
Top Rated 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (145 Rentals)


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Lux Costa Mesa

Wimbledon Glen

The Enclave at South Coast

South Pointe

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3400 Avenue Of The Arts

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Harbor at Mesa Verde

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580 Anton

AtWater Cove

Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa

Park Mesa Villas

2027-29 Harbor Blvd

The College Avenue Apartments

370 Avocado St

Eastside Eight

2379-2381 Elden Ave

2417 Orange Ave
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2639-2649 Orange Ave

Palermo Townhouse

976 El Camino Dr

2633 Elden Ave

Ebtide

2052 Pomona Ave

235-241 E 18th St

350 Avocado St

121 E Bay St

2446 Elden Ave
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1589 San Bernardino Pl

1786 Rogers Pl

2268 Pamela Ln

592 Hamilton St

3036-3038 Filmore Way

313-323 E 21st St

2354 Santa Ana Ave

Seabright

Bernard Townhome Apartments

Wilson Street
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Bayleaf Apartments

Hamilton Court Apartments

939 W 18th St

Searidge

125 E Bay St

373 W Bay St

2063 Charle St

Sea Pointe Villa

The Cape

Baker Block
Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Costa Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,556 | $1,300 | $4,200 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,982 | $1,900 | $7,495 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,828 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,330 | $2,088 | $10,000+ |
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Maude B. Davis Elementary
Charles W. Tewinkle Middle
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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 Valley Park listed at $2,379.
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 $3,828.
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 2,342 square feet unit starting from $10,812 at Astoria at Central Park West.
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 1,164 sq ft.
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