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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Mesa Studio Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,552 | $1,500 | $4,130 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $3,184 | $1,508 | $8,150 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $4,028 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $6,502 | $3,348 | $10,000+ |
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!
* Save up to $100/mo on select apartments! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 07-30-2026
GET 2 WEEKS FREE!* ~~~ *Get 2 weeks free rent when you sign a 12-month lease. Applies to apartments 66108, 21102 and 25106. 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 ends 8/3/2026 and is subject to end without notice. Call for details.Expires 07-30-2026
Enjoy up to 2 weeks of rent free living on select 2 bedroom homes when you lease by 7/31/26! *Restrictions apply. Concession applies to second full month of residency. 13 month lease terms only.Expires 07-30-2026
$100 OFF YOUR RENT FOR 12 MONTHS ON SELECT UNITS & MOVE IN DATESExpires 07-30-2026
$100 OFF YOUR RENT FOR 12 MONTHS ON SELECT UNITS & MOVE IN DATESExpires 07-30-2026
Receive up to one month free when you move into select apartment homes. Conditions apply.Expires 07-30-2026
Celebrate Freedom with $1776 Lease Savings! Move-in before July ends and enjoy 3 months of special pricing on a 10-month lease for your choice of a studio or 1 Bedroom. *Apply on your first visit with our Look & Lease program (on approved credit) *Limited apartments available at select locations only *Equal Housing OpportunityExpires 07-31-2026
One Month Free 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 08-31-2026
$500.00 off 1st months rent- Unit Specific. Call office for more details!Expires 08-31-2026
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. Call office for more details!Expires 08-31-2026
Celebrate Freedom with $1776 Lease Savings! Move-in before July ends and enjoy 3 months of special pricing on a 10-month lease for your choice of a studio or 1 Bedroom. *Apply on your first visit with our Look & Lease program (on approved credit) *Limited apartments available at select locations only *Equal Housing OpportunityExpires 07-31-2026
One Month Free 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 08-31-2026
$100 OFF YOUR RENT FOR 12 MONTHS ON SELECT UNITS & MOVE IN DATESExpires 07-30-2026
$100 OFF YOUR RENT FOR 12 MONTHS ON SELECT UNITS & MOVE IN DATESExpires 07-30-2026
Receive up to one month free when you move into select apartment homes. Conditions apply.Expires 07-30-2026
* Save up to $100/mo on select apartments! * Terms and conditions apply.Expires 07-30-2026
GET 2 WEEKS FREE!* ~~~ *Get 2 weeks free rent when you sign a 12-month lease. Applies to apartments 66108, 21102 and 25106. 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 ends 8/3/2026 and is subject to end without notice. Call for details.Expires 07-30-2026
Enjoy up to 2 weeks of rent free living on select 2 bedroom homes when you lease by 7/31/26! *Restrictions apply. Concession applies to second full month of residency. 13 month lease terms only.Expires 07-30-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Costa Mesa is at Apex Apartment Homes listed at $1,500.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Costa Mesa is $3,493.
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The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Costa Mesa is currently at 646 sq ft.
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