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Missions at Back Bay
1330 SE Bristol StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Harbor at Mesa Verde
2700 Peterson PlCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Newport Village Apartments
635 W Baker StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Wimbledon Glen
1142 Buckingham DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde
2775 Mesa Verde Dr ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa
2400 Harbor BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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The Village at South Coast
845 Paularino AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Park Mesa Villas
550 Paularino AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Apex Apartments
530 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Harbor Village Apartments
2500 Merrimac WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Bay Breeze
1939 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Olive Tree
2190 College AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pacific Villas
533 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Casa Victoria Apartments
525 Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Wallace Apartments
1915 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Westlake Village
955 W 19th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sundance West
1990-2002 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Wallace Court Apartments
1955 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Coastal Heights Senior Living
2283 Fairview RdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Greystone
2110 Thurin StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Azulon at Mesa Verde, a 55+ Apartment Community
1500 Mesa Verde Dr ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Sea Pointe Villa
1380 Village WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Sea Breeze Rental Townhomes
2283 Fountain Way ECosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Park Plaza Apartments
805 W Stevens AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Eight 80 Newport Beach
880 Irvine AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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Main Street Village
2555 Main StIrvine, CA 92614
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Huntington Vista
21551 Brookhurst StHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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The Residences on Jamboree
2801 Kelvin AveIrvine, CA 92614
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3400 South Main Street
3400 S Main StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Skyloft
2700 Main StIrvine, CA 92614
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The Galleria
16425 Harbor BlvdFountain Valley, CA 92708
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Los Arbolitos Apartments, Huntington Beach
8450 Atlanta AveHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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Axis 2300 Apartments
2300 DuPont DrIrvine, CA 92612
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Vercanta Newport Beach
1561 Mesa DrNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Fairway Villas Apartment Homes
20122 Santa Ana AveNewport Beach, CA 92660
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The Waterfront
919 Bayside DrNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Reserve at South Coast
3124 S Main StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Furnished Studio-Orange County - John Wayn
4881 Birch StNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Crystal Springs
10244 Warner AveFountain Valley, CA 92708
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Palm Island 55+ Active Senior Community
11300 Warner AveFountain Valley, CA 92708
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124 30th St
124 30th StNewport Beach, CA 92663
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111 8th St
111 8th StNewport Beach, CA 92661
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Valley Park
17300 Euclid StFountain Valley, CA 92708
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10152 Ascot Cir
10152 Ascot CirHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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Skyline at MacArthur Place
15 MacArthur PlSanta Ana, CA 92707
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305 E Bay Apartments
305 E Bay AveNewport Beach, CA 92661
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Sofi Irvine
2750 Kelvin AveIrvine, CA 92614
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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 |
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| Costa Mesa Short-term Studio Apartments | $2,675 | $1,500 | $6,900 |
| Costa Mesa Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $1,499 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,010 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,548 | $3,095 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,442 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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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 LifestyleCosta Mesa, CA
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Best Local Schools in Costa Mesa, CA
Maude B. Davis Elementary
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (545)
8 out of 10
Charles W. Tewinkle Middle
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (506)
6 out of 10
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Walk Score®
73 / 100
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Most errands can be accomplished on foot
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66 / 100
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Some bike infrastructure
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38 / 100
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A few nearby public transportation options
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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 Apex Apartments listed at $1,500.
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 $3,181.
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 $5,695 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 681 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.
The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.
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Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.
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Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.