
New Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (50 Rentals)


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Mesa Vista Apartments

118 Magnolia

359 Nassau Rd

162 E 18th St

The Place

522-526 Bernard St

527-531 Bernard St

Newport Villas
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Broadstone Atlas

The Cartwright

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One Uptown Newport

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Broadstone Arden

The Alton

Rize Irvine

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Bloom

121 Placemark

38 Ebb Tide Cir

124 30th St

111 8th St

Lux

Gisler Residential

Parkhouse Residences

5011 River Ave

Lexington at Central Park West
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The Cay at Mariner Shores

MDL

312 35th St

Hudson at Central Park West

Cartwright Family Apartments

Elements - Wood Building

City Square

The Royce

Peninsula Village
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,612 | $1,481 | $3,733 |
| New Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,056 | $1,508 | $10,000+ |
| New Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,857 | $1,808 | $10,000+ |
| New Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,491 | $2,088 | $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 New Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in Costa Mesa?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Costa Mesa is at Mesa Vista Apartments listed at $1,481.
How much is the average rent for a New Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Costa Mesa is $3,948.
What is the largest New Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Costa Mesa is a 1,956 square feet unit starting from $2,627 at Broadstone Arden.
What is the average size for Costa Mesa New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in Costa Mesa is currently at 628 sq ft.
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