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1142 Buckingham DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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3400 Avenue of the ArtsCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2700 Peterson PlCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2775 Mesa Verde Dr ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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635 W Baker StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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The Village at South Coast
845 Paularino AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Apex Apartments
530 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2500 Merrimac WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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825 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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955 W 19th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2274 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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393 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Mace Apartments
3102 Mace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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744 James St
744 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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717 James St
717 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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721 James St
721 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Coriander Apartments
1557 Coriander DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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740 James St
740 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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994 Valencia St
994 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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794 W 18th St
794 W 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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631 Victoria St
631 Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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984 Mission Dr
984 Mission DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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273 Costa Mesa St
273 Costa Mesa StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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984 El Camino Dr
984 El Camino DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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998 Valencia St
998 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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221-233 Avocado St
221-233 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Crestview Apartments
859 W 19th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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776 W Wilson St
776 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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970 Mission Dr
970 Mission DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2046 Maple Ave
2046 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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741 Shalimar Dr
741 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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995 Valencia St
995 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2131 Elden Ave
2131 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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143 E 21st St
143 E 21st StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2618 Santa Ana Ave
2618 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2256-2260 Maple St
2256-2260 Maple StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2250 Pamela Ln
2250 Pamela LnCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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135-137 E Broadway
135-137 E BroadwayCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Shelter Cove
1919 Anaheim AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1971 Wallace Ave
1971 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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355 Broadway
355 BroadwayCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1912 Wallace Ave
1912 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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980 Valencia St
980 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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277 Ogle St
277 Ogle StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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969 Mission Dr
969 Mission DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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988 El Camino Dr
988 El Camino DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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 Studio Apartments | $2,556 | $1,300 | $4,200 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,982 | $1,900 | $7,495 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,828 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,330 | $2,088 | $10,000+ |
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Costa Mesa Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: April 23, 2026There are currently 110 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Costa Mesa, CA that range in price from $1,300 to $4,200. Orange County Airport, Westside Costa Mesa and East Side Costa Mesa are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Costa Mesa with the most available Studio apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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| Orange County Airport | 43 | $2,600 | $2,115 |
| Westside Costa Mesa | 28 | $2,150 | $1,300 |
| East Side Costa Mesa | 16 | $2,037 | $1,300 |
| College Park | 7 | $2,081 | $1,300 |
| Cornerstone | 7 | $2,070 | $1,300 |
| Bungalows at Bay Street | 5 | $2,081 | $1,907 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa | 4 | $1,982 | $1,481 |
Largest Available Costa Mesa Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is found at Park Place Apartment Homes in the Turtle Rock neighborhood and is 901 square feet priced from $3,000. Broadstone Arden in the South Main neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 744 square feet and currently listed start at $2,367. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Costa Mesa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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| Park Place Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 901 Sq Ft | $3,000 |
| Broadstone Arden | The Savvy | 744 Sq Ft | $2,367 |
| The Residences on Jamboree | E1B | 692 Sq Ft | $2,399 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Studio (E1I-N23) | 650 Sq Ft | $2,594 |
| Toscana | Ricasol | 619 Sq Ft | $2,458 |
| The Royce | S2 | 612 Sq Ft | $2,560 |
| Bloom | S2 | 609 Sq Ft | $2,701 |
| Rize Irvine | S1 | 597 Sq Ft | $2,563 |
| Baker Block | Plan S1 | 591 Sq Ft | $2,798 |
| Broadstone Atlas | The Spark | 556 Sq Ft | $2,617 |
Cheapest Available Costa Mesa Studio Apartments
As of April 23, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,481 at Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+ in the Cornerstone neighborhood. The second most affordable Costa Mesa Studio is the Studio XS Model at Apex Apartments starting at $1,600 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Costa Mesa is currently $2,556. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Costa Mesa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+ | Studio | $1,481 |
| Apex Apartments | Studio XS | $1,600 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Balboa (E1A-N) | $1,679 |
| Harbor at Mesa Verde | Plan E1B | $1,958 |
| Westbay Apartments | Studio | $1,995 |
| Harbor Village Apartments | Plan A | $2,095 |
| Versailles on the Lake Apartments | Alsace | $2,115 |
| Sandpointe Cove Apartment Homes | Plan A | $2,170 |
| Palm Island 55+ Active Senior Community | Antigua | $2,190 |
| AVA Newport | S1 | $2,200 |
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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.
Best Local Schools in Costa Mesa, CA
Maude B. Davis Elementary
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (570)
9 out of 10
Charles W. Tewinkle Middle
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (501)
5 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Costa Mesa with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Costa Mesa is at Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+ listed at $1,481.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Costa Mesa is $2,556.
What is the largest available Studio Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Costa Mesa is a 901 square feet unit starting from $3,000 at Park Place Apartment Homes.
What is the average size for Costa Mesa Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Costa Mesa is currently 556 sq ft.
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