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Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA
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    198 days ago

    554, South Fairview, Santa Monica, CA 25417
    4 Units available
    2 BEDS $1,000+
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  • 199 days ago

    1215 Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    1 BED $1
  • 199 days ago

    3333 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • 1827 days ago

    Santa Barbara Lane, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    1 BED $800+
    2 BEDS $700+
  • 199 days ago

    1850 Whittier Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $2,400
  • 198 days ago

    554, South Fairview, Santa Monica, CA 25417
    2 BEDS $1,000+
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  • 766 Saint Clair Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

  • 3700 South Plaza Drive, Santa Ana, CA 92704
    Studio $1,255+
    1 BED $1,410+
    2+ BEDS $1,955+
  • 837 days ago

    100 Newport Beach Way, Newport Beach, CA 92603
    1 BED $990
    2 BEDS $1,400
  • 245 days ago

    3 Hutton Center Drive- DO NOT USE, Santa Ana, CA 92707
    1 BED $1,000
    2 BEDS $2,000
    3 BEDS $3,000
  • 198 days ago

    3 Hutton Centre Drive, Santa Ana, NY 92707
    1 BED $1,200
    2 BEDS $1,600
    3 BEDS $1,800
  • 199 days ago

    233 Via Genoa, Newport Beach, CA 92663
    Studio $100
    1 BED $2,000
    2+ BEDS $3,500
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  • 199 days ago

    12543 Macarthur Blvd., Irvine, CA 92626
    2 BEDS $2,000
  • 837 days ago

    12543 Macarthur Blvd., Irvine, CA 92626
    2 BEDS $2,000
  • 434 days ago

    397 Irvine Boulevard, Irvine, CA 92602
    Studio Ask for Pricing
    4 BEDS $4,200
    5 BEDS $5,000+
  • 199 days ago

    701 Via Lido Soud, Newport Beach, CA 92663
    1 BED $2,600
    2 BEDS $4,100
  • 199 days ago

    900 Via Lido Soud&&&&, Newport Beach, CA 92663
    4 BEDS $6,600
  • 255 days ago

    8893 Salmon Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
    2 BEDS $1,000
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  • 261 days ago

    2737 West Edinger Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92704
    2 BEDS $1,900
  • 444 days ago

    9895 Warner Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
    3 BEDS $1,000

  • 20422 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, CA 92648
  • 1430 days ago

    4141 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612
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  • 465 days ago

    8384 El Arroyo Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
    2 BEDS $4,000
  • 1026 days ago

    516 1/2 Iris Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92625
    1 BED $1,000
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Average rent in Costa Mesa, CA

$2,122/mo Costa Mesa, CA average rental price, January 2020
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,122.

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    Check out the average rent prices in Costa Mesa by neighborhood.

    Compared to the national average rent of $1,395, the average rent in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,122.

    Getting around in Costa Mesa, CA

    49 /100
    Car-Dependent
    41 /100
    Some Transit
    70 /100
    Very Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 49, Transit Score®: 41, Bike Score®: 70

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Costa Mesa, CA last updated?

    Prices and availability in Costa Mesa, CA were last updated on 21 Dec 2023.

    What are the best apartments in Costa Mesa, CA?

    The best apartments in Costa Mesa, CA are: 1215 Baker Street, 3333 Bristol Street, Santa Barbara Lane, Camden Sea Palms and 766 Saint Clair Street.

    What is the average rent in Costa Mesa, CA?

    The average rent in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,122. Start your search for apartments in Costa Mesa, CA now.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is between $3,500 and $5,000. View all studio apartments in Costa Mesa, CA.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is between $800 and $2,400. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa, CA now.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is between $700 and $2,400. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA.

    What type of rental buildings are in Costa Mesa, CA?

    In Costa Mesa, 60% of the residents are renting compared to 40% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 19% of Costa Mesa’s rentals, 63% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 17% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Costa Mesa, CA?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Costa Mesa are about 40 years old, on average. Of these, 15% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 2 stories. About 96% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 4% are mid-rises, and 2% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Costa Mesa, CA?

    Studio apartments in Costa Mesa are around 8% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 49% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 39% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

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