Studio Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (584 Rentals)

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Sus Casitas
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Sus Casitas

2110 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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145 East 18th
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145 East 18th

145 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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The Arbors
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The Arbors

140 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pacific Park
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Pacific Park

1760 Pomona AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sea Wind Apartments
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Sea Wind Apartments

2250 Vanguard WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2159 Orange Ave
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2159 Orange Ave

2159 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2117 Elden Ave
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2117 Elden Ave

2117 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Leeward Apartments
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Leeward Apartments

2020 Fullerton AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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224 Avocado St
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224 Avocado St

224 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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149 E Bay St
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149 E Bay St

149 E Bay StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Tower on 19th
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Tower on 19th

678 W 19th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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377 W Bay St
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377 W Bay St

377 W Bay StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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527 Wilson St
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527 Wilson St

527 Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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734 James St
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734 James St

734 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Cross Creek Cottage
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Cross Creek Cottage

138 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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376 W Bay St
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376 W Bay St

376 W Bay StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Shelter Cove
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Shelter Cove

1919 Anaheim AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1971 Wallace Ave
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1971 Wallace Ave

1971 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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355 Broadway
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355 Broadway

355 BroadwayCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1912 Wallace Ave
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1912 Wallace Ave

1912 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2046 Maple Ave
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2046 Maple Ave

2046 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2087 Wallace Ave
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2087 Wallace Ave

2087 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2521 Orange Ave
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2521 Orange Ave

2521 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627

Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

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Costa Mesa Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 07, 2025

There are currently 92 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Costa Mesa, CA that range in price from $1,300 to $4,755. 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:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Westside Costa Mesa26$2,150$1,300
Orange County Airport24$2,837$2,000
East Side Costa Mesa18$2,026$1,300
Downtown Costa Mesa8$1,985$1,808
Cornerstone7$2,115$1,300
College Park6$2,202$1,300
Bungalows at Bay Street3$2,212$1,995

Largest Available Costa Mesa Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is found at Toscana in the Westpark neighborhood and is 619 square feet priced from $2,653. Bloom in the South Harbor neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 609 square feet and currently listed start at $2,768. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Costa Mesa:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
ToscanaRicasol619 Sq Ft$2,653
BloomS2609 Sq Ft$2,768
Costa MirageStudio + Loft602 Sq Ft$2,150
The RoyceS3.1600 Sq Ft$2,700
Broadstone ArdenThe Aspire594 Sq Ft$2,612
Baker BlockPlan S1591 Sq Ft$3,110
Villa Siena Apartment HomesPlan A577 Sq Ft$2,700
AurumS1561 Sq Ft$3,075
The AltonS3547 Sq Ft$2,712
3400 Avenue of the ArtsSeries A.1K530 Sq Ft$2,483

Cheapest Available Costa Mesa Studio Apartments

As of September 07, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is the Studio XXS Model starting from $1,300 at Apex 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 $1,808 in the Upper Newport Bay neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Costa Mesa is currently $2,624. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Costa Mesa:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Apex ApartmentsStudio XXS$1,300
Eight 80 Newport BeachBalboa (E1A-N)$1,808
Costa MirageStudio$1,875
The Hamilton ApartmentsStudio$1,950
Harbor Village ApartmentsPlan A$1,995
Newport Village ApartmentsJunior 1 Bedroom$2,000
Harbor at Mesa VerdePlan E1B$2,081
AVA NewportS1$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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Costa Mesa, CA

Ranked #88

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 Studio Costa Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Costa Mesa with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Costa Mesa is at Apex Apartments listed at $1,300.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Costa Mesa Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Costa Mesa is $2,624.

What is the largest available Studio Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Costa Mesa is a 619 square feet unit starting from $2,653 at Toscana.

What is the average size for Costa Mesa Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Costa Mesa is currently 547 sq ft.

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