
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA with Utilities Included (74 Rentals)


Harbor at Mesa Verde

Pinecreek Village Apartments

Newport Village Apartments

Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa

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Pinecreek Apartments

Harbor Village Apartments

291 Avocado St.

Casa Victoria Apartments

1581 Coriander Dr
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Mesa Verde Spice Streets Fourplex

2027-29 Harbor Blvd

383 W Wilson St

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Sea Wind Apartments

South Court Apartments

Casa Serena Townhomes

The Arbors

Coast Apartments

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Sea Wind Apartments

Pacifica Apartments

Mesa View Apartments

145 E 18th St

The Courtyards Apartments

Sunset Bay 2

Sunset Bay I Apartments

Canyon Crest Townhomes

Plaza Townhomes

AVA Newport
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372 W Bay St

Garden Vista Apartments

241 W Wilson St

378-384 Avocado St

South Coast Paularino Apartments

Country Woods

Bay Meadow Apartments

Villa West Apartments

Kenwood Place Apartments

531 Wilson St
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Foxhollow Village Apartments

2214 College Ave

Monte Sereno Apartments

Pine Tree Villa

Pointe Mesa

Park Center Place Apartments

Elden Court Apartment Homes

Newport 18th

La Mancha Apartments

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Park Newport
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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 | $2,557 | $1,300 | $4,200 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,968 | $1,575 | $7,695 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,822 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,143 | $2,088 | $10,000+ |
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Best Local Schools in Costa Mesa, CA
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 Westbay Eldon Apartments listed at $2,500.
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 $3,822.
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 $10,406 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 1,177 sq ft.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
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