.
Pacific Villas offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
Pacific Villas 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—pets allowed—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.
Pacific Villas 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 Pacific Villas does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Pacific Villas provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Pacific Villas is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 6 pet grooming services nearby
  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 13 pet supply stores near the property

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 Pacific Villas compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 200 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Westside Costa Mesa

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 11% lower than 1-bedrooms in Westside Costa Mesa.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Pacific Villas to be 13% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Westside Costa Mesa.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Westside Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa
A table of studio rental data trends in Costa Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,165
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$2,152
June 2026$2,221
A table of studio rental data trends in Westside Costa Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
October 2025$1,995
November 2025$1,995
April 2026$1,941
May 2026$1,910
June 2026$1,950

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Can I afford to live at 533 W Wilson St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$82,080/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $82,080 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,052.
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Schools near Pacific Villas

Wilson Elementary School

801 wilson st

costa mesa, CA, 92627

K-6Public
B-

Monte Vista High School

390 monte vista ave

costa mesa, CA, 92627

K-12Public
A-

Orange County Special Education

200 kalmus dr

costa mesa, CA, 92628

K-12Public

Access County Community

200 kalmus dr

costa mesa, CA, 92628

K-12Public
D+

Occs:Chep/Pchs

14262 franklin ave ste 100

tustin, CA, 92780

K-12Public
B+
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Getting around Costa Mesa near 533 W Wilson St

Walking

8/10
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.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 533 W Wilson St, Costa Mesa

Groceries

9/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 5-minute walk, and there is also a moderate number of specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

7/10
Several fashion stores are within a short walk.

Cafes

6/10
The closest café is within a 5-minute walk, and there are some other cafés within walking distance.

Restaurants

7/10
Several restaurants are within a short walk.

Primary schools

7/10
The closest elementary school is within a 10-to-15-minute walk.

High schools

3/10
The closest high school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.

Parks

7/10
Few parks in the area.

Nightlife

2/10
The closest bar is within a 15-minute walk, and there are a few other bars within walking distance.

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