Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (41 Rentals)

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Pinecreek Apartments
$2,200 - $3,000

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 11

Pinecreek Apartments

2300 Fairview RdCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Aurum
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$2,765 - $8,815

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Aurum

2055 Main StIrvine, CA 92614
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NOVA Apartments
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$2,799 - $5,430

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Base Rent$2,799 - $5,430
Total Monthly Price$2,799 - $5,430
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NOVA Apartments

18130 Derian AveIrvine, CA 92614
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Broadstone Edition
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$3,117 - $4,155

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Broadstone Edition

1100 SteelyIrvine, CA 92614
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The Carlyle
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$3,807 - $5,144

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The Carlyle

18880 DouglasIrvine, CA 92612
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Sea Breeze Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Breeze Villas

133 E 16th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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126 42nd St
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126 42nd St

126 42nd StNewport Beach, CA 92663
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The Arbors
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Arbors

140 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Leeward Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Leeward Apartments

2020 Fullerton AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Baker Block
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Baker Block

125 Baker St ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Halcyon House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Halcyon House

585 Anton BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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St Johns Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

St Johns Manor

2031 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Blue Sol
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Blue Sol

421 Bernard StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Tower on 19th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tower on 19th

678 W 19th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Domingo Pines
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Domingo Pines

851 Domingo DrNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Southtown
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Southtown

2140 S Main StSanta Ana, CA 92707

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Sofi Irvine
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sofi Irvine

2750 Kelvin AveIrvine, CA 92614
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Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

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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 Costa Mesa

How much are Studio apartments in Costa Mesa?

There are currently 577 Studio Apartments in Costa Mesa with rent ranges from $1,628 to $4,325 with an average price of $4,027.

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 $1,750 to $8,410 with an average monthly rent of $3,204.

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 $1,950 to $15,135. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,040.

How expensive are Costa Mesa Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 353 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Costa Mesa on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,595 to $20,000 - averaging $6,305 for the location.

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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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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

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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.