
Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA Under $3,000 (198 Rentals)


Villa Nova Townhomes

365 Hamilton St, Unit 3

Westside Apartments

Newport Palms Apartments

The Enclave at South Coast

Wimbledon Glen

Madison Newport Apartment Homes

Olive Tree

580 Anton
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The Parsons Apartment Homes

Pinecreek Village Apartments

The Grand Costa Mesa

Sunset Bay III Apartment Community

Park Mesa Villas

AtWater Cove

Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa

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3400 Avenue Of The Arts

Eastside Apartments

South Pointe
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The Village at South Coast

South Coast Fountains

The Hamilton Apartments

27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde

Westbay Eldon Apartments

2621 Harbor Blvd.

Villa Siena

eaves South Coast

Missions at Back Bay

Bay Timbers Apartments
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Bay Breeze

Pacific Villas

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Pinecreek Apartments

Casa Victoria Apartments

Harbor Village Apartments

Harbor at Mesa Verde

Westlake Village

Pacific Park

Westbay Apartments

Ponderosa Mobile Estates

Costa Mirage

Apex Apartment Homes

Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+

1984 Anaheim Ave

776 W Wilson St, Unit C

393-395 Broadway

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555 Paularino Ave, Unit GO FL2-ID10168A

2910 Peppertree Ln

121 E Bay St

379 Hamilton St
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 $3000 | $2,651 | $1,481 | $3,733 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $3000 | $3,070 | $1,508 | $6,540 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $3000 | $3,875 | $1,808 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $3000 | $6,350 | $2,088 | $10,000+ |
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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 $1,481 to $3,733 with an average price of $2,651.
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 $1,508 to $6,540 with an average monthly rent of $3,070.
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 $1,808 to $10,360. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,875.
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 $6,350 for the location.
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