Costa Mesa Living
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Pet friendly, and Parking
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- 2093 Continental Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(714) 598-9693$4,795
- 1920 Maple Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(714) 840-1700$4,295
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
- 2436 Brittany Woods Lane, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 867-0502$4,200
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
- 600 Hamilton Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(714) 840-1700$2,850
HAMILTON600
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Parking, Recently renovated, Air conditioning + more
- 2216 Anaheim Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(714) 528-3100$5,349
Central costa Mesa 5 bdrm home
- 1 unit available
- 5 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated, and Garbage disposal
- 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
- 2097 Orange Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(714) 444-4663$4,650
2097 Orange Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + 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
- 789 West 18th Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627(949) 375-6304$3,795
Costa Mesa Townhome | 2BR, 2.5BA | Minutes to the Coast | *FREE ½ MONTHS RENT UPON MOVE IN*
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Cats allowed, Garage, Air conditioning, and Fireplace
- 3000 Country Club Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(714) 540-7355$10,500
3000 Country Club
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
Putting green, Recently renovated, Fire pit, Clubhouse, and Bbq/grill
- 3071 Platte Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(714) 540-7355$4,750
3071 Platte
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more
- 851 Saint Clair Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626(714) 540-7355$6,000
851 Saint Clair Street
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Dogs allowed, Garage, Recently renovated, Pool, Dog park + more
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
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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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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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 71 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 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, California State University-Fullerton, El Camino College-Compton Center, Orange Coast College, and Hacienda La Puente Adult Education.