Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (37 Rentals)

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Pinecreek Apartments
$2,200 - $2,500

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Base Rent$2,200 - $3,000
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 15

Pinecreek Apartments

2300 Fairview RdCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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St Johns Manor
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St Johns Manor

2031 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Leeward Apartments
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Leeward Apartments

2020 Fullerton AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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The Arbors
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Arbors

140 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Blue Sol
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Blue Sol

421 Bernard StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Halcyon House
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Halcyon House

585 Anton BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92626

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Tower on 19th
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tower on 19th

678 W 19th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Baker Block
1 Bedroom Apartments

Baker Block

125 Baker St ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Aurum
Rent Specials
$3,355 - $4,690

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Base Rent$2,865 - $8,815
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Aurum

2055 Main StIrvine, CA 92614
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NOVA Apartments
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$2,675 - $4,055

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Base Rent$2,675 - $5,430
Total Monthly Price$2,675 - $5,430
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NOVA Apartments

18130 Derian AveIrvine, CA 92614
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Broadstone Edition
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$3,055 - $3,448

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Base Rent$3,087 - $4,116
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Broadstone Edition

1100 SteelyIrvine, CA 92614
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Sofi Irvine
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sofi Irvine

2750 Kelvin AveIrvine, CA 92614
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Domingo Pines
1 Bedroom Apartments

Domingo Pines

851 Domingo DrNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Southtown
1 Bedroom Apartments

Southtown

2140 S Main StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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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 Ponderosa Mobile Estates listed at $1,750.

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 $3,198.

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 1,113 square feet unit starting from $4,895 at Promontory Point Apartment Homes.

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 587 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.