
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (245 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Costa Mesa that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


The Grand Costa Mesa

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Missions at Back Bay

Wimbledon Glen

The Enclave at South Coast

South Pointe

Harbor at Mesa Verde

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3400 Avenue Of The Arts

Pinecreek Village Apartments
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Lux Costa Mesa

27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde

AtWater Cove

Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa

South Coast Fountains

The Village at South Coast

Park Mesa Villas

AVA Newport

The Hamilton Apartments

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Charle Square Apartments

Eastside Haven at 17th

Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St

Harbor Village Apartments

Baywind Apartment Homes

The Parsons

Villa Siena

Eastside Apartments

Bay Breeze
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Newport Palms Apartments

Hamilton Courtyard Apartments

Westside Apartments

Olive Tree

1887 Monrovia Ave.

2621 Harbor Blvd.

Costa Mirage

Villa Nova Townhomes

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985 Valencia St, Unit 3
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555 Paularino Ave, Unit GO FL1-ID12126A

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555 Paularino Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID12710A

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555 Paularino Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID12665A

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID10242A

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID3487A

214 Palmer St

375 E 20th St

121 E Bay St

1765 Santa Ana Ave

1978 Maple 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 Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $2,550 | $1,628 | $4,130 |
| Costa Mesa Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,172 | $1,499 | $8,385 |
| Costa Mesa Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,004 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,328 | $2,595 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,300 | $5,300 | $5,300 |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Costa Mesa, CA
There are currently 3489 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Costa Mesa, CA area.The three Costa Mesa neighborhoods with the highest official ApartmentHomeLiving.com Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Rating are Orange County Airport, Westside Costa Mesa, and East Side Costa Mesa. Here is today’s list of the top 7 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Costa Mesa Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange County Airport | 4/4 | 267 | $3,490 |
| Westside Costa Mesa | 4/4 | 244 | $2,856 |
| East Side Costa Mesa | 4/4 | 136 | $2,798 |
| College Park | 4/4 | 49 | $2,684 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa | 4/4 | 46 | $2,531 |
| Cornerstone | 3.5/4 | 76 | $2,729 |
| Bungalows at Bay Street | 3/4 | 43 | $2,820 |
Pet Friendliest Costa Mesa Apartments for Rent
The Costa Mesa Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Vercanta Newport Beach in the East Side Costa Mesa neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. 3400 South Main Street in the South Coast Metro neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 4 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Costa Mesa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vercanta Newport Beach | 4/4 | East Side Costa Mesa | $2,584 |
| 3400 South Main Street | 4/4 | South Coast Metro | $2,265 |
| Lux Costa Mesa | 4/4 | Westside Costa Mesa | $3,095 |
| Enzo | 4/4 | Irvine Business Complex | $2,854 |
| Apex Apartment Homes | 3.8/4 | Westside Costa Mesa | $2,150 |
| The Alton | 3.8/4 | Irvine Business Complex | $2,647 |
| Versailles on the Lake Apartments | 3.6/4 | South Coast Metro | $2,400 |
| The Marke Apartment Community | 3.6/4 | South Coast Metro | $2,800 |
| South Coast Fountains | 3.6/4 | Costa Mesa | $2,395 |
| Villa Marseilles Apartments | 3.6/4 | Rosewood Baker | $2,295 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Costa Mesa, CA
The lowest priced Costa Mesa apartment at a property that allows pets is the One bedroom / One bath Small 1 Bed Model at Apex Apartment Homes in the Cornerstone neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second cheapest Costa Mesa Pet Friendly apartment is the One Bedroom One Bath Model at 3400 South Main Street, which is a 1 Bed starting at $2,265 in the Valley Adams neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Costa Mesa apartments.
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Apex Apartment Homes | One bedroom / One bath Small | $2,150 |
| 3400 South Main Street | One Bedroom One Bath | $2,265 |
| Villa Marseilles Apartments | The Parisian-1 BR, 1 BA- Balcony | $2,295 |
| South Coast Fountains | 1x1 UPSTAIRS CORNER UNIT | $2,395 |
| Versailles on the Lake Apartments | Alsace | $2,400 |
| Vercanta Newport Beach | 1x1B | $2,855 |
| Lux Costa Mesa | A | $3,095 |
| The Marke Apartment Community | Plan B1 | $3,330 |
| Enzo | Crane | $3,538 |
| The Alton | B2.0 | $3,623 |
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Costa Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Costa Mesa is at Eight 80 Newport Beach listed at $1,900.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Costa Mesa is $3,729.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Costa Mesa is a 3,185 square feet unit starting from $5,042 at Astoria at Central Park West.
What is the average size for Costa Mesa Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Costa Mesa is currently at 704 sq ft.
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