Best Assisted Living in Costa Mesa, California
14 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 14 assisted living communities in Costa Mesa. Families rate them 4.6 out of 5 on average, across 235 public reviews. 8 are small licensed homes with ten residents or fewer, the kind most directories leave out.
- 14communities
- 4.6average rating, 6 rated
- 235family reviews read
- 8small homes, 10 or fewer
Care Achilles
Costa Mesa, California
5(16)
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Newport Mesa Senior Living
Costa Mesa, California
4.8(41)
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Coast New Horizon
Costa Mesa, California
4.8(23)
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Vivante Newport Mesa
Costa Mesa, California
4.5(49)
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Pacifica Senior Living South Coast
Costa Mesa, California
4.5(39)
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Alex' Caring Hands
Costa Mesa, California
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Angela's Care Home
Costa Mesa, California
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Bayside Cottages I
Costa Mesa, California
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Bayside Cottages II
Costa Mesa, California
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Cameo Assisted Living
Costa Mesa, California
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Shining Bright Care Home
Costa Mesa, California
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Beach Homes Senior Care
Costa Mesa, California
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Best-rated assisted living in Costa Mesa
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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5 (16 reviews)· Assisted Living· 6 units
Care Achilles is a small, six-resident assisted living home in Costa Mesa that has earned a perfect 5-star average across 16 Google reviews. Reviewers consistently describe a clean, well-organized environment with…
- 2
4.8 (41 reviews)· Assisted Living· 40 units
Families consistently describe Newport Mesa Senior Living as warm, clean, and attentive, with particular praise for the staff's compassion during move-in transitions and daily care. Reviewers highlight a stable,…
- 3
4.8 (23 reviews)· Assisted Living· 6 units
Coast New Horizon is a small, family-run assisted living home in Costa Mesa praised by families for its warm, personal atmosphere and attentive care from owner Mali. Reviewers consistently highlight the home-cooked…
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4.5 (49 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 430 units
Families generally describe Vivante On The Coast as an upscale, well-staffed assisted living community with strong food, activities, and caregiving, especially for residents needing hospice or specialized support.…
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Pacifica Senior Living South Coast
4.5 (39 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 98 units
Families consistently describe Pacifica Senior Living South Coast as clean, welcoming, and staffed by caring, attentive employees. Reviewers highlight home-cooked meals, engaging activities, and a smooth transition for…
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Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center
3.8 (66 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 12 units
Reviewers describe Mesa Verde as a clean, well-staffed skilled nursing and rehab facility where families felt their loved ones were cared for with attentiveness and compassion, particularly during post-surgical recovery…
What families say about assisted living in Costa Mesa
Counted across the review summaries of 9 Costa Mesa communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 89%
- Food and dining 67%
- Activities and social life 67%
- Cleanliness 56%
- Warm, home-like feel 56%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 78%
- Staff attitude 22%
- Communication with families 22%
- Management 11%
“Absolutely love this place. Mel was so kind and very thorough with the tour and all information. Very happy!! Tamar Brown”
“Vivante Living Newport Mesa is one of the best luxury living senior communities in the LA and Orange County area. Their facilities, activities, food and staff are top notch.”
“We are very fortunate to have found this assisted living home for our mom. Malihe, the owner, and the caregivers, are very attentive and treat mom with respect and compassion. The home is beautiful and kept very clean and sanitized. We are truly blessed to have found this amazing home for mom.”
Assisted Living in Costa Mesa: the figures
- •Of the 14 with a known size, 8 have ten residents or fewer, 4 have 11 to 60, and 2 have more than 60.
- •Most common amenities: housekeeping (9), wheelchair accessible (9), 24-hour staff (9), social activities (9), medication management (9), gathering / activity spaces (8).
Assisted Living near Costa Mesa
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Beach3.3 mi | 10 | 4.3 / 5 | 3.3 mi |
| Fountain Valley3.7 mi | 17 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.7 mi |
| Irvine5.3 mi | 21 | 4.3 / 5 | 5.3 mi |
| Huntington Beach5.5 mi | 36 | 4.6 / 5 | 5.5 mi |
| Santa Ana6.6 mi | 23 | 4.2 / 5 | 6.6 mi |
| Tustin7.1 mi | 8 | 4.2 / 5 | 7.1 mi |
| Garden Grove8.3 mi | 33 | 4.5 / 5 | 8.3 mi |
| Westminster9 mi | 6 | 4.7 / 5 | 9 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 14 communities listed in Costa Mesa, 235 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Costa Mesa ask about.
- Home Care in California: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Costa Mesa: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Costa Mesa, California?
MyLivingChoice lists 14 assisted living communities in Costa Mesa, California, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in Costa Mesa are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Care Achilles (5★, 16 ratings), Newport Mesa Senior Living (4.8★, 41 ratings), Coast New Horizon (4.8★, 23 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Costa Mesa?
Beyond assisted living, Costa Mesa has home health (3 communities), memory care (3 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (3 communities), independent living (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Costa Mesa?
Families rate Costa Mesa assisted living communities 4.6 out of 5 on average, across 235 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Costa Mesa assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 9 Costa Mesa communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 89%), food and dining (mentioned for 67%), activities and social life (mentioned for 67%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (78%), staff attitude (22%), communication with families (22%).
Are there small assisted living homes in Costa Mesa?
Yes. Of the 14 Costa Mesa communities with a known size, 8 have ten residents or fewer, 4 have 11 to 60, and 2 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.