Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (33 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Costa Mesa as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Pacific Villas
$2,151 - $2,881Short Term Available
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Pacific Villas

533 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sundance West
Short Term Available
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4 Months, 13 Months
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Sundance West

1990-2002 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Wallace Court Apartments
Short Term Available
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4 Months, 13 Months
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Wallace Court Apartments

1955 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Coastal Heights Senior Living
Short Term Available
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12 Months
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Coastal Heights Senior Living

2283 Fairview RdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
Senior Living
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Sea Pointe Villa
Short Term Available
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12 Months
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Sea Pointe Villa

1380 Village WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626

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111 8th St
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111 8th St

111 8th StNewport Beach, CA 92661
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Valley Park
Short Term Available
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Valley Park

17300 Euclid StFountain Valley, CA 92708

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10152 Ascot Cir
Short Term Available
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12 Months
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10152 Ascot Cir

10152 Ascot CirHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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305 E Bay Apartments
Short Term Available
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305 E Bay Apartments

305 E Bay AveNewport Beach, CA 92661
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Skyline at MacArthur Place
Short Term Available
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Skyline at MacArthur Place

9 MacArthur PlSanta Ana, CA 92707

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Costa Mesa, CA

Ranked #91

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Costa Mesa, CA

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Apex Apartments listed at $1,300.

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 $3,439.

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 1,785 square feet unit starting from $10,995 at The Waterfront.

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 661 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.