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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA
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Apartments Under $1,200

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    2239 W 5TH STREET, SANTA ANA, CA 92703
    2 BEDS $2,035
    3 BEDS $2,338
    4 BEDS $1,031+

Apartments Under $1,600

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    123 Korriban Ln., Irvine, CA 92602
    1 BED $1,500
    2 BEDS $2,250
    3 BEDS $2,000

Apartments Under $1,800

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    17272 Walnut, Tustin, CA 92780
    STUDIO $1,760+
    1 BED $2,130+
    2 BEDS $2,805+

Apartments Under $2,000

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    13920 Hoover Street, Westminster, CA 92683
    STUDIO $2,104+
    1 BED $1,901+
    2 BEDS $1,996+
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    19221 Delaware, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
    1 BED $1,925+
    2 BEDS $2,500+
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    17301 Keelson Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
    STUDIO $1,995+
    1 BED $2,185+
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Apartments Under $2,200

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    635 West Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    STUDIO $2,000+
    1 BED $2,225+
    2 BEDS $2,800+
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    2810 17Th Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
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    1 BED $2,000+
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    7892 Holt Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92647
    1 BED $2,095

Apartments Under $2,400

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    655 Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    1 BED $2,205+
    2 BEDS $2,845+
    3 BEDS $3,925+
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    1722 N. Bush Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706
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    1 BED $2,280
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    50 Eastshore, Irvine, CA 92604
    1 BED $2,295+
    2 BEDS $2,976+
    3 BEDS $3,928+
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    1549 Placentia Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92663
    1 BED $2,395+
    2 BEDS $2,795
    3 BEDS $3,300+
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    2750 Kelvin Avenue, Irvine, CA 92614
    STUDIO $2,400+
    1 BED $2,458+
    2 BEDS $3,106+
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    1322 Walnut Ave., Tustin, CA 92780
    1 BED $2,450
    2 BEDS $2,950+
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    17091 Kenyon Drive, Tustin, CA 92780
    2 BEDS $2,513+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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    1401-1409 Superior Ave., Newport Beach, CA 92663
    STUDIO $3,225
    1 BED $2,545
    2 BEDS $3,225
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    621 West Wilson, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    2 BEDS $2,550+
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    21 California Avenue, Irvine, CA 92612
    3 Units available
    1 BED $2,625
    A kitchen with white cabinetry and black appliances at Harvard Manor, Irvine, CA Bedroom with white walls and white bedding at Harvard Manor, Irvine, 92612 Swimming pool with chaise lounges and trees in the background at Harvard Manor, Irvine, California Tennis court with lights and trees in the background at Harvard Manor, Irvine, CA, 92612
    Overview

    Discover the perfect blend of city living and natural beauty at our Irvine apartments. Ideally located on Harvard Ave in the vibrant University Town Center, our community offers an excellent location for UCI students seeking a convenient and comfortable lifestyle. With the University of California Irvine just 0.2 miles away, you'll enjoy easy access to campus while being surrounded by an array of desirable amenities and attractions.

    Amenities
    • Pool
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Fitness Center
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    843 W. 15Th Street, Newport Beach, CA 92663
    1 BED $2,730
    2 BEDS $3,160+
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    4201 Jamboree Rd, Newport Beach, CA 92660
    STUDIO $2,989+
    1 BED $2,901+
    2 BEDS $3,540+
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    17600 Cartwright Rd, Irvine, CA 92614
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    1 BED $2,925
    2 BEDS $4,100
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    15520 Tustin Village Way, Tustin, CA 92780
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    421 North Lyon Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
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    7521 Wyoming St, Westminster, CA 92683
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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

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

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $2,000 and $4,025. Find cheap apartments in Costa Mesa, CA.

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

There are 3 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Costa Mesa, CA were last updated on 6 Dec 2024.

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

The average Costa Mesa, CA cheap apartment size is 527 sq. ft.

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

Cheap apartments in 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 Costa Mesa, CA?

A cheap apartment in Costa Mesa, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments. You might be interested in studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, or browse all RentCafe apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA.

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Finding the right apartment as far as size and location go is one aspect of apartment searching, but making sure that it provides all that you need within a reasonable price is another. On RentCafe, you can search for cheap apartments near you and ensure that you find one that suites your needs. Worried the neighborhood or city you are looking to move to is known to have higher rents? You can browse our listings and find the cheap apartments in any location, whether you are looking at a specific neighborhood, ZIP code, or city.

The perfect apartment for you is out there, either near you or anywhere in the U.S. that you are looking to move to. So, let's find the one that satisfies your wants and needs, but that also comes at an affordable price.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Costa Mesa, CA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Costa Mesa, CA has never been easier. We feature 134 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Costa Mesa, CA average. What is a cheap rent in Costa Mesa, CA? The average apartment rent in Costa Mesa is $2,812 per month so any rental south of $2,250 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Costa Mesa, CA rents go as low as $1,031/mo.

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