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Pacifica Senior Living South Coast

2619 Orange Ave

Costa Mesa, CA 92627

98 beds • Est. 2019 (6 years)


FYI Safety Score

5.5 Poor

6 serious and 9 minor state citations across 29 state inspections, with 9 substantiated complaints. Last inspected in May 2026.

Safety data last updated July 2026

Part of the FYI Safety Scorecard, the independent safety rating for every California assisted living facility.


Why we like it

Pacifica Senior Living South Coast is a 98-bed assisted living community in Costa Mesa, in central Orange County. Part of the Pacifica Senior Living chain, the community is located near South Coast Plaza and major medical centers.

However, the facility's inspection history raises significant concerns that families should investigate before visiting.

  • Central Orange County location

    Costa Mesa sits at the geographic heart of OC, with easy freeway access, Hoag Hospital nearby, and South Coast Plaza just minutes away.

  • Chain operator backing

    Pacifica Senior Living provides corporate infrastructure, standardized protocols, and established training programs across their communities.

  • Mid-sized community

    At 98 beds, the community is large enough for diverse programming but not so large that individual residents get overlooked.

  • Below-average safety record

    6 serious and 9 minor citations across 29 state inspections, with 9 verified complaints. Worth asking directly about recent findings and how they've been addressed before deciding.

  • Ask about improvements

    With a score below 5, it's essential to ask management what specific changes they've implemented to address past findings.


Pricing

Memory Care

Shared Room$3,595–$5,600/mo
Private Room$4,595–$6,400/mo

Pricing is estimated, please contact the facility to confirm.


Where you'll live

2619 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

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Frequently asked questions

How safe is Pacifica Senior Living South Coast?
Pacifica Senior Living South Coast has a FYI Safety Score of 5.5 out of 10, based on California state inspection records. 15 state citations and 9 verified complaints have been documented since 2021 across 29 inspections.
How much does Pacifica Senior Living South Coast cost?
Pacifica Senior Living South Coast starts at $3,595 per month. Contact the facility directly for current pricing, room availability, and care-level costs.
Does Pacifica Senior Living South Coast offer memory care?
Pacifica Senior Living South Coast does not currently list Memory Care. Care types available include: Assisted Living.
Does Pacifica Senior Living South Coast accept Medi-Cal?
Pacifica Senior Living South Coast is not currently listed as a participant in the Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) program for Medi-Cal.
When was Pacifica Senior Living South Coast last inspected?
The most recent state inspection visit to Pacifica Senior Living South Coast was on 2026-05-26. The facility has received 29 total inspection visits on record.
How many violations does Pacifica Senior Living South Coast have?
Pacifica Senior Living South Coast has 15 state citations and 9 verified complaints since 2021 across 29 inspections. Our FYI Safety Score for this facility is 5.5 out of 10, which accounts for the severity and recency of these findings.
How long has Pacifica Senior Living South Coast been in operation?
Pacifica Senior Living South Coast has been licensed for 6 years in Costa Mesa, California, with a licensed capacity of 98 beds.

Facility Details

Facility Type
Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE)
License Number
306005272
Size
98 beds (Large Community (50+ beds))
Licensed Since
May 7, 2019 (6 years)
Licensee
Pacifica Orange County Llc; Costa Mesa Operations
Administrator
Yaylene Mazariegos
Phone
(949) 515-0121
Address
2619 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

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


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