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Madison Newport Apartment Homes
2345 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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$3,095 - $3,325Short Term Available
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Lux Costa Mesa
2277 Harbor BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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$2,279 - $2,854Short Term Available
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Missions at Back Bay
1330 SE Bristol StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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$2,350 - $3,745Short Term Available
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Wimbledon Glen
1142 Buckingham DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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$1,965 - $4,136Short Term Available
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Harbor at Mesa Verde
2700 Peterson PlCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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$2,115 - $4,465Short Term Available
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27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde
2775 Mesa Verde Dr ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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$2,590 - $3,225Short Term Available
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Pinecreek Village Apartments
1300 Adams AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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$2,330 - $8,203Short Term Available
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Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa
2400 Harbor BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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$2,995Short Term Available
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South Coast Fountains
739 Paularino AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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$2,435 - $2,685Short Term Available
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Park Mesa Villas
550 Paularino AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Harbor Village Apartments
2500 Merrimac WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Baywind Apartment Homes
151 E 21st StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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$2,624Short Term Available
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Pacific Villas
533 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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$2,250 - $2,800Short Term Available
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Westbay Eldon Apartments
2311 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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$2,191 - $2,771Short Term Available
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Bay Breeze
1939 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Westbay Apartments
825 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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$2,712 - $2,908Short Term Available
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Olive Tree
2190 College AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Casa Victoria Apartments
525 Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
1519 Orange Ave
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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID12446A
1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID7826A
1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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$3,910
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555 Paularino Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID8317A
555 Paularino AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID12522A
1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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$5,800
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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID12460A
1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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$3,650
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$3,650
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555 Paularino Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID7897A
555 Paularino AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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$3,660
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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID4792A
1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID7843A
1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
555 Paularino Ave
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Sundance West
1990-2002 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Newport Village Apartments
635 W Baker StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Leeward Apartments
2020 Fullerton AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Wallace Court Apartments
1955 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Baker Block
125 Baker St ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Coastal Heights Senior Living
2283 Fairview RdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2678 Santa Ana Ave
2678 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sea Pointe Villa
1380 Village WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Greystone
2110 Thurin StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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$2,395 - $2,995Short Term Available
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Beach House Apartments
1433 Superior AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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$2,399 - $3,863Short Term Available
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Huntington Vista
21551 Brookhurst StHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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$1,846 - $3,421Short Term Available
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Eight 80 Newport Beach
880 Irvine AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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$2,840 - $3,155Short Term Available
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Park Plaza Apartments
805 W Stevens AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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$2,360 - $3,165Short Term Available
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Casa Del Sol
21661 Brookhurst StHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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$2,475 - $4,735Short Term Available
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The Residences on Jamboree
2801 Kelvin AveIrvine, CA 92614
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$1,895 - $2,200Short Term Available
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Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes
2201 S Pacific AveSanta Ana, CA 92704
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The Galleria
16425 Harbor BlvdFountain Valley, CA 92708
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$3,795 - $4,190Short Term Available
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Axis 2300 Apartments
2300 DuPont DrIrvine, CA 92612
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$3,995 - $6,500Short Term Available
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The Waterfront
919 Bayside DrNewport Beach, CA 92660
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$2,995 - $3,095Short Term Available
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Newport Villa Apartments
1549 Placentia AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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$2,195 - $2,845Short Term Available
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Los Arbolitos Huntington Beach Apartments
8450 Atlanta AveHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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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 Short-term Studio Apartments | $2,553 | $1,500 | $4,130 |
| Costa Mesa Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,142 | $1,508 | $7,595 |
| Costa Mesa Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,030 | $1,808 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,400 | $2,088 | $10,000+ |
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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
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (570)
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Public School - Grades 6-8 (501)
5 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Costa Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Costa Mesa is at Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes listed at $1,895.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Costa Mesa is $3,065.
What is the largest Short-term Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Costa Mesa is a 1,645 square feet unit starting from $1,965 at Harbor at Mesa Verde.
What is the average size for Costa Mesa Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Costa Mesa is currently at 692 sq ft.
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