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Highlights

  • Modern feel
  • Upgraded windows
  • Convenient freeway access
  • Thoughtfully updated finishes
  • Warm hardwood flooring

Location

121 E Bay St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, USA|Eastside Costa Mesa
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Management

Tim Carr Group Rentals

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(949) 631-7777

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2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath788 sqft$2,850 /mo1 unit availableThis refreshed upper-level 2-bedroom residence in Eastside Costa Mesa offers a bright, inviting atmosphere with modern updates and timeless charm. Featuring abundant natural light, stylish fixtures, upgraded windows, warm hardwood flooring, and a thoughtfully designed living space, this home provides both comfort and convenience. Ideally located near shopping, dining, freeway access, and the best of Southern California’s beaches, this residence offers the perfect blend of coastal lifestyle and everyday accessibility. Additional highlights include a private single-car garage and two designated tandem parking spaces for added convenience. This is generally an animal-restricted property; however, we comply with Fair Housing regulations. Seeking a long-term tenant – lease length of 12 months. Unit is offered unfurnished; photos have been virtually staged for illustrative purposes. Tim Carr Group Rentals CalDre#01968681 www TCGRentals com

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About Bland-121 E. Bay Street

HomeApartments in Costa MesaEastside Costa Mesa Bland-121 E. Bay Street

This refreshed upper-level 2-bedroom residence in Eastside Costa Mesa offers a bright, inviting atmosphere with modern updates and timeless charm. Featuring abundant natural light, stylish fixtures, upgraded windows, warm hardwood flooring, and a thoughtfully designed living space, this home provides both comfort and convenience. Ideally located near shopping, dining, freeway access, and the best of Southern California’s beaches, this residence offers the perfect blend of coastal lifestyle and everyday accessibility. Additional highlights include a private single-car garage and two designated tandem parking spaces for added convenience. This is generally an animal-restricted property; however, we comply with Fair Housing regulations. Seeking a long-term tenant – lease length of 12 months. Unit is offered unfurnished; photos have been virtually staged for illustrative purposes. Tim Carr Group Rentals CalDre#01968681 www TCGRentals com


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Bland-121 E. Bay Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Bland-121 E. Bay Street 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 Bland-121 E. Bay Street
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.
Bland-121 E. Bay Street 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·9A 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.
Bland-121 E. Bay Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including trash service. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Bland-121 E. Bay Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Bland-121 E. Bay Street 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 Bland-121 E. Bay Street 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.

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Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Eastside Costa Mesa

2-bedroom apartments at Bland-121 E. Bay Street cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Eastside Costa Mesa.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Eastside Costa Mesa
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A table of studio rental data trends in Costa Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,158
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$2,222
July 2026$2,212
A table of studio rental data trends in Eastside Costa Mesa
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$2,125
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$2,447
June 2026$2,457
July 2026$2,450

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Bland-121 E. Bay Street

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

Monte Vista High School

390 monte vista ave

costa mesa, CA, 92627

K-12Public
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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Getting around Costa Mesa near 121 E Bay St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

5/10
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 121 E Bay St, Costa Mesa

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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