
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (658 Rentals)


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Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Costa Mesa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,729 | $1,500 | $6,900 |
Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,226 | $1,499 | $10,000+ |
Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,120 | $2,320 | $10,000+ |
Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,958 | $3,095 | $10,000+ |
Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,047 | $1,100 | $8,995 |
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Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 02, 2025There are currently 679 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Costa Mesa, CA that range in price from $2,320 to $13,900. Orange County Airport, Westside Costa Mesa and East Side Costa Mesa are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 2 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Costa Mesa with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Orange County Airport | 255 | $3,800 | $2,575 |
Westside Costa Mesa | 196 | $3,290 | $2,320 |
East Side Costa Mesa | 85 | $3,214 | $2,320 |
Cornerstone | 52 | $3,193 | $2,320 |
College Park | 41 | $3,276 | $2,320 |
Bungalows at Bay Street | 32 | $3,085 | $2,395 |
Downtown Costa Mesa | 18 | $3,181 | $2,320 |
Largest Available Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is found at Colony at Fashion Island in the UC Irvine neighborhood and is 1,546 square feet priced from $6,495. Pinnacle at MacArthur Place in the Valley Adams neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,525 square feet and currently listed start at $3,769. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Costa Mesa:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Colony at Fashion Island | Plan 5 | 1,546 Sq Ft | $6,495 |
Pinnacle at MacArthur Place | dOrsay | 1,525 Sq Ft | $3,769 |
Astoria at Central Park West | Irvine 1 | 1,492 Sq Ft | $5,049 |
The Carlyle | Residence 3 | 1,491 Sq Ft | $4,000 |
3400 Avenue of the Arts | Design 2D Premier | 1,460 Sq Ft | $3,833 |
Metropolis | Sync | 1,423 Sq Ft | $3,861 |
Villas Fashion Island | Plan P | 1,344 Sq Ft | $7,245 |
Axis 2300 Apartments | 22AA | 1,312 Sq Ft | $3,690 |
Enzo | B3 A Loft | 1,305 Sq Ft | $5,288 |
Elements | 2D | 1,286 Sq Ft | $3,948 |
Cheapest Available Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 02, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is the Cayman Model starting from $2,355 at Palm Island 55+ Active Senior Community in the South Harbor neighborhood. The second most affordable Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Valley Park starting at $2,537 in the Windsor Village North neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa is currently $4,120. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Costa Mesa:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Palm Island 55+ Active Senior Community | Cayman | $2,355 |
Valley Park | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | $2,537 |
Apex Apartments | Two bedroom / One bath Large | $2,550 |
Westbay Apartments | 2 Bedroom | $2,595 |
Reserve at South Coast | Two Bedroom One Bath - B1 | $2,638 |
Sea Environment Apartments | 2x1 | $2,650 |
Pacific Villas | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $2,655 |
The Monrovia Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $2,670 |
Costa Mesa Family Village | 2 Bedroom | $2,671 |
Villa Siena | Sunset | $2,719 |
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Costa Mesa Overview
Costa Mesa is the heartbeat of Orange County in many ways, just an arm's stretch to first-class shopping, dining, colleges and beaches, as well as minutes from renowned cultural arts venues and hundreds of major employers. Apartment living in Costa Mesa means quick and easy freeway access to the entire SoCal lifestyle!
Why live in Costa Mesa, CA?
Costa Mesa apartments put you right in the center of the OC, within about 15 minutes of everything – rather than 30 minutes or more. Exits off the 405 give direct access to the world-famous coastlines of Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach and Newport Beach for surfing, bonfires, rollerblading and pier fishing. Costa Mesa itself has 28 parks and two municipal golf courses, so you can easily hop a bus for some local outdoor fun. Shopping is a major thing, with more than 250 boutiques and restaurants at South Coast Plaza, and some interesting indie shops at The Lab, The Camp and the SoCo Collection.
Pet Friendly LifestyleCosta Mesa, CA
Ranked #71
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Costa Mesa, CA
Maude B. Davis Elementary
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Getting Around Costa Mesa, CA
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Costa Mesa with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Costa Mesa is at Palm Island 55+ Active Senior Community listed at $2,355.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Costa Mesa is $4,120.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Costa Mesa is a 1,546 square feet unit starting from $6,495 at Colony at Fashion Island.
What is the average size for Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Costa Mesa is currently 1,229 sq ft.
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