
Luxury Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (273 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in Costa Mesa with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Costa Mirage

Harbor at Mesa Verde

Westlake Village

27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde

Harbor Village Apartments

Casa Victoria Apartments

AVA Newport

Bay Breeze

Missions at Back Bay
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Pinecreek Apartments

AtWater Cove

Westbay Eldon Apartments

Villa Siena

Wimbledon Glen

Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa

eaves South Coast

The Grand Costa Mesa

South Pointe

Park Mesa Villas
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3400 Avenue Of The Arts

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The Village at South Coast

Pinecreek Village Apartments

Pacific Villas

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Charle Square Apartments

Newport Palms Apartments

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985 Valencia St, Unit 3

Olive Tree
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Madison Newport Apartment Homes

The Enclave at South Coast

Westside Apartments

580 Anton

365 Hamilton St, Unit 3

South Coast Fountains

Villa Nova Townhomes

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412 Esther St, Unit B

Lux Costa Mesa

The Parsons
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2641 Elden Ave

1995-1999 Maple St

1978 Maple Ave

3049 Jeffrey Dr

1519 Orange Ave

2977 Mendoza Dr

121 E Bay St

1554 Orange Ave, Unit C

1984 Anaheim Ave
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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 Luxury Studio Apartments | $2,540 | $1,500 | $4,140 |
| Costa Mesa Luxury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,155 | $1,508 | $7,720 |
| Costa Mesa Luxury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,032 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa Luxury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,562 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
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Costa Mesa Overview
Costa Mesa is the heartbeat of Orange County in many ways, just an arm's stretch to first-class shopping, dining, colleges and beaches, as well as minutes from renowned cultural arts venues and hundreds of major employers. Apartment living in Costa Mesa means quick and easy freeway access to the entire SoCal lifestyle!
Why live in Costa Mesa, CA?
Costa Mesa apartments put you right in the center of the OC, within about 15 minutes of everything – rather than 30 minutes or more. Exits off the 405 give direct access to the world-famous coastlines of Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach and Newport Beach for surfing, bonfires, rollerblading and pier fishing. Costa Mesa itself has 28 parks and two municipal golf courses, so you can easily hop a bus for some local outdoor fun. Shopping is a major thing, with more than 250 boutiques and restaurants at South Coast Plaza, and some interesting indie shops at The Lab, The Camp and the SoCo Collection.
Best Local Schools in Costa Mesa, CA
Maude B. Davis Elementary
Charles W. Tewinkle Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Costa Mesa
How much are Studio apartments in Costa Mesa?
There are currently 576 Studio Apartments in Costa Mesa with rent ranges from $1,500 to $4,140 with an average price of $2,540.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Costa Mesa ranges from $1,508 to $7,720 with an average monthly rent of $3,155.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Costa Mesa cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Costa Mesa range from $2,450 to $10,485. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,032.
How expensive are Costa Mesa Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 356 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Costa Mesa on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,400 to $20,000 - averaging $6,562 for the location.
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