
Gated Luxury Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (69 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in Costa Mesa with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


Costa Mirage

Sundance West

Westlake Village

Casa Victoria Apartments

The Grand Costa Mesa

Wimbledon Glen

Park Mesa Villas

Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa

Madison Newport Apartment Homes
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The Parsons

Pacific Villas

South Coast Fountains

The Enclave at South Coast

Newport Palms Apartments

Westbay Apartments

985 Valencia St, Unit 3

Olive Tree

Villa Siena

South Pointe
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Villa Nova Townhomes

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412 Esther St, Unit B

Lux Costa Mesa

Eastside Haven at 17th

Reserve at South Coast

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Fairview Green

South Coast Racquet Club

Palm Island 55+ Active Senior Community

Villa Marseilles Apartments

Versailles on the Lake Apartments
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3400 South Main Street

Sea Environment Apartments

Peartree Apartments

Casa Del Sol

Beach House Apartments

Toscana

The Aspens South Coast

Villa Siena Apartment Homes

Vercanta Newport Beach

The Alton
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Pinnacle at MacArthur Place

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The Galleria

The Cartwright

Camden Main And Jamboree

Park Place Apartment Homes

Rize Irvine

The Marke Apartment Community

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Enzo

Metropolis Apartments

Park Plaza Apartments
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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 | $2,561 | $1,500 | $4,165 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,185 | $1,450 | $8,150 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,011 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,274 | $2,595 | $10,000+ |
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Best Local Schools in Costa Mesa, CA
Maude B. Davis Elementary
Estancia High School
Charles W. Tewinkle Middle
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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 Apartment Homes 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 $3,406.
What is the largest Gated Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Costa Mesa is a 1,747 square feet unit starting from $2,865 at Metropolis Apartments.
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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