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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA. 136 Rentals Available
136 Rentals Available

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Apartments Under $2,000

  • Rent specials New units available
    1 bd $1,895+
    2 bd $2,409
    Base rent
    3.5 (27)
    2201 S. Pacific Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92704
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 1 bd $1,975
    Base rent
    19391 Newhaven Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
    Dog friendly • Air conditioner • Washer/Dryer

Apartments Under $2,200

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    1 bd $2,079+
    2 bd $2,344+
    Base rent
    3.0 (3)
    18700 Florida St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 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
    Apply online • Parking • Fitness center
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $2,195
    2 bd $2,795+
    Base rent
    8450 Atlanta Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher

Apartments Under $2,400

Apartments Under $2,600

  • 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
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking

Apartments Under $2,800

  • New units available Only 3 units left
    1 bd $2,615+
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    21 California Avenue, Irvine, CA 92612
    Apply online • Fitness center • Pool
  • New units available 19 units available
    1 bd $2,719+
    2 bd $3,716+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (51)
    17600 Cartwright Rd, Irvine, CA 92614
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center

Apartments Under $3,000

  • Rent specials Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,810
    2 bd $3,100
    Base rent
    5.0 (5)
    843 W. 15Th Street, Newport Beach, CA 92663
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New units available
    Studio $2,830+
    1 bd $3,160+
    2 bd $3,972+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (123)
    4201 Jamboree Rd, Newport Beach, CA 92660
    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
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Frequently asked questions

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

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $2,200 and $3,600.

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

There are 13 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Costa Mesa, CA were last updated on 18 Jun 2026.

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

The average Costa Mesa, CA cheap apartment size is 582 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.

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 136 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 $2,861 per month so any rental south of $2,289 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Costa Mesa, CA rents go as low as $1,895/mo.