Central Orange County features several distinct cities, each offering a different mix of shopping, culture, and access to the coast.

• Costa Mesa
  This city stands out for its arts and shopping scene, anchored by the Segerstrom Center for the Arts and South Coast Plaza. Renting here, in a community like Mediterranean Village, places residents a short distance from Fairview Park, the OC Fair & Event Center, and Orange Coast College.
• Newport Beach
  Located south of Costa Mesa, Newport Beach is known for Newport Harbor, the Balboa Peninsula, and the shops and restaurants at Fashion Island. The city offers harbor views, beach access, and a wide range of dining options.
• Irvine
  Situated east of Costa Mesa, Irvine is a master-planned city home to the University of California, Irvine, and the Irvine Spectrum Center. The city features planned residential villages, parks, and a large base of corporate offices.
• Santa Ana
  Positioned north of Costa Mesa, Santa Ana centers on its historic downtown, home to the Bowers Museum and the Discovery Cube Orange County. Local restaurants and galleries add to the downtown area.

Costa Mesa pairs its reputation as the City of the Arts with a central Orange County location and easy access to the coast.

• A Hub for the Arts
  Costa Mesa is home to the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, where the Pacific Symphony performs, along with South Coast Repertory and the Orange County Museum of Art. These venues sit together in the city's Arts District.
• Shopping and Dining Destinations
  South Coast Plaza is one of the largest shopping centers in the country, with hundreds of retailers and restaurants. The LAB Anti-Mall adds an alternative mix of shops and dining nearby.
• The OC Fair & Event Center and Open Space
  The OC Fair & Event Center hosts the Orange County Fair each summer, along with concerts at the Pacific Amphitheatre. Fairview Park adds open space with trails, and the Costa Mesa Country Club offers golf.
• A Central Orange County Location
  Costa Mesa borders Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana, Irvine, and Fountain Valley, with the 405 and 55 freeways connecting residents throughout the county.

Mediterranean Village's location puts residents within a short distance of Costa Mesa's arts venues, shopping districts, and nearby beaches.

• 1 mile to Costa Mesa Country Club
• 1 mile to Fairview Park
• 1 mile to OC Fair & Event Center
• 3 miles to The LAB Anti-Mall
• 4 miles to South Coast Plaza
• 4 miles to Segerstrom Center for the Arts
• 7 miles to Fashion Island
• 4 miles to Balboa Peninsula

Costa Mesa sits at the center of Orange County's business, healthcare, and education corridor, giving residents a direct commute to major employment hubs. The community's proximity to Harbor Boulevard and the 405 freeway ensures straightforward travel to the region's top employers.

• 1 mile to Orange Coast College
• 1 mile to Vanguard University
• 3 miles to Automobile Club of Southern California
• 3 miles to Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
• 4 miles to Experian North America Headquarters
• 6 miles to University of California, Irvine

The on-site features at Costa Mesa communities like Mediterranean Village are designed to provide everyday convenience and comfort.

• Three Pools, a Spa, and Dry Saunas
  Spend the day at one of three pools, then unwind in the spa or dry saunas, with free Wi-Fi available at the main pool area.
• 24-Hour Fitness Center
  Handle your workouts on your own schedule inside the on-site fitness center.
• Clubhouse and Internet Café
  Get work done in the internet café and business center, or gather with friends in the clubhouse, surrounded by green courtyards.
• Homes with Large Closets and Select Fireplaces
  Homes include a gas range, dishwasher, and large closets, with air conditioning, stainless steel appliances, wood-look flooring, and fireplaces available in select homes.