$1,000 OFF FIRST MONTH'S RENT! 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome,
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Garage, Walk in closets + more
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- 1920 Maple Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(714) 840-1700$4,295
- 1741 Tustin Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(714) 974-9191$4,400
1741 Tustin Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Granite counters, Garage, Recently renovated, Courtyard, and Extra storage
- 1226 Londonderry Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(949) 203-3949$5,600
1226 Londonderry Street
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Dogs allowed, Garage, Recently renovated + more
- 380 West Wilson Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 498-3702$4,200
380 W Wilson
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Microwave + more
- 2164 San Michel Drive East, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 717-7100$4,500
2164 San Michel E
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
W/D hookup, Garage, Recently renovated, Pool, Air conditioning, and Hot tub
- 2424 Santa Ana Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 584-2228$3,500
2424 santa ana
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
Recently renovated
- 230 Cabrillo Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 642-6700$6,300
230 Cabrillo Street
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
W/D hookup, Dishwasher, Garage, Air conditioning, Microwave, Garbage disposal + more
- 2336 Elden Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(310) 278-8861$6,500
2336 Elden Ave unit: D
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Garage, Recently renovated, Furnished, and Oven
- 1213 Belfast Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(949) 227-2223$7,250
1213 Belfast Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
Hardwood floors, Garage, Recently renovated, Pool, Air conditioning, and Tennis court
- 2857 Ellesmere Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(949) 227-2223$7,000
2857 Ellesmere Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated + more
- 3048 Kittendale Bay, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(213) 562-1590$1,800
3048 Kittendale Bay # 18
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
- 2231 Pacific Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(858) 869-1224$3,995
2231 Pacific Avenue - 1#9
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
- 2466 Fairbrook Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(949) 867-0502$3,600
Beautiful 2 Bedroom Home in Costa Mesa
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Pool, Air conditioning + more
- 3036 Clubhouse Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(949) 556-3892Ask for price
For Rent 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath Condo in Mesa Verde, Costa Mesa $4,195
- Contact for Availability
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, Garage, Pool, Ceiling fan + more
- 600 Hamilton Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(714) 840-1700$2,850
600 Hamilton
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, Air conditioning + more
- 2210 Canyon Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 677-0994$3,495
2210 Canyon Drive
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
Average rent in Costa Mesa, California
- Studio
- $2,375+Trending down
- 1 Bed
- $2,737+Trending down
- 2 Beds
- $3,268+Trending down
- 3+ Beds
- $4,063+Trending down
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees
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Westside Costa Mesa
What it’s like to live in Westside Costa Mesa
Westside Costa Mesa combines beach proximity with more affordable pricing than neighboring Newport Beach. Rental options include everything from apartments to California bungalows, many with outdoor living spaces perfect for enjoying the perfect climate. The neighborhood offers excellent access to both beach recreation and the dining options along 17th Street, creating an ideal balance for coastal enthusiasts seeking value within Orange County's premium market.
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Eastside Costa Mesa
What it’s like to live in Eastside Costa Mesa
Creative energy flows through Eastside Costa Mesa, where modest beach bungalows and California ranch homes attract artists, musicians, and young professionals seeking coastal proximity without Newport Beach prices. The neighborhood's walking distance to both Newport Beach's Upper Back Bay nature preserve and 17th Street's restaurant row creates perfect balance between natural and urban amenities. Though some properties show their age with vintage quirks requiring maintenance knowledge beyond typical renter experience, the trade-off comes in architectural character and established gardens unavailable in newer developments. The primary consideration remains street parking challenges, particularly during summer beach season when visitor overflow affects residential areas. The neighborhood perfectly balances coastal accessibility with authentic community character increasingly rare in Orange County's more developed beach communities.
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Families
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Central Costa Mesa
What it’s like to live in Central Costa Mesa
Eclectic energy defines this enclave where the LAB Anti-Mall hosts avant-garde art installations. Renters love walkability to OC Fairgrounds but contend with event-related parking shortages. Many 1960s courtyard complexes lack central AC despite coastal humidity.
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Find an apartment for rent in Costa Mesa, CA
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 80 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 $2,375 for a studio, $2,737 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $3,268 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 $2,375+ for a studio, $2,737+ for a 1-bedroom, $3,268+ for a 2-bedroom, and $4,063+ for a 3-bedroom.*
*Based on base prices that don’t include fees
You can find the lowest-priced apartments in Costa Mesa by using the cheap apartments filter or you can search by apartments that are offering move-in specials.
You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Costa Mesa apartments that allow pets.
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You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Costa Mesa. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include University of California-Irvine, Vanguard University of Southern California, Concordia University-Irvine, Southern California University of Health Sciences, Brandman University, and California State Polytechnic University-Pomona.