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La Costa Residence

3016 Buchanan Way

Costa Mesa, CA 92626

6 beds • Est. 2024 (2 years)


FYI Safety Score

9.2 Excellent

Despite 4 recent citations, there are no substantiated complaints across 3 inspections — an excellent track record overall. Last inspected in January 2026.


Why we like it

La Costa Residence is a 6-bed residential care home on a 200-acre campus in Costa Mesa. The facility offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing.

  • Full continuum of care

    Multiple levels of care available — age in place without needing to move to a different community.

  • Spacious campus

    200-acre campus with room for outdoor activities and walking.

  • Intimate home setting

    Only 6 beds — a small, personal environment with high staff-to-resident attention.

  • Memory care specialty

    Dedicated memory care program for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia.

  • Active lifestyle programs

    Offers organized activities, events, and social programs to keep residents engaged.

  • Limited amenities

    As a 6-bed residential home, amenities and activities may be more limited than larger communities.

  • Newer community

    Licensed for only 2 years — less of a track record compared to established facilities.


Pricing

Est. starting from $4,110/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.

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Where you'll live

3016 Buchanan Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

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Amenities & Services

Memory Care Program
Dining
Housekeeping
Activities Program
Fitness Center
Beauty Salon
Garden

Frequently asked questions

How safe is La Costa Residence?
La Costa Residence has a FYI Safety Score of 9.2 out of 9.9, our proprietary score based on California state inspection records. 4 state citations and 0 verified complaints have been documented since 2024 across 3 inspections.
How much does La Costa Residence cost?
La Costa Residence starts at $4,110 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does La Costa Residence offer memory care?
La Costa Residence does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does La Costa Residence accept Medi-Cal?
La Costa Residence is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was La Costa Residence last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to La Costa Residence was on 2026-01-28. The facility has received 3 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does La Costa Residence have?
La Costa Residence has 4 state citations and 0 verified complaints since 2024 across 3 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 9.2 out of 9.9, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has La Costa Residence been in operation?
La Costa Residence has been licensed for 2 years in Costa Mesa, California, with a licensed capacity of 6 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
306006445
Size
6 beds (Small Home (1–6 beds))
Licensed Since
January 30, 2024 (2 years)
Licensee
La Costa Residence
Administrator
Calilung, Vanessa S.
Phone
(714) 906-6046
Address
3016 Buchanan Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

License data from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division. View full state record


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