988 El Camino Drive exterior — Costa Mesa, CA
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

988 El Camino Drive

Six renovated homes in Mesa Del Mar · Walk to Tewinkle Park · In-unit laundry · Pet Friendly

Units Available Now Unit 203 available late September · More units available · Text or email Greg@REtajaGroup.com

A Quaint, Intimate Community of Six Homes

Unlike a large apartment complex where you can feel lost in the crowd, 988 El Camino is a small, welcoming community of just six renovated homes arranged around a shared courtyard. Your neighbors know your name here. Newly renovated interiors feature white shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless appliances, LVP flooring, in-unit LG WashTower laundry, and ductless mini-split A/C — all in a quiet residential setting.

Just a short walk away is Tewinkle Park, freshly renovated in 2026 — scenic ponds with ducks, geese, and squirrels; two off-leash dog parks; the Costa Mesa Tennis Center; a skate park next to four baseball fields; a full playground with multiple restrooms; and a small amphitheater. All part of the amazing Mesa Del Mar neighborhood.

Courtyard 📸 Common Area Photos 🌳 🗺 Explore the Neighborhood

The Six Units

Click any unit photo to view details and photos. Unit 203 is available late September — contact us to inquire or apply. All homes feature quartz counters, stainless appliances, LG WashTower in-unit laundry, and ductless mini-split A/C. Pets welcome.

Unit 101 kitchen — quartz counters, stainless appliances, white shaker cabinets
Unit 101 living room — open layout, luxury vinyl plank flooring
Unit 101 bathroom — marble tile surround, grey vanity, modern fixtures
Occupied
Unit 101
Ground Floor · Courtyard Entrance
🛏 2 Bed🚿 1 Bath
Newly Remodeled 2025Courtyard EntrancePets WelcomeGarage 2 + Space 2In-Unit LaundryDuctless AC/HeatQuartz CountersRecessed LightingStainless Appliances
Currently occupied
Unit 102 kitchen — white shaker cabinets, stainless appliances, quartz counters
Unit 102 bathroom — marble tile, rainfall showerhead, glass enclosure
Unit 102 bathroom — floor-to-ceiling marble tile, spa-quality finishes
Occupied
Unit 102
Ground Floor · Townhome Style · Courtyard Entrance
🛏 2 Bed🚿 2 Bath
Newly Remodeled 2025Courtyard EntrancePets WelcomeGarage 1 + Space 1No Shared WallsCentral AC/HeatIn-Unit LaundryQuartz CountersPrivate Entrance
Currently occupied
Unit 105 ADU kitchen/living — stainless appliances, quartz counters, in-unit laundry
Unit 105 ADU interior — bright open layout
Unit 105 ADU — private entrance, ductless mini-split AC
Occupied
Unit 105
Ground Floor · ADU · Private Entrance
🛏 1 Bed🚿 1 Bath
ADUPets WelcomeSpace 7 (Tandem)In-Unit LaundryStainless AppliancesQuartz CountersPrivate Entrance
Currently occupied
Unit 106 kitchen — white shaker cabinets, stainless appliances, quartz counters
Unit 106 exterior — iron security gate, private side yard
Unit 106 bedroom — mirrored closets, natural light, ductless AC
Occupied
Unit 106
First Floor · Courtyard Entrance
🛏 1 Bed🚿 1 Bath
Newly Remodeled 2025Courtyard EntrancePets Welcome3 Parking SpacesGarage 4 + Spaces 4 & 5Ductless AC/HeatIn-Unit LaundryQuartz CountersRecessed Lighting
Currently occupied
Unit 203 kitchen — quartz counters, LG fridge, GE gas range + griddle, iron front door
Unit 203 kitchen/dining — open layout, stainless appliances, recessed lighting
Unit 203 interior — dark walnut LVP floors, Ameristar mini-split, open plan
Available
Unit 203
Second Floor · Courtyard Entrance
🛏 2 Bed🚿 1 Bath
Newly Remodeled 2025Courtyard EntrancePets WelcomeGarage 3 + Space 3Ductless AC/HeatIn-Unit LaundryMarble BathQuartz CountersRecessed Lighting
🔑 Available Late September — Inquire Now
Unit 204 kitchen — white shaker cabinets, stainless appliances, side-by-side fridge
Unit 204 bedroom — spacious, mirrored closet, Ameristar mini-split
Unit 204 bathroom — tiled tub/shower, modern vanity
Occupied
Unit 204
Second Floor · Courtyard Entrance
🛏 2 Bed🚿 1 Bath
Newly Remodeled 2025Courtyard EntrancePets WelcomeSpace 6 ParkingDuctless AC/HeatIn-Unit LaundryQuartz CountersRecessed LightingStainless Appliances
Currently occupied
Ground Floor Units 101, 102
2 assigned spaces · Unit 102 includes private garage
Upper Level Units 203, 204
2 tandem uncovered spaces (paved)
ADU Units 105, 106
Assigned parking included
Pets Welcome
$50 pet deposit · Bark Park nearby

Common Areas

A welcoming outdoor environment for relaxing and connecting with your neighbors.

Courtyard
Courtyard sitting area

Mesa Del Mar: Costa Mesa at Its Best

Mesa Del Mar isn't just a neighborhood — it's a community with real character. Tree-lined streets, neighbors who wave, a park that draws people every morning with their dogs and every evening for a sunset stroll. Everything you need is within walking distance; everything you want is just a few minutes beyond that.

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TeWinkle Park

Your backyard is one of Costa Mesa's finest parks — freshly renovated and just a short walk from your front door. Scenic duck ponds with waterfowl and turtles, shaded picnic gazebos, a universally accessible "barrier-free" playground, and mature trees that turn the whole place golden in the late afternoon.

  • Two off-leash dog parks (Costa Mesa Bark Park)
  • Costa Mesa Tennis Center with lighted courts
  • Skate park + four baseball/softball fields
  • Full playground with multiple restrooms
  • Small amphitheater for community events
  • Multiple lakes with waterfalls and resident ducks, geese, turtles & squirrels
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OC Fairgrounds — Walk Right In

The OC Fair & Event Center shares a fence line with TeWinkle Park. Walk through the back gates for year-round concerts, trade shows, food festivals, and the legendary Orange County Fair — no parking fees, no traffic, no hassle. Just walk over.

  • Thursday Farmers Market — 9 a.m.–1 p.m. in Lot D: fresh produce, flowers, fish, honey, hot sauce, plus tamales, tacos, and burritos
  • Free admission and free parking for the farmers market
  • Live music events, swap meet, craft fairs throughout the year
  • Annual OC Fair every July — world-class rides, food, livestock, and entertainment
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Mesa Del Mar Traditions

This is a neighborhood that shows up for each other. The annual Mesa Del Mar July 4th Kids Parade is a beloved tradition: decorated bikes, children in red-white-and-blue, neighbors waving from driveways, and a genuine small-town feeling you don't expect to find five minutes from a freeway.

  • Annual July 4th neighborhood kids parade through the streets
  • Sonora Elementary School — 4× California Distinguished School (2002, 2008, 2016, 2020); California Gold Ribbon Award & Exemplary Arts Award (2016)
  • Quiet, walkable residential streets with genuine community feel
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Groceries — Every Kind

You're surrounded by options at every price point and every cuisine. The lowest gas prices around are at the ARCO on Baker — a nice bonus.

  • Trader Joe's — two locations: 2170 Harbor Blvd & 640 W 17th St
  • Sprouts Farmers Market — 3030 Harbor Blvd (walking distance)
  • Stater Bros. — 1175 Baker St (right on your corner)
  • Northgate Gonzalez Market — 2300 Harbor Blvd: an outstanding Mexican market with an in-house taqueria, tortillería, and seafood counter that feels like a Mexican town plaza
  • Tokyo Central — 2975 Harbor Blvd: curated Japanese grocery with fresh produce, imported pantry staples, and a fantastic prepared-foods section
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Mitsuwa Marketplace — A Taste of Japan

665 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa. Walking through the doors of Mitsuwa is like boarding a flight to Tokyo without leaving Orange County. Open 365 days a year, 9 a.m.–9 p.m., it's an entire Japanese world under one roof.

  • Full Japanese grocery: fresh fish, produce, prepared foods, imported pantry staples
  • Food court: Santouka Ramen, Don Don Tei rice bowls, Sanuki udon, Japanese-style Chinese cuisine, bubble tea, matcha soft-serve & mochi
  • Hamada-Ya Bakery, J.sweets Japanese confectionery, Daiso Japan, Maido stationery & books, Shiseido cosmetics
  • Annual Hokkaido Fair (September) and seasonal regional Japanese vendor events
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The LAB Anti-Mall & Baker/Bristol Corridor

2930 Bristol St — Costa Mesa's most distinctive shopping destination, where the "anti-mall" philosophy means independent boutiques, art spaces, and restaurants you won't find anywhere else. And Baker Street near Fairview adds even more: strip malls packed with locally-owned gems.

  • The LAB: Habana, Seabirds Kitchen (vegan fine dining), Good Town Doughnuts, Nook Coffee Bar, Bred Hot Chicken, Kuro Pizza, The Ruin Bar, The ARTery gallery, Buffalo Exchange vintage
  • The Straw: Modern Milkshakes — 1215 Baker St — voted Travel & Leisure's #1 Milkshake in the U.S. Creative flavors, vegan/dairy-free options available. Also home to karaoke nights with a crowd that knows how to have fun
  • Tandy Leather (Store #119) — also 1215 Baker St — one of the few remaining craft leather suppliers in Southern California; a genuine find for makers, crafters, and anyone who loves working with their hands
  • Starbucks on Baker near Fairview; ARCO on Baker for the lowest pump prices in the area
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Schools — K Through College

From elementary through community college, Mesa Del Mar puts excellent education within walking or biking distance for every age.

  • Sonora Elementary School (966 Sonora Rd) — 4× California Distinguished School; Gold Ribbon Award; Exemplary Arts Award; strong arts & academics focus
  • Charles W. TeWinkle Middle School (3224 California St) — the park's namesake, walkable from home
  • Costa Mesa High School — full IB and AP programs, competitive athletics
  • Orange Coast College (OCC) — ranked 3rd in California & 7th nationally for international student enrollment; 13-time national Forensics champions; 2023 STEM Inspiring Programs Award; over $660,000 in annual scholarships; transfer students accepted to Stanford, UCI, and Columbia
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And So Much More

This neighborhood keeps giving. The further you explore, the better it gets.

  • South Coast Plaza — 2 miles away: one of the top-grossing shopping centers in the U.S., with over 250 stores including Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and world-class dining
  • OC Fairgrounds events year-round — concerts, car shows, food festivals — all walkable from your back gate
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) — 10 minutes; no traffic nightmares, no mega-terminal chaos
  • 405 · 55 · 73 Freeways — all within 5 minutes; reach anywhere in Orange County or LA quickly
  • Quick drives to Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, and Laguna Beach
Street view of 988 El Camino Drive entrance and gate
Aerial view of Costa Mesa neighborhood — OC Fair Ferris wheel visible
TeWinkle Park · walkable
OC Fairgrounds · walkable (back gate)
Stater Bros. · walkable
Sprouts Farmers Market · walkable
Northgate Gonzalez Market · 5 min
Mitsuwa Marketplace · 5 min
Trader Joe's (×2) · 5 min
The LAB Anti-Mall · 5 min
South Coast Plaza · 2 miles
John Wayne Airport · 10 min
405 · 55 · 73 Freeways · 5 min

Schedule a Showing

We respond quickly — text or email for the fastest reply. A manager is available to show units by appointment.

Income requirement: 3× monthly rent in gross household income.
RUBS: $65–$100/mo shared utilities allocation.
ACH discount: $100/mo off rent with auto-pay on the 1st.