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3400 Avenue Of The Arts
3400 Avenue of the ArtsCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Harbor at Mesa Verde
2700 Peterson PlCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde
2775 Mesa Verde Dr ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Mesa Vista Apartments
2274 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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The Village at South Coast
845 Paularino AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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$2,220 - $2,275Studio Apartments Available Sep 10
AVA Newport
1765-1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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$1,950Studio Apartments Available Sep 12
The Hamilton Apartments
780-790 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Harbor Village Apartments
2500 Merrimac WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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$2,350Studio Apartments Available Oct 10
The Parsons
2000 Parsons StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Westlake Village
955 W 19th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Costa Mirage
393 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pacific Park
1760 Pomona AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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412 Esther St, Unit B
412 Esther StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
279 E 20th St
Costa MesaCA92627
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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID3487A
1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
2872 La Salle Ave
Costa MesaCA92626
362 Ralcam Pl
Costa MesaCA92627
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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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135 & 137 Broadway
135-137 E BroadwayCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2087 Wallace Ave
2087 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2521 Orange Ave
2521 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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225 16th Pl
225 16th PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2906 Peppertree Ln
2906 Peppertree LnCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2548 Orange Ave
2548 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Skylark Apartments
820 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2560 Newport Blvd
2560 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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174 E Broadway
174 E BroadwayCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2035 Fullerton Ave
2035 Fullerton AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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290 E Victoria St
290 E Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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716 James St
716 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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151 Rochester St
151 Rochester StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2657 Elden Ave
2657 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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185 Del Mar Ave
185 Del Mar AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2658 Orange Ave
2658 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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174-176 Merrill Pl
174-176 Merrill PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1929 Anaheim Ave
1929 Anaheim AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2526 Santa Ana Ave
2526 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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302 Ramona Pl
302 Ramona PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1845 Monrovia Ave
1845 Monrovia AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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735 James St
735 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1936 Wallace Ave
1936 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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720 Shalimar Dr
720 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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799 Shalimar Dr
799 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1004 Valencia St
1004 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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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 Studio Apartments | $2,563 | $1,628 | $4,325 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,188 | $1,750 | $8,410 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,045 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,279 | $2,595 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,300 | $5,300 | $5,300 |
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Costa Mesa Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: September 06, 2026There are currently 126 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Costa Mesa, CA that range in price from $1,628 to $4,325. Westside Costa Mesa, Orange County Airport 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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| Westside Costa Mesa | 33 | $2,232 | $1,628 |
| Orange County Airport | 27 | $2,945 | $1,850 |
| East Side Costa Mesa | 23 | $2,193 | $1,628 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa | 16 | $2,164 | $1,628 |
| College Park | 12 | $2,136 | $1,628 |
| Cornerstone | 12 | $2,109 | $1,628 |
| Bungalows at Bay Street | 3 | $2,151 | $1,850 |
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 $3,175. Metropolis Apartments has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 685 square feet and currently listed start at $2,765. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Costa Mesa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 901 Sq Ft | $3,175 |
| Metropolis Apartments | Prism Studio | 685 Sq Ft | $2,765 |
| NOVA Apartments | STUDIO S2 | 620 Sq Ft | $2,850 |
| Broadstone Archive | THE AFICIONADO | 611 Sq Ft | $2,540 |
| Bloom | S2 | 609 Sq Ft | $3,067 |
| The Royce | S3.1 | 600 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
| Broadstone Atlas | The Aura | 599 Sq Ft | $2,517 |
| Broadstone Arden | The Aspire | 594 Sq Ft | $2,486 |
| Toscana | Carrara | 576 Sq Ft | $2,514 |
| Aurum | S1 | 561 Sq Ft | $2,865 |
Cheapest Available Costa Mesa Studio Apartments
As of September 06, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is the Studio 331 Model starting from $1,628 at Mesa Vista Apartments in the Cornerstone neighborhood. The second most affordable Costa Mesa Studio is the Balboa (E1A-N) Model at Eight 80 Newport Beach starting at $1,974 in the Upper Newport Bay neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Costa Mesa is currently $2,563. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Costa Mesa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Mesa Vista Apartments | Studio 331 | $1,628 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Balboa (E1A-N) | $1,974 |
| 135 & 137 Broadway | 0BR/1.0BA | $2,050 |
| Harbor at Mesa Verde | Plan E1B | $2,075 |
| 27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde | E1-R | $2,167 |
| Palm Island 55+ Active Senior Community | Antigua | $2,190 |
| 3400 Avenue Of The Arts | Design EA Premier 3 | $2,375 |
| Beach House Apartments | Studio SE | $2,395 |
| Versailles on the Lake Apartments | Alsace | $2,400 |
| Sofi Irvine | Studio | $2,412 |
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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
Estancia High School
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (976)
6 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 Apartments listed at $1,628.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Costa Mesa is $2,563.
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 $3,175 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 531 sq ft.
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