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

AtWater Cove

Harbor at Mesa Verde

Pinecreek Village Apartments

The Village at South Coast

Harbor Village Apartments

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

998 El Camino Dr

1259-1263 Baker St

2868 Royal Palm Dr

2864 Royal Palm Dr

Coast Apartments

Mesa Pines

The Cape
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Sea Pointe Villa

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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 | $2,111 | $1,983 | $2,292 |
| Bungalows at Bay Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,497 | $2,195 | $2,835 |
| Bungalows at Bay Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,975 | $2,595 | $3,605 |
| Bungalows at Bay Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,712 | $3,400 | $3,899 |
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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 $1,983. 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 E1A | Studio,1BA | $1,983 |
| Harbor Village Apartments | Plan A | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| AtWater Cove | The Bow | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Villa Siena | Huntington | 1BR,1BA | $2,309 |
| 2621 Harbor Blvd. | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 2621 Harbor Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| The Cape | The Bedford | 1BR,1BA | $2,415 |
| Pinecreek Village Apartments | Sugarbush- 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,590 |
| The Grand Costa Mesa | The Palm | 1BR,1BA | $2,620 |
| Sea Pointe Villa | 1x1-753 | 1BR,1BA | $2,634 |
| The Village at South Coast | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bungalows at Bay Street, CA
As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bungalows at Bay Street area is the $3.22 price per square foot Two Bedroom One Bath Model at The Village at South Coast in the in the Bungalows at Bay Street neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Bungalows at Bay Street apartment is the Dana Point Model at Villa Siena starting at $3,117 with a $3.90 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at South Coast | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Villa Siena | Dana Point | 2BR,2BA | $3.90 |
| Sea Pointe Villa | 1x1-753 | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Pinecreek Village Apartments | Aspen- 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| The Cape | The Ashbury | 1BR,1BA | $4.53 |
| AtWater Cove | The Bow | 1BR,1BA | $4.26 |
| The Grand Costa Mesa | The Palm | 1BR,1BA | $5.29 |
| Harbor Village Apartments | Plan A | Studio ,1BA | $4.32 |
| Harbor at Mesa Verde | Plan E1B | Studio ,1BA | $4.73 |
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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 $1,983.
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 $2,125 at AtWater Cove.
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 $2,637 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 Harbor Village Apartments and starts from $3,400.
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