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Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA

Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA. 129 Rentals Available
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  • Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $2,330+
    2 bd $3,040+
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    4.5 (14)
    2400 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New units available Only 2 units left
    3 bd $3,809+
    Base rent
    1981 Wallace Avenue C101, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Dishwasher
  • New units available 7 units available
    1 bd $2,435+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (8)
    550 Paularino Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials 8 units available
    1 bd $2,654
    2 bd $2,945
    Total monthly cost
    1500 Mesa Verde Drive E., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Parking
  • 7 units available
    1 bd $2,200
    2 bd $2,750
    Base rent
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    4.0 (18)
    2300 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Parking • Fitness center
  • 7 units available
    1 bd $3,300+
    2 bd $3,950+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    313 & 325 E 17Th Place, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $2,330+
    2 bd $3,040+
    Base rent
    4.5 (14)
    2400 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 3 units left
    Studio $2,290
    1 bd $2,530
    2 bd $2,965
    Base rent
    4.5 (14)
    845 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,678+
    Total monthly cost
    2013 Charle Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
  • Rent specials
    Studio $2,350+
    1 bd $2,735
    2 bd $3,700+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (27)
    1142 Buckingham Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Dog friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $2,400+
    2 bd $3,020+
    3 bd $4,170
    Base rent
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    4.0 (35)
    655 Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New units available Only 2 units left
    3 bd $3,809+
    Base rent
    1981 Wallace Avenue C101, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Dishwasher
  • Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $2,380+
    2 bd $3,090+
    3 bd $4,070
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (27)
    1000 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New units available
    1 bd $2,683+
    2 bd $2,905+
    Total monthly cost
    4.0 (12)
    1850 Whittier Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials
    Studio $2,729+
    1 bd $2,958+
    2 bd $3,653
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (1)
    125 Baker Street East, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Studio $3,500+
    1 bd $2,200+
    2 bd $3,900
    Base rent
    4.0 (43)
    635 West Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,400
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    2151 Orange Ave., 2152 Elden Ave., 2160 Elden Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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  • New units available 7 units available
    1 bd $3,300+
    2 bd $3,950+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    313 East 17Th Place, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
  • New units available Only 2 units left
    2 bd $3,975+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    325 East 17Th Place, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
  • Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $4,995
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (1)
    2558 Orange Ave #C, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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  • Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $5,195
    Base rent
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    2558 Orange Ave #F, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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  • Only 2 units 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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  • Only 1 unit left
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    4.0 (3)
    151 East 21St Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Pet friendly • Parking • Pool
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    4.0 (2)
    381 Hamilton Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Pet friendly • Washer/Dryer
  • 1 bd $2,495
    2 bd $3,225+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (6)
    685 W. 18Th St, 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 18 Jul 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 $2,290 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 $2,200 and $5,736.

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 $2,250 and $8,204.

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 $2,380 and $5,195.

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

In Costa Mesa 60% of the housing is rented out compared to 40% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 20% of Costa Mesa's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 61% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 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.

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