My family has had a wonderful experience living at Mesa Pines. It is peaceful, well kept, clean, safe, and has a nice sense of community. I also really appreciate the ample amount of parking as that is hard to find these days! Dora is a wonderful apartment manager who is always on top of things. You can tell she takes pride in her work and really cares about the residents. read more

As far apartments go, I don't think any one deserves a 5 star rating more than Mesa Pines. I've been in a one-bedroom, first floor apartment for nearly a year now and I haven't looked back. It's a small complex, but it is laid out in a fashion that feels both open and secure at the same time -- and coming from a small town in the Midwest, this really is a major plus. It's very quiet here (which I like) and I haven't bumped into anyone who I couldn't strike up a chat with. The grounds are very well kept with gardeners coming each week. And the management is also keen to trim trees and clean out gutters, but that's not the only thing I have to say about them... Dora is great! She is an apartment manager that truly cares about her complex and the well-being of her tenants. Maintenance requests are handled in the blink of an eye and she is always proactive on looking out for problems. And not only that, she's incredibly welcoming, fun, and energetic -- even goes the extra mile to host community barbecues and Christmas parties. The units themselves are great. My friends have always been impressed. There is plenty of light, storage space, and open space, and the layout is interesting enough that you can still turn a "small, one-bedroom apartment" into an sweet place to live. One of the tiny, small touches that I especially like are the doors (at least in my unit) that go all the way to the ceiling, so for a tall person like myself, the rooms feel especially open and airy. Great units, great grounds, great neighbors, and great management. You can't top that! read more

We will miss Mesa Pines! This is a great, safe and friendly small community. It's quiet and it's one of the few places in Orange County where I actually knew my neighbors. There's a mix of young families, students and working professionals living here. We lived in a renovated upstairs two bedroom unit. It is nice and bright and we loved the high living room ceiling. We didn't have too many issues while living here but they were always quickly resolved by Dora. She's amazing. She's really invested in keeping this complex clean, friendly and safe. I had my first child in this apartment (literally) so I'll always have good memories of this place! read more

I have been living at Mesa Pined for the past 2 years and I could confidently say that this was one of the best apartment complexes that I have lived in. The complex location is convenient with plenty of shopping areas close by. Having close access to the 55 and 405 freeways. There is no parking issues here for the tenant and your guests. The neighbors are so nice and Dora the manager is the best manager I have ever seen. Our one bedroom apartment was fully remodeled with Granite countertops and laminate flooring. Maintenance requests were answered within a short period of time. The rend does not include utilities and will have to be paid for separately. read more

Moved to Orange County for work for a couple years and spent a long time looking into apartments and places to live. After seeing all of the great reviews, I got in touch with the manager Dora to schedule a showing...she was able to see me that day, and in just the span of my lunch break, she was able to show me the apartment, help me fill out the application, get approved and rent the apartment. It was literally that fast. Mesa Pines was the only place I lived while in California, but it was honestly the only place I even wanted to live. The price was perfect for my 1BR/1BA, which had plenty of space and just about everything I needed, including on-site laundry and safe off-the-street parking. The location is excellent, with equally easy access to the 405 and the lower parts of Costa Mesa, and you have OCC, restaurants and stores all within walking distance. Despite being so close to such a main road as Harbor Blvd, you get basically none of the noise from it. The real thing that sets Mesa Pines apart is the people. Dora and her family are some of the nicest and best people I've ever met, and they work very hard to make sure it's a great and hospitable place to live. Being on the smaller side for apartment complexes, you definitely get to know your neighbors better than you would with a large complex, and that just works to create a fun and friendly environment for everyone. Dora is great about setting up group activities for the complex, and there are always people around by the pool to hang out with on the nights/weekends, so you really do get to form a close bond with everyone. If it weren't for having to move back across the country, I doubt I would have left Mesa Pines, and can definitely say I miss it now that I'm gone. I would HIGHLY recommend it for just about anyone looking for an apartment. read more

Mesa Pines was me and my wife's first apartment together and we loved our experience there. 1. Location: Harbor Boulevard has just about everything you need in terms of food, groceries, shopping, bike trails, etc. It is a very busy street with so many businesses for your convenience. Mesa Pines is in the heart of this area, yet it is peacefully tucked behind all of the action. It is so quiet and peaceful inside the complex, you will never need to file a noise complaint with Dora. The walls are thick and in 2.5 years I never heard a sound from my neighbor below or next door. 2. Great management: Dora is an amazing manager. She lives in the complex so she is always available to help you out when you need. She is accessible and happy to help. The rare times we had an issue, it was fixed the next day or as soon as possible. Dora is not a micromanager - she has a family and life of her own. I never felt insecure or extra conscious when I saw her around. To me, she was another neighbor that happened to have the "manager" title. Jack, her husband, is one of the nicest guys ever and can talk to you about literally anything you are interested. Overall, great management by a great family. 3. Great facilities: I already talked about how quiet the apartments are, because they are built well. Landscaping is done regularly, the laundry room is clean and never full. I have never went down to the laundry room and had to wait. The pool and jacuzzi are clean and well maintained. PARKING is awesome. Never worry about parking ever again. All of your guests will have a space to use when they come visit. Thank you Dora and Jack, although we are in a new home, we still miss Mesa Pines. read more

I just moved-in yesterday and I love this place! I have been looking for a perfect place to live for about a month and a half and this hidden gem is not perfect but close. Located near high ends apartment complexes but without the high end rent cost. In fact, the comparable for 1BR 1 Bath in the area costs $250-$350 higher than the one I got. This complex is next to a golf course with a trail you can walk or run. Mins to the beach, bars, restaurants, freeways, and parks. The manager, Dora is super helpful; she's on top of everything! A good management is always a plus--had a few bad appt managers in the past, and this I appreciate. I was wondering about the 5 stars rating on this place but I think I know why. read more

I love living in this small community! The grounds are well-kept, the neighbors are pleasant, and everything is just around the corner. I never need to make a long trek over to the laundry room, swimming pool, barbecue, or mail box because it's all right there. Dora (the manager) is awesome, personable, and has great ideas for bringing everyone together for special events! read more

I can't say enough good things about this place. The landlord, the neighbors, the apartment itself are all top notch. It's quiet, there's parking and the rent is affordable. I could not imagine a better living situation. The landlord, especially, goes way out of her way to make you feel welcome. If you have an opportunity to live here, I would highly recommend that you do so. read more

My new husband and I just moved in in Aug. We love it here. What we love the most about it is that it feels very homey and has a sense of community (and that is hard to find in Orange County). I feel completely safe and it is so quiet and peaceful. Parking is never an issue. Dora (manager) is awesome. She is what makes this place so awesome. She stays on top of things and really cares about her tenants. She organizes resident get togethers that help you know your neighbors. She really stays on top of the property. The premises and pool are very clean and well maintained. I highly recommend anyone living here that is looking for a sense of community and a safe environment to call home. read more

Absolutely fantastic place to live. All the reviews about Dora are correct - probably the best apartment manager I've ever had. It's in a great location in a good neighborhood. Fast maintenance, though I only needed to call once in the years I lived there. Can't say enough good stuff about Mesa Pines read more

Awesome place to live, safe and quiet, and it's a great community of friendly people. Dora, the manager tries very hard to know everyone, and is always available. She sets up events where the residents get to meet each other. The grounds are always kept clean, and the pool is always in good shape. The units are reasonably priced, clean and modern. I only lived there for a year, but would recommend it to anyone. read more

I lived there for four years before moving to NorCal. Very convenient location with a very active community of friendly neighbors. My apartment felt more like a home than most I'd lived in. I even had a great time gardening in my little yard space. Also, the on-site management is top notch. I wouldn't hesitate returning if I moved back and needed to rent in the area. read more

I only lived here for a little bit over a year, but it was the best apartment I have ever rented in Orange County. Mesa Pines is truly a hidden gem. It is a small, quiet, and safe community with friendly neighbors. The rental rates are perfect for the area, it has convenient onsite laundry, a clean pool and so much more. The property is well maintained by the residents and the weekly landscaping crew. I was always proud to have friends visit because of how awesome the complex is. Dora, the property manager always responded to any questions or requests I had immediately. The only reason I moved is because of a new job location. If I ever have a reason to move back to Costa Mesa I won't live anywhere else. If you are reading this review, consider yourself lucky to have stumbled upon Mesa Pines. read more

Five Stars for the apartment management team. This is a very clean and quite small apartment community that is well taken care of. The only reason I moved was because of relocating out of state or else I would still be in my "perfect"apartment. You will not find another apartment building or management team like this one! The apartments rent very quickly. So consider yourself lucky if you find one for rent or ask to be put on a waiting list. It is totally worth it. Thank you Mesa Pines for the wonderful memories and the positive environment you provided while I resided at Mesa Pines. read more

We really enjoyed living at the Mesa Pines, we had an upstairs 1bedroom unit that was very spacious freshly remodeled, can't saying anything bad about the complex, parking is the best we've had compared to other apartments, there's always open spots for you or guest, pool is nice always clean and almost always empty, the entire complex is clean and maintained really well, upstairs units have high ceilings witch give the apartment a more open feel. Management is the best, any issues and there on it anything breaks and they have someone coming out to repair. Rent is very fair for the area and what you get! read more

I've been living at Mesa Pines for little over a year am confident to say that it's been great living here. I did my fair share of research when looking for a place and Mesa Pines was on the top on the list of an apartment that I wanted to see/ possibly move into. So a year ago, I contacted Dora (the apartment manager) via email and booked an appointment, arrived 5-10 mins early- (note: if you qualify, the apartment goes to the first person that arrives/ signs so don't be late!) and ended up signing the lease on the same day. Below are my pros and cons of living here: Pros: Noise: this was one of my big requirement. I sleep relatively early (before 9) and needed a place where it's quiet (ie- no late night/loud parties/people). If you need to sleep early in order to be up early, this place is for you. Safety: The area is well lit, including the parking lot- always felt safe even late at night. Clean: No overflowing dumpster nor trash left on the grounds. The property is beautiful and well kept. Parking: I was given a carport and never had any parking issue in the year that I lived here. Bugs/ rodents: none whatsoever!! No pets are allowed: you'll never have to worry about stepping on a dog poop/ dogs barking in the middle of the night. Lastly, without a doubt Dora is AMAZING- professional and prompt. She is on top of things and will never make you feel like it's a burden to work on any issue you may have. She's a hard worker and genuinely cares about her tenants. Cons: It's so peaceful that you'd never want to leave! I did my fair amount of research before moving here and I have no regrets picking Mesa Pines over other apartments. If you are considering this complex, give it a shot, you won't regret it! read more

My husband and I lived in Mesa Pines for little over a year and we have nothing but amazing things to say about this quaint community and Dora, our on-site manager. Dora and her family are all very kind and approachable people who will make you feel like you are truly a part of a community. She is always available if you need any help and is prompt with her responses if you ever have any questions or concerns. The landscape and all common areas/amenities are always organized and in pristine condition which is a reflection of how well Dora takes care of everything around here. Despite its close proximity to Harbor, the apartment is tucked behind a plaza which makes the place feel so serene, peaceful and safe. There are always plenty of parking available for occasional visits from family and friends which we really appreciated. Few times a year, Dora will also organize a community gathering at the pool area where you get to meet your neighbors and share really amazing food together! As for the unit, we lived in a one bedroom corner unit that had THE best lighting with plenty of windows and a tall vaulted ceiling. We always joked about how we wished that this unit was up for sale because that's how much we loved this airy and bright home. We had a big bedroom with full length wall to wall mirror closet, living room with fireplace that was perfect for the winters and kitchen with plenty of cabinet space and dishwasher. There were also several power outlets around the unit with USB sockets which was a nice addition. Living at Mesa Pines has been by far the best rental experience I have ever had. We unfortunately had to move out due to job change but will truly miss this place so much. If we could live at Mesa Pines once again in the future, we would in a heartbeat! For anyone that is looking for a community to be a part of, do not hesitate and come to Mesa Pines. You won't want to leave :) read more

This is by far the nicest community of people I've had the pleasure of being a part of. My wife and I moved into Mesa Pines after about a year of being married. We have been here almost for two years. Our previous apartment left us thinking all apartment communities were loud and full of unfriendly neighbors. Fortunately we were able to get an apartment here and it has been perfect. It's nice and peaceful. All the neighbors will are kind and there are even fun get togethers for different occasions and celebrations. It is a lovely place to live. read more

I loved my stay at Mesa Pines. I lived there for 2 years and never had a problem. If anything ever needed repair, it was resolved within a day or two. The grounds were always clean, and the apartment complex felt more like a community. The manager, Dora was great. She was friendly and personal. I would have stayed if it weren't for a job relocation. read more

I've been living in Orange County for 15 years and never knew this place existed! Once I found it, I realized it had the amenities that I wanted - convenient laundry room, no-issue parking, a homely feel, pool/spa, and grounds small enough so it wasn't loud like a lot of larger complexes. The grounds are well-maintained, and the manager, Dora, is so friendly, professional and timely. I really don't have significant maintenance issues, but if I even need a lightbulb out on my patio, or something that needs fixing, it is handled quickly and conveniently (even when maintenance needs to be called in). The neighbors are friendly and look out for each other as well which makes it feel like home. I have now have been living at Mesa Pines since 2014 and am very happy. I am not leaving until I buy a place of my own! read more

After bouncing all around Orange County the past ten years, I moved into Mesa Pines over two years ago and finally found a place that made me feel at home. Mesa Pines is a hidden little gem that I didn't even know about until l came to check it out and immediately decided that it was the place for me! Dora and her family are so awesome and welcoming you truly feel at home in this community, while at the same time it offers a very peaceful and calm setting to take a break from the outside world. Everything is kept in great condition and what few issues I have even had over the past few years, Dora dealt with very promptly and professionally. It seems everyone enjoys living at and contributing to the overall friendly ambiance, as everyone I have come into contact while living here has been very courteous and welcoming. I will certainly miss living here! For anyone still wondering if this is the right place for you, look no further, it is! read more

I have lived at Mesa Pines since I was 4 years old. I am now 15. My mom is the manager but I think it is still fair for me to write a review because I am a resident. I can't think of a better place for my younger brother, younger sister and me to have grown up. There is always something to do like hang out in the courtyard with some of my friends or some of the residents, but my mom makes sure we don't get loud or crazy. A lot of really cool people live here and many of them have watched out for us as we have grown up. It doesn't feel like an apt complex, but rather like a community. We also have a really nice pool, jacuzzi and BBQ. My mom has worked very hard to make Mesa Pines a home for my younger siblings and me. She has always tried to plan parties and get-togethers so everyone who lives here feels comfortable. I think Mesa Pines is a great place to live. read more

We really lucked out here. I lived in Costa Mesa for a year while going to school and hated most of it except for where I lived. Dora is the best manager I could have ever asked for, she really went out of her way to give us the best deal and make living there easy. Things were fixed quickly, we never felt like we were cheated in any way. Our apartment was affordable with a fireplace and super nice. I loved living there and being around Dora and her family. read more

Can't say enough good things about Mesa Pines. Dora, the manager, is the best. The community is clean, quiet, and everyone is super friendly. All of the things you'd want in apartment living. read more

Mesa Pines is an all around great place to live. After living there for almost 2 years my husband and I had to relocate for school, otherwise we would have never left. We always had a place to park, the grounds were clean, maintenance response was very fast, and the apartment manager Dora (and her family) are amazing! The community is very welcoming, holding events like pumpkin carving and barbeques for everyone to get acquainted with each other. We were sad when we had to leave because we knew that we wouldn't find all of the qualities that Mesa Pines provides anywhere else. We researched many apartments in the area before we found Mesa Pines, a small and quiet gem in Costa Mesa. read more

The Mesa Pines community has been a pleasure to be a part of. My wife and I are unfortunately needing to move out of our beautiful, quaint studio this summer, but our time here has been wonderful. Great management, great neighbors, nice location and you can't beat having your home be the most quiet and peaceful place to spend a relaxing day! Highly recommended. read more

Mesa Pines has a nice on-site manager, but Pan American Property Management is the worst. The maintenance of my unit was subpar. From February 27 to April 14 2017 I lived in a Residence Inn until the property management company could get rid of the roof leak and black mound in my unit. I asked for a mold report because of an existing respiratory condition and was refused. Was sick for two months and on three medications. Went ahead and paid for a mold analysis and report myself and the apartment was uninhabitable. The unit had an 87% moisture content. Pan American had their legal team provide one word answers to my insurance company so I couldn't activate my claim. Communication was spotty. Was charged for my hotel stay and then had credit card credited back. If Pan American had just taken the time to check the roof like they do the units on a yearly basis they wouldn't have had to pay thousands to renovate the apartment and clean my personal possessions. I was a good tenant that paid on-time. Pan American Properties really dropped the ball. To top it all off Pan American Properties sends me a close-out disposition worksheet with the implied threat that if full restitution is not made within 21 days they will halt further collection against me. Insulting to say the least. I wonder what they do with average renters? read more

I have been living at Mesa Pines since June 2010 and I couldn't be happier! For the first time in a long time I finally feel like "I'm home"! This community, though from the outside driving by may not look like much but once you walk through the quaint and quiet courtyard you'll see why this place is so desirable. The interior of my unit (2bed 2bth) is definitely not ordinary...it is very unique with special finishing touches you just don't find in other apartment communities especially for the reasonable rent they charge here. The property manager Dora and maintenance staff here are top notch and always ready to help in any way they can...and I'm a picky one folks! The location of these apartments is centrally located in Orange County and just a quick drive from either the beach or amazing shopping at the infamous South Coast Plaza. So if they have something available, JUMP ON IT!!! you won't be disappointed and happy that you've found your new home:) read more