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1846 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA|Westside Costa Mesa
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Management

Summer Palms LLC

Leasing office

(949) 289-2587

Property Overview

Placentia has received an impressive expert rating of 8.3 out of 10, reflecting its compelling value proposition and competitive pricing at 9 out of 10 for its amenities, location, and overall living experience. The property features an excellent range of amenities, a prime location convenient to key attractions, and ranks highly in value for money and cost per square foot, making it a standout option for prospective renters. With reputable trustworthiness and quality ratings, it maintains transparency and reliability as a housing choice.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Placentia is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Placentia 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

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath1,180 sqft$1,950 /mo1 unit availableNewly renovated studio with 1 bath available now. Coastally located in the heart of Costa Mesa offering plenty of dining, shopping and entertainment.
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath625 sqft$2,595 /mo1 unit available
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath800 sqft$2,700 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Placentia

Apartment Amenities

Downstairs

Appliances

Gas Range
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Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About Placentia

HomeApartments in Costa MesaWestside Costa Mesa Placentia

- Newly renovated studio with 1 bath available now. Coastally located in the heart of Costa Mesa offering plenty of dining, shopping and entertainment.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Placentia is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Placentia 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 Placentia
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.
Placentia 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Placentia is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Placentia 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Placentia to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
Placentia 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.

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 Placentia compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 150 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high 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 Westside Costa Mesa

Studio apartments at Placentia cost about 2% less than the average rent price for studios in Westside Costa Mesa.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 10% higher than 1-bedrooms in Westside Costa Mesa.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Placentia to be 10% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Westside Costa Mesa.

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Westside Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa
A table of studio rental data trends in Costa Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,106
April 2024$2,070
May 2024$2,059
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$2,249
A table of studio rental data trends in Westside Costa Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
October 2025$1,995
November 2025$1,995

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$78,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $78,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,950.
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Schools near Placentia

Whittier Elementary School

1800 whittier ave

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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Neighborhood

Westside 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 1846 Placentia Ave

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1846 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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