Cheap Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA from $1,000 with Washer/Dryer (37 Rentals)

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Coast Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Coast Apartments

400 Merrimac WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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$2,300

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$2,300
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1506 W Anahurst Pl

Santa AnaCA92704
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Park Newport
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$2,402 - $5,146
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Park Newport

1 Park NewportNewport Beach, CA 92660
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20141 Orchid St, Unit Orchid
$2,450
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$2,450
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 5

20141 Orchid St, Unit Orchid

20141 Orchid StNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Broadstone Archive
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$2,468 - $6,643
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Broadstone Archive

1901 E Dyer RdSanta Ana, CA 92705
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Broadstone Arden
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$2,547 - $5,463
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Broadstone Arden

1951 E dyer RdSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Seashore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seashore Apartments

19822 Brookhurst StHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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Sofi Irvine
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sofi Irvine

2750 Kelvin AveIrvine, CA 92614
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Bayshore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayshore Apartments

2888 Bayshore DrNewport Beach, CA 92663
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Aspen Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Village

3600 Aspen Village WaySanta Ana, CA 92704

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Huntington Bay
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Huntington Bay

10152 Ascot CirHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $2,095.

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 $4,191.

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 87 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 $633 which is $3,558 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Costa Mesa.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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.