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Ponderosa Mobile Estates
1991 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Westbay Apartments
825 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pinecreek Apartments
2300 Fairview RdCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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South Coast Fountains
739 Paularino AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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The Hamilton Apartments
780-790 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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3400 Avenue Of The Arts
3400 Avenue of the ArtsCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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AtWater Cove
425 Merrimac WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Olive Tree
2190 College AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Madison Newport Apartment Homes
2345 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Wimbledon Glen
1142 Buckingham DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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The Enclave at South Coast
400 Enclave CirCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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The Arbors
140 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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St. John's Manor
2031 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Leeward Apartments
2020 Fullerton AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Baker Block
125 Baker St ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Crystal Springs
10244 Warner AveFountain Valley, CA 92708
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$2,395 - $2,995Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 19
Beach House Apartments
1433 Superior AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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Rize Irvine
1100 SynergyIrvine, CA 92614
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Serena Vista Apartments
10300 La Hacienda AveFountain Valley, CA 92708
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Bloom
651 Sunflower AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Broadstone Edition
1100 SteelyIrvine, CA 92614
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Aurum
2055 Main StIrvine, CA 92614
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The Palms at South Coast
1331 W Central AveSanta Ana, CA 92704
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Sofi Irvine
2750 Kelvin AveIrvine, CA 92614
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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 | $2,640 | $1,481 | $3,733 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,072 | $1,508 | $6,540 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,877 | $1,808 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,365 | $2,088 | $10,000+ |
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Maude B. Davis Elementary
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (570)
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Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (501)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Costa Mesa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Costa Mesa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Costa Mesa is under $2,020.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Costa Mesa?
The cheapest apartment in Costa Mesa is Parc Derian which is listed at $1,508, while the average apartment in Costa Mesa costs $3,959.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Costa Mesa?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 31 regular apartments in Costa Mesa that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Costa Mesa?
Cheap apartments in Costa Mesa have an average cost of $286 which is $3,673 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Costa Mesa.
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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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.
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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.
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.
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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.