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Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA


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  • Apartments Under $800

  • Studio $753+
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    Irvine Inn

    4.0 (9)
    2810 WARNER AVE, IRVINE, CA 92606
    Pet friendly • Fitness center • Pool
  • Apartments Under $1,700

  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $1,650
    Base rent
    1401 N. Flower Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
  • Apartments Under $1,800

  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $1,799
    Base rent
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    WESTERNER

    4.0 (6)
    421 North Lyon Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Apartments Under $1,900

  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $1,895
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    Park City View

    510 MORTIMER ST, SANTA ANA, CA 92701
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Patio/Balcony
  • Apartments Under $2,100

  • 1 bd $2,050
    2 bd $2,300
    Base rent
    620 W. Washington Ave. #216, Santa Ana, CA 92706
    Parking • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
  • Apartments Under $2,200

  • Rent specials Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,100
    4 bd $4,750
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    Hanabosho Apartments

    1021 N. Flower St., Santa Ana, CA 92703
    Apply online • Parking • Patio/Balcony
  • New Units Available
    Studio $2,178+
    1 bd $2,459+
    2 bd $2,727+
    Base rent
    4.0 (43)
    635 West Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,250
    Base rent
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    Orange-Elden

    2151 Orange Ave., 2152 Elden Ave., 2160 Elden Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 6 units available
    Studio $2,265
    1 bd $2,505+
    2 bd $3,010
    Base rent
    4.5 (14)
    845 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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  • 15 units available
    1 bd $2,365+
    2 bd $2,689+
    Base rent
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    Reserve At South Coast

    4.0 (41)
    3124 South Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92707
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,450
    2 bd $2,695
    Base rent
    4.0 (3)
    241 Avocado Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials Rewards
    1 bd $2,455
    2 bd $2,800+
    Base rent
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    Briarwood Apartments

    4.5 (19)
    1322 Walnut Ave., Tustin, CA 92780
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $2,518+
    1 bd $2,505+
    2 bd $3,259+
    Base rent
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    Sofi Irvine

    4.0 (15)
    2750 Kelvin Avenue, Irvine, CA 92614
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials Only 3 units left
    1 bd $2,735+
    2 bd $3,460
    Base rent
    5.0 (5)
    843 W. 15Th Street, Newport Beach, CA 92663
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available 19 units available
    1 bd $2,900+
    2 bd $3,756+
    Base rent
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    The Cartwright

    4.5 (52)
    17600 Cartwright Rd, Irvine, CA 92614
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 2 bd $2,950+
    Base rent
    4.0 (11)
    621 West Wilson, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    Pet friendly • Parking • Pool
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $2,972+
    1 bd $3,240+
    2 bd $4,877+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    One Uptown Newport

    4.0 (124)
    4201 Jamboree Rd, Newport Beach, CA 92660
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • New Units Available Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $3,095+
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    Harvard Manor

    21 California Avenue, Irvine, CA 92612
    Apply online • Fitness center • Pool
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    3.5 (27)
    2201 S. Pacific Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92704
    Pet friendly • Fitness center • Dishwasher
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    Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    Casa Bella

    1840 Park Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    High Speed Internet • Laundry Facilities
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    517 South Newhope Street, Santa Ana, CA 92704
    Pet friendly • Parking • Pool
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    Alder Court Apartments

    225 South Newhope Street, Santa Ana, CA 92704
    Parking • Pool • Dishwasher
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    First Street Santa Ana

    4.5 (2)
    1440 E. 1St Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
    Pet friendly • Parking • Dishwasher
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    3.5 (10)
    15520 Tustin Village Way, Tustin, CA 92780
    Pet friendly • Parking • Pool
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    Saddleback Lodge

    1655 E First St, Santa Ana, CA 92701
    In unit laundry • Air conditioner • Hardwood Floors
  • 2-23-nhood



Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $2,178 and $11,348.

How many cheap rentals are available in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA on RentCafe?

There are 7 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA were last updated on 8 Nov 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA?

The average South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA cheap apartment size is 343 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA?

Cheap apartments in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA?

A cheap apartment in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in South Coast Metro has never been easier. We feature 159 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA average, which is currently $3,101. On RentCafe, South Coast Metro rents go as low as $753/mo.