
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bungalows at Bay Street Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $1,900 (35 Rentals)
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Harbor at Mesa Verde

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Wimbledon Glen

AtWater Cove

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Villa Siena
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2621 Harbor Blvd.

970 Valencia

999 Mission Dr

1581 Coriander Dr

Mesa Verde Spice Streets Fourplex

2944 Peppertree Ln

2992 Royal Palm Dr

1598 Caraway Dr
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3001 Filmore Way

994 Mission Dr

995 Mission Dr

985 Valencia St

3103 Cassia Ave

2861 Mendoza Dr

1568 Caraway

3012 Filmore Way
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1301 Baker St

1259-1263 Baker St

2868 Royal Palm Dr

998 El Camino Dr

2864 Royal Palm Dr

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The Cape

Mesa Pines
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Azulon at Mesa Verde, a 55+ Apartment Community

Sea Pointe Villa

Plaza Townhomes
Bungalows at Bay Street, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bungalows at Bay Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bungalows at Bay Street Studio Apartments | $2,148 | $1,986 | $2,350 |
| Bungalows at Bay Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,566 | $2,095 | $2,855 |
| Bungalows at Bay Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,189 | $2,539 | $3,780 |
| Bungalows at Bay Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,260 | $3,037 | $3,495 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Bungalows at Bay Street Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA.
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Cheapest Available Bungalows at Bay Street Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bungalows at Bay Street area of Costa Mesa, CA is a Studio unit found at Harbor at Mesa Verde priced from $1,986. Harbor Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Bungalows at Bay Street apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbor at Mesa Verde | Plan E1B | Studio,1BA | $1,986 |
| Harbor Village Apartments | Plan A | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Villa Siena | Huntington | 1BR,1BA | $2,237 |
| The Cape | The Ashbury | 1BR,1BA | $2,255 |
| The Grand Costa Mesa | The Palm | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| AtWater Cove | The Bow | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
| The Village at South Coast | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,565 |
| Pinecreek Village Apartments | Sugarbush- 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,590 |
| Azulon at Mesa Verde, a 55+ Apartment Community | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $2,654 |
| Wimbledon Glen | The Summerset | 2BR,1BA | $3,205 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bungalows at Bay Street, CA
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bungalows at Bay Street area is the $3.25 price per square foot The Summerset Model at Wimbledon Glen in the in the Bungalows at Bay Street neighborhood starting from $3,205. The second greatest value Bungalows at Bay Street apartment is the Santa Cruz Model at Azulon at Mesa Verde, a 55+ Apartment Community starting at $3,026 with a $3.88 price per square foot in the Bungalows at Bay Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bungalows at Bay Street apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wimbledon Glen | The Summerset | 2BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Azulon at Mesa Verde, a 55+ Apartment Community | Santa Cruz | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
| Pinecreek Village Apartments | Aspen- 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| Villa Siena | Huntington | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| The Village at South Coast | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| The Cape | The Ashbury | 1BR,1BA | $4.18 |
| AtWater Cove | The Bow | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
| The Grand Costa Mesa | The Palm | 1BR,1BA | $4.60 |
| Harbor Village Apartments | Plan A | Studio ,1BA | $4.32 |
| Harbor at Mesa Verde | Plan E1B | Studio ,1BA | $4.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bungalows at Bay Street Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bungalows at Bay Street?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bungalows at Bay Street is at Harbor at Mesa Verde listed at $1,986.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bungalows at Bay Street Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bungalows at Bay Street Apartment is $2,227 at Villa Siena.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bungalows at Bay Street Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bungalows at Bay Street is starting from $2,539 at Villa Siena.
What is the most affordable Bungalows at Bay Street Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bungalows at Bay Street Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Villa Siena and starts from $3,037.
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