418 E 16th Street
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Coffee bar + more
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- 418 East 16th Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 717-7100$12,000
- 2231 Pacific Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 607-6912$4,500
2231 Pacific Ave
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Walk in closets, Fireplace + more
- 2438 Brittany Woods Lane, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(714) 899-2200$5,000
2438 Brittany Woods Ln: Charming 3 Bed 2.5 Bath in Costa Mesa!
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated + more
- 3071 Platte Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(720) 794-3155$4,850
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- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Concierge, Microwave + more
- 356 Princeton Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(949) 837-5700$6,000
356 Princeton Drive
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Dogs allowed, Garage + more
- 1024 Mission Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(949) 379-6880$3,450
1024 Mission
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan + more
- 2155 Canyon Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(714) 514-8140$2,995
2155 Canyon Drive
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Garage, and Recently renovated
- 3355 Via Merano, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(714) 345-4223$4,200
Luxury Gated Living Minutes from South Coast Plaza
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Garage, Walk in closets, Pool, Playground + more
- 2108 Raleigh Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 673-7600$5,250
2108 Raleigh
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
Recently renovated
- 113 Aspen Lane, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 373-1600$4,500
113 Aspen Lane
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Pool + more
- 777 West 18th Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 673-7600$4,800
777 18th Street
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Microwave, and Range
- 1058 Townhouse Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 688-1402$3,800
2 Story 3Bd 2Ba Townhouse
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Dogs allowed, Garage + more
- 984 El Camino Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(949) 233-7065$2,200
984 El Camino Drive
- 1 unit available
- Studio
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Dogs allowed, Parking, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, Dog park + more
- 2436 Brittany Woods Lane, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 867-0502$4,600
3 Bed/2.5 Bath Townhome In Eastside Costa Mesa!
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
W/D hookup, Dishwasher, Garage, Pool, Tennis court, Clubhouse + more
- 391 La Perle Place, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 270-0440$12,000
391 La Perle Place
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Walk in closets, Ceiling fan + more
- 542 Pierpont Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(657) 300-1494$4,195
542 Pierpont Drive
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Air conditioning, and Fireplace
Average rent in Costa Mesa, California
- Studio
- $2,333Trending down
- 1 Bed
- $2,583Trending down
- 2 Beds
- $3,362Trending down
- 3+ Beds
- $4,030Trending down
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List
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Searching for an apartment for rent in Costa Mesa, CA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 70 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Costa Mesa. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!
The average rent in Costa Mesa is $2,333 for a studio, $2,583 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $3,362 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In Costa Mesa, the average rent is $2,333 for a studio, $2,583 for a 1-bedroom, $3,362 for a 2-bedroom, and $4,030 for a 3-bedroom.
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