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Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA

Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA. 147 Rentals Available
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  • Only 3 units left
    3 bd $3,770+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1981 Wallace Avenue C101, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Dishwasher
  • Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $2,435+
    2 bd $4,349+
    Base rent
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    4.5 (12)
    2400 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • A house with a red tile roof and a garden in front.
    New units available Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $4,995
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (1)
    2558 Orange Ave #C, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Four people are sitting at a table, laughing and enjoying drinks.
    Rent specials 7 units available
    1 bd $3,275+
    2 bd $3,925+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    325 East 17Th Place, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a sign in front of a house with a building in the background
    Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $2,800+
    3 bd $3,325+
    Base rent
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    4.0 (3)
    2178 Canyon Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with a white couch and a tv
    Rent specials 7 units available
    Studio $2,350
    1 bd $2,565+
    2 bd $2,880+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (14)
    845 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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  • a living room with couches and a table
    Only 3 units left
    3 bd $3,770+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    1981 Wallace Avenue C101, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Dishwasher
  • A living room with yellow couches and a patterned rug.
    Rent specials New units available
    Studio $2,729+
    1 bd $2,938+
    2 bd $3,632+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    125 Baker Street East, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • A living room with a beige couch and a black coffee table.
    New units available 9 units available
    1 bd $2,445
    2 bd $3,065
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (8)
    550 Paularino Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    1 bd $2,787
    2 bd $2,937+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (11)
    1850 Whittier Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • A sign that says "Pine Hollow" is in front of a building and some trees.
    Only 2 units left
    1 bd $3,025
    2 bd $2,895
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    2151 Pacific Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Cat friendly
  • a bedroom with a bed and a closet
    Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $2,435+
    2 bd $4,349+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (12)
    2400 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • a white house with a balcony and trees
    Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,222
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    1840 Park Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a large island.
    Rent specials 8 units available
    1 bd $3,275+
    2 bd $3,850+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    313 & 325 E 17Th Place, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and counter tops and a window
    New units available Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,250
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    2621 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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  • A kitchen with a dining table set for four.
    Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $2,150
    2 bd $2,750
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (18)
    2300 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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  • Four people are sitting at a table, laughing and enjoying drinks.
    Rent specials 5 units available
    2 bd $3,850+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    313 East 17Th Place, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    New units available
    Studio $3,500+
    1 bd $2,200+
    2 bd $3,900
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (43)
    635 West Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • a living room with a blue couch and a orange painting on the wall
    Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $2,350+
    2 bd $3,020
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (35)
    655 Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • A living room with a white sofa and a painting on the wall.
    New units available
    Studio $2,350
    1 bd $2,765
    2 bd $3,270
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (26)
    1142 Buckingham Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Dog friendly
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $2,654
    2 bd $2,945
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (7)
    1500 Mesa Verde Drive E., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Cat friendly
  • A living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
    Rent specials
    1 bd $2,255+
    2 bd $3,120+
    3 bd $3,955+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (27)
    1000 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 398 W. Wilson St. 2-3 Beds Apartment for Rent
    Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $2,100
    3 bd $2,800
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (2)
    398 W. Wilson St., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a counter top
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    2151 Orange Ave., 2152 Elden Ave., 2160 Elden Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Pet friendly
  • an empty living room with wood floors and a kitchen
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    Verified Listing

    4.0 (3)
    151 East 21St Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Pet friendly
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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 6 Jun 2026.

What are the best apartments in Costa Mesa, CA?
What is the average rent in Costa Mesa, CA?

The average rent in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,812.

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 $2,350 and $3,600.

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 $1,197 and $5,282.

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 $2,222 and $8,689.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is between $2,729 and $6,000.

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 20% of Costa Mesa's rentals, 61% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 18% are single-family rentals.

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

The average age of rental buildings in Costa Mesa is 41 years old, with 19% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which 93% are garden-style apartment communities, 7% are mid-sized buildings, and 2% are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Costa Mesa, CA?

Studio apartments in Costa Mesa are around 7% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 50% 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.