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- 825 Center Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$2,175
- 3094 Yellowstone Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$4,500
3094 Yellowstone Drive
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- 1616 Iowa Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$2,190
1616 Iowa St
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated + more
- 372 East 20th Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 945-2158$2,900
372 20th Street
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, and Range
- 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
- 2437 Fordham Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(714) 540-7355$5,000
2437 Fordham Drive
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, 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
- 2525 Orange Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 294-8717$5,495
2525 Orange Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more
- 2424 Santa Ana Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 584-2228$3,500
2424 santa ana
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
Recently renovated
- 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
- 1630 Cliff Isle Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 227-2223$5,995
1630 Cliff Isle Way
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Garage, Walk in closets, Pool, and Bocce court
- 1751 Westminster Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 334-5026$5,095
Gorgeous, updated 3 bed, 2 bath home in the heart of Costa Mesa!
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated + more
- 1317 Corte Alemano, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(949) 331-8532$4,175
1317 Corte Alemano
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
- 683 West 17th Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 438-4340$5,200
683 W 17th Street
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
Dishwasher, Garage, Air conditioning, Bocce court, Fire pit, and Bbq/grill
- 1672 Topanga, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 438-4340$5,300
1672 Topanga
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Dogs allowed, Dog park, Air conditioning, Bbq/grill, and Microwave
Average rent in Costa Mesa, California
- Studio
- $2,311Trending up
- 1 Bed
- $2,656Trending up
- 2 Beds
- $3,332Trending up
- 3+ Beds
- $4,214Trending up
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List
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Westside Costa Mesa
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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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Central Costa Mesa
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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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Eastside Costa Mesa
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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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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 75 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 $2,311 for a studio, $2,656 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $3,332 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 $2,311 for a studio, $2,656 for a 1-bedroom, $3,332 for a 2-bedroom, and $4,214 for a 3-bedroom.
You can get the best deal by searching by apartments that are offering move-in specials in Costa Mesa.
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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, Cerritos College, Western University of Health Sciences, Concordia University-Irvine, and Southern California University of Health Sciences.