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Bedford Apartments
Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Costa Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,490 | $1,300 | $3,733 |
| Cheap Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,959 | $1,450 | $6,385 |
| Cheap Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,735 | $1,720 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,978 | $2,088 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,000 | $7,000 | $7,000 |
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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 $2,115.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Costa Mesa?
The cheapest apartment in Costa Mesa is Ponderosa Mobile Estates which is listed at $1,900, while the average apartment in Costa Mesa costs $7,737.
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 100 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 $538 which is $7,199 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Costa Mesa.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.