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Wimbledon Glen
1142 Buckingham DrCosta 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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3400 Avenue Of The Arts
3400 Avenue of the ArtsCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Mesa Vista Apartments
2274 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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845 Paularino AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Apex Apartment Homes
530 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Harbor Village Apartments
2500 Merrimac WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Eastside Apartments
126 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Westlake Village
955 W 19th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pacific Park
1760 Pomona AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Costa Mirage
393 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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412 Esther St, Unit B
412 Esther 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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970 Mission Dr
970 Mission DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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776 W Wilson St
776 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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631 Victoria St
631 Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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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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988 El Camino Dr
988 El Camino DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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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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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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794 W 18th St
794 W 18th StCosta 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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799 Shalimar Dr
799 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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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 | $2,540 | $1,500 | $4,140 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,158 | $1,508 | $7,720 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,020 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,527 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
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Costa Mesa Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 22, 2026There are currently 151 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Costa Mesa, CA that range in price from $1,500 to $4,195. 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 | 34 | $2,157 | $1,500 |
| Orange County Airport | 28 | $2,925 | $2,269 |
| East Side Costa Mesa | 24 | $2,125 | $1,500 |
| College Park | 21 | $1,993 | $1,500 |
| Cornerstone | 21 | $1,993 | $1,500 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa | 19 | $2,115 | $1,628 |
| Bungalows at Bay Street | 4 | $2,130 | $1,945 |
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 $2,900. Metropolis Apartments has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 685 square feet and currently listed start at $2,865. 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 | $2,900 |
| Metropolis Apartments | Prism Studio | 685 Sq Ft | $2,865 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Studio (E1H-N23) | 633 Sq Ft | $2,644 |
| The Cartwright | S3 | 622 Sq Ft | $2,508 |
| Broadstone Archive | THE AFICIONADO | 611 Sq Ft | $2,468 |
| Bloom | S2 | 609 Sq Ft | $2,847 |
| Costa Mirage | Studio + Loft | 602 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| The Royce | S3.1 | 600 Sq Ft | $2,625 |
| Broadstone Arden | The Aspire | 594 Sq Ft | $2,765 |
| Broadstone Atlas | The Spark | 556 Sq Ft | $2,385 |
Cheapest Available Costa Mesa Studio Apartments
As of July 22, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is the Studio XS Model starting from $1,500 at Apex Apartment Homes in the Cornerstone neighborhood. The second most affordable Costa Mesa Studio is the Studio 456 Model at Mesa Vista Apartments starting at $1,628 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Costa Mesa is currently $2,540. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Costa Mesa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| Apex Apartment Homes | Studio XS | $1,500 |
| Mesa Vista Apartments | Studio 456 | $1,628 |
| Costa Mirage | Studio | $1,800 |
| Harbor at Mesa Verde | Plan E1B | $1,945 |
| 27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde | E1-R | $2,089 |
| Harbor Village Apartments | Plan A | $2,095 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Harbor (E1B-N) | $2,135 |
| Palm Island 55+ Active Senior Community | Antigua | $2,190 |
| Versailles on the Lake Apartments | Alsace | $2,269 |
| Sofi Irvine | Studio | $2,294 |
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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 Apex Apartment Homes listed at $1,500.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Costa Mesa is $2,540.
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 $2,900 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 538 sq ft.
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