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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Mesa Studio Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,539 | $1,300 | $4,200 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $3,049 | $1,775 | $7,800 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $3,866 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $6,345 | $2,088 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $7,000 | $7,000 | $7,000 |
Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Costa Mesa, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Sign a new lease and save up to $2,700! Daily self-guided tours available by appointment - book your tour today! Limited time only! *Lease terms vary. Savings applied to month three. Lease start by 3/28/26. New residents only, on approved credit. Restrictions apply. See leasing for details.Expires 03-15-2026
GET TWO MONTHS FREE* ~~~ *Get two months free when you sign a minimum 12-month lease. Applies to select units. On approved credit. Must be a new move in. No on-site transfers. This move-in special is exclusively available for new applications only. Offer expires 3/17/26 and is subject to end without notice. Call for details.Expires 03-15-2026
$500 gift card on our newly renovated homes!*Expires 03-15-2026
* Save up to $50/mo on select apartments! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 03-15-2026
We are offering SIX WEEKS FREE RENT on select apartment homes. Please call or text for details.Expires 03-15-2026
$500.00 off 1st months rent- Unit Specific (Unit 29)Expires 03-31-2026
Move into your new 2-bedroom home and receive: $300 OFF your initial move-in costs, PLUS $300 OFF your first 3 months of rent! That’s up to $1,200 in total savings! **Must move in by 03/31/2026** *New residents only*Expires 03-31-2026
6 Weeks Free. All applicants must meet community qualifying criteria. Move-in specials and promotional rental rates are available exclusively for new residents and are on select apartment homes only. Management reserves the right to change or discontinue these offers at any time without prior notice. Specials may not be combined with any other discounts or promotions unless expressly stated. Additional terms and conditions may apply.Expires 03-31-2026
Up to 2 Months FREE on apartment 55 on a 15-month lease! Special offers apply only to select apartment homes. All applicants must meet community qualifying criteria. Your Leasing Agent will provide details and confirm eligible apartment homes during your tour. Move-in specials and promotional rental rates are available exclusively for new residents. Additional terms and conditions may apply.Expires 03-31-2026
$1,000 off move in costs on select apartment homes. Special offers apply only to select apartment homes. All applicants must meet community qualifying criteria. Your Leasing Agent will provide details and confirm eligible apartment homes during your tour. Move-in specials and promotional rental rates are available exclusively for new residents. Additional terms and conditions may apply.Expires 03-31-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Costa Mesa, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
$500.00 off 1st months rent- Unit Specific (Unit 29)Expires 03-31-2026
Move into your new 2-bedroom home and receive: $300 OFF your initial move-in costs, PLUS $300 OFF your first 3 months of rent! That’s up to $1,200 in total savings! **Must move in by 03/31/2026** *New residents only*Expires 03-31-2026
$1,000 off move in costs on select apartment homes. Special offers apply only to select apartment homes. All applicants must meet community qualifying criteria. Your Leasing Agent will provide details and confirm eligible apartment homes during your tour. Move-in specials and promotional rental rates are available exclusively for new residents. Additional terms and conditions may apply.Expires 03-31-2026
6 Weeks Free. All applicants must meet community qualifying criteria. Move-in specials and promotional rental rates are available exclusively for new residents and are on select apartment homes only. Management reserves the right to change or discontinue these offers at any time without prior notice. Specials may not be combined with any other discounts or promotions unless expressly stated. Additional terms and conditions may apply.Expires 03-31-2026
We are offering SIX WEEKS FREE RENT on select apartment homes. Please call or text for details.Expires 03-15-2026
ASK ABOUT OUR AMAZING SPECIALSExpires 04-30-2026
GET TWO MONTHS FREE* ~~~ *Get two months free when you sign a minimum 12-month lease. Applies to select units. On approved credit. Must be a new move in. No on-site transfers. This move-in special is exclusively available for new applications only. Offer expires 3/17/26 and is subject to end without notice. Call for details.Expires 03-15-2026
Up to 2 Months FREE on apartment 55 on a 15-month lease! Special offers apply only to select apartment homes. All applicants must meet community qualifying criteria. Your Leasing Agent will provide details and confirm eligible apartment homes during your tour. Move-in specials and promotional rental rates are available exclusively for new residents. Additional terms and conditions may apply.Expires 03-31-2026
$500 gift card on our newly renovated homes!*Expires 03-15-2026
* Save up to $50/mo on select apartments! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 03-15-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Costa Mesa is at Apex Apartments listed at $1,300.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Costa Mesa is $3,592.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Costa Mesa is a 1,788 square feet unit starting from $3,710 at Axis 2300 Apartments.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Costa Mesa is currently at 638 sq ft.
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