
Short Term Lease 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (41 Rentals)


27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde

Lux Costa Mesa

Missions at Back Bay

Pinecreek Village Apartments

Harbor at Mesa Verde

Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa

South Coast Fountains
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Harbor Village Apartments

Westbay Eldon Apartments

Westbay Apartments

Baywind Apartment Homes

Pacific Villas

Casa Victoria Apartments

1519 Orange Ave
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555 Paularino Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID8267A

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555 Paularino Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID5087A

Leeward Apartments

Wallace Court Apartments

Baker Block

Coastal Heights Senior Living

Sundance West

Newport Village Apartments
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Sea Pointe Villa

Beach House Apartments

Huntington Vista

Eight 80 Newport Beach

The Residences on Jamboree

Casa Del Sol

Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes

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The Galleria
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The Waterfront

Los Arbolitos Huntington Beach Apartments

Sea Environment Apartments

Reserve at South Coast

Palm Island 55+ Active Senior Community

Huntington Bay

Skyline at MacArthur Place

Main Street Village
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305 E Bay Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Costa Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,641 | $1,500 | $4,340 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,124 | $1,508 | $7,595 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,924 | $1,808 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,817 | $2,088 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Costa Mesa with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Costa Mesa is at Parc Derian listed at $1,508.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Costa Mesa is $3,124.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Costa Mesa is a 1,091 square feet unit starting from $5,895 at Villas Fashion Island.
What is the average size for Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Costa Mesa is currently 815 sq ft.
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.