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Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+
2274 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA Under $1,500 (11 Rentals)
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$1,300 - $2,650Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Apex Apartments
530 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
117 Lexington Ln, Unit 1 Room for Rent, Unit 1 Room for Rent
117 Lexington Ln
Costa MesaCA92626
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Albert Place Apartments
120 ALBERT PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Bay Village Apartments
409 W Bay StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Wallace Apartments
1915 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
2302 W Flora St
Santa AnaCA92704
2302 W Flora St
Santa AnaCA92704
2230 S Hickory St
Santa AnaCA92707
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The Palms at South Coast
1331 W Central AveSanta Ana, CA 92704
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404 E Balboa Blvd
404 E Balboa BlvdNewport Beach, CA 92661
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Mesa Studio Apartments Under $1500 | $2,535 | $1,300 | $4,165 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $2,968 | $1,575 | $7,905 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $3,851 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $6,353 | $2,088 | $10,000+ |
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Maude B. Davis Elementary
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (570)
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Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (501)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Costa Mesa
How much are Studio apartments in Costa Mesa?
There are currently 579 Studio Apartments in Costa Mesa with rent ranges from $1,300 to $4,165 with an average price of $2,535.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Costa Mesa ranges from $1,575 to $7,905 with an average monthly rent of $2,968.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Costa Mesa cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Costa Mesa range from $2,450 to $10,436. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,851.
How expensive are Costa Mesa Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 358 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Costa Mesa on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,088 to $35,000 - averaging $6,353 for the location.
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