Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA from $1,500 (35 Rentals)

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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145 E 18th St
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145 E 18th St

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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Sus Casitas
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Sus Casitas

2110 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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994 Valencia St
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994 Valencia St

994 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Sea Wind Apartments
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Sea Wind Apartments

2250 Vanguard WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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property at 17200 Newhope St

$1,895 - $2,850

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Available Aug 14

17200 Newhope St

Fountain ValleyCA92708

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Broadstone Atlas
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$2,327 - $3,733
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$2,327 - $4,636
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Broadstone Atlas

2590 Red Hill AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Park Newport
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$2,395 - $3,245
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$2,402 - $5,146
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Park Newport

1 Park NewportNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Genius Ideas and Studio Layout Tips That Maximize Every Square Inch

Transform your studio apartment layout and maximize storage. Get proven ideas from a 20-year property expert to make any small space stylish and functional.

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404 E Balboa Blvd
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404 E Balboa Blvd

404 E Balboa BlvdNewport Beach, CA 92661
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Sofi Irvine
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Sofi Irvine

2750 Kelvin AveIrvine, CA 92614
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Costa Mesa Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Costa Mesa?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Costa Mesa is under $2,095.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Costa Mesa?

The cheapest apartment in Costa Mesa is Apex Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Costa Mesa costs $4,191.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Costa Mesa?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 87 regular apartments in Costa Mesa that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Costa Mesa?

Cheap apartments in Costa Mesa have an average cost of $633 which is $3,558 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Costa Mesa.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.