20 Hours Ago
Location
853 Center St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA|Westside Costa Mesa
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Property Overview
Center St. presents a well-rounded option for renters, featuring two bedrooms and two baths. With a Zumper expert rating of 8.5, this property excels in affordability, amenities, and location, achieving a perfect price rating of 10 and impressive ratings of 8 for amenities and 9 for location. It falls within the 81.25 percentile for value for money and the 96.55 percentile for value per square foot, highlighting its competitive standing in the market.
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.
Things you’ll love
More space- Less expensive
- Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | 900 sqft | $2,800 /mo | 1 unit available | Two Bedroom Two Bath, Downstairs unit |
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Amenities for Center St.
Apartment Amenities
| Downstairs |
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
No pets allowed.
Building details
Property details
| Units | 18 |
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About Center St.
Two Bedroom Two Bath, Downstairs unit
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 GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Center St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Center St. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Center St. 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·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, Center St. 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.
Center St. 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 Center St. 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.
Center St. 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 Center St. compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 250 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 2 miles away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Westside Costa Mesa
2-bedroom apartments at Center St. cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Westside Costa Mesa.
Median rents as of Aug 30 2025.
Westside Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $1,909 |
| October 2023 | $1,908 |
| November 2023 | $1,911 |
| December 2023 | $2,020 |
| January 2024 | $2,017 |
| February 2024 | $2,002 |
| March 2024 | $2,086 |
| 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 | $2,155 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $1,800 |
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Can I afford to live at 853 Center St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$112,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $112,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,800.
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Schools near Center St.
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-
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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 853 Center St
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 853 Center St, 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
5/10
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 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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