Studio Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (586 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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Baker Block
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Baker Block

125 Baker St ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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943 Sunset Dr
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943 Sunset Dr

943 Sunset DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1970 Wallace Ave
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1970 Wallace Ave

1970 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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707 James St
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707 James St

707 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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580 Hamilton St
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580 Hamilton St

580 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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725 Shalimar Dr
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725 Shalimar Dr

725 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2027-29 Harbor Blvd
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2027-29 Harbor Blvd

2027-29 Harbor BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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810 Center St
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810 Center St

810 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2121 Tustin Ave
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2121 Tustin Ave

2121 Tustin AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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745 James St
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745 James St

745 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2674 Orange Ave
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2674 Orange Ave

2674 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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757 Shalimar Dr
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757 Shalimar Dr

757 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2567 Elden Ave
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2567 Elden Ave

2567 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Olive Branch
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Olive Branch

2445 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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354 Broadway
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354 Broadway

354 BroadwayCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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327 E 18th St
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327 E 18th St

327 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2585-2589 Orange Ave
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2585-2589 Orange Ave

2585-2589 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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726 W Wilson St
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726 W Wilson St

726 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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721 James St
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721 James St

721 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2425 Orange Ave
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2425 Orange Ave

2425 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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351 Victoria St
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351 Victoria St

351 Victoria StCosta 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: October 24, 2025

There are currently 100 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Costa Mesa, CA that range in price from $1,300 to $3,615. 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:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Orange County Airport36$2,730$2,050
Westside Costa Mesa23$2,162$1,300
East Side Costa Mesa15$2,082$1,300
College Park9$2,099$1,300
Cornerstone9$2,089$1,300
Bungalows at Bay Street5$2,085$1,995
Downtown Costa Mesa3$1,990$1,700

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 $3,150. Villa Siena Apartment Homes in the Westpark neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 876 square feet and currently listed start at $2,900. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Costa Mesa:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Park Place Apartment HomesPlan 3901 Sq Ft$3,150
Villa Siena Apartment HomesPlan B876 Sq Ft$2,900
The CartwrightS3622 Sq Ft$2,660
Broadstone ArdenThe Aspire612 Sq Ft$2,620
BloomS2609 Sq Ft$2,652
Costa MirageStudio + Loft602 Sq Ft$2,150
The RoyceS3.1600 Sq Ft$2,850
Baker BlockPlan S1591 Sq Ft$2,745
SkyloftS1571 Sq Ft$3,010
AurumS1561 Sq Ft$2,995

Cheapest Available Costa Mesa Studio Apartments

As of October 24, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is the Studio XS Model starting from $1,600 at Apex Apartments in the Cornerstone neighborhood. The second most affordable Costa Mesa Studio is the Studio Model at Costa Mirage starting at $1,875 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Costa Mesa is currently $2,641. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Costa Mesa:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Apex ApartmentsStudio XS$1,600
Costa MirageStudio$1,875
AVA NewportS1$1,965
Harbor Village ApartmentsPlan A$1,995
Harbor at Mesa VerdePlan E1B$1,999
Newport Village ApartmentsJunior 1 Bedroom$2,050
27 Seventy Five Mesa VerdeE1-R$2,089
Villa Siena Apartment HomesPlan A$2,475
Park NewportWedge$2,525
3400 Avenue of the ArtsSeries A.1K$2,548

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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 #79

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 $1,600.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Costa Mesa is $2,641.

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 $3,150 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 553 sq ft.

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