
Top Rated Gated Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (52 Rentals)
Top Rated Apartments in Costa Mesa.


Madison Newport Apartment Homes

The Grand Costa Mesa

Lux Costa Mesa

Wimbledon Glen

The Enclave at South Coast

Newport Village Apartments

South Pointe

Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa

580 Anton
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Park Mesa Villas

Villas Fashion Island

Enzo

Beach House Apartments

Broadstone Edition

Park Plaza Apartments

Park Place Apartment Homes
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The Marke Apartment Community

Main Street Village

The Cartwright

Skyloft

Santa Fe Village

Aspen Village

The Galleria

Elements

Metropolis

Baypointe Apartment Homes

Vercanta Newport Beach

Villa Siena Apartment Homes

Toscana

Colony at Fashion Island

Pinnacle at MacArthur Place

Palm Island 55+ Active Senior Community
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 | $2,575 | $1,500 | $6,900 |
Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,182 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,924 | $2,320 | $10,000+ |
Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,126 | $3,095 | $10,000+ |
Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
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Getting Around Costa Mesa, CA
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Costa Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Costa Mesa is at Apex Apartments listed at $1,500.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Costa Mesa is $3,288.
What is the largest Gated Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Costa Mesa is a 1,774 square feet unit starting from $3,090 at Elements.
What is the average size for Costa Mesa Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Costa Mesa is currently at 668 sq ft.
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