Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Park Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $1,400 (22 Rentals)

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The Arbors
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Arbors

140 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pine Tree Villa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Tree Villa

114 E 20th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sus Casitas
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sus Casitas

2110 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sea Wind Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Wind Apartments

2250 Vanguard WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Sundance West
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sundance West

1990-2002 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627

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St. John's Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

St. John's Manor

2031 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pointe Mesa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pointe Mesa

365 Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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College Park, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available College Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Park area of Costa Mesa, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Orange Elden Apartments priced from $1,695. Costa Mirage has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here are the most affordable College Park apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Orange Elden Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,695
Costa MirageStudioStudio,1BA$1,875
Harbor at Mesa VerdePlan E1BStudio,1BA$1,984
Harbor Village ApartmentsPlan AStudio,1BA$1,995
Casa Victoria Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Park, CA

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the College Park area is the $2.89 price per square foot Townhome Model at Villa Nova Townhomes in the in the Cornerstone neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value College Park apartment is the The Arrowhead Model at Pinecreek Apartments starting at $2,750 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the Cornerstone neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villa Nova TownhomesTownhome2BR,2.5BA$2.89
Pinecreek ApartmentsThe Arrowhead2BR,1.5BA$2.88
Olive TreeTwo Bedroom 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$3.16
The Parsons22B2BR,2BA$3.61
Casa Victoria Apartments1 B With Patio1BR,1BA$2.83
Prada Pointe Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath - 2621 Harbor Blvd1BR,1BA$3.34
Charle Square Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.63
AtWater CoveThe Stern1BR,1BA$3.42
Mediterranean Village Costa MesaPlan A1BR,1BA$3.50
Orange Elden Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.94

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
College Park, Costa Mesa, CA

Ranked #6

Among neighborhoods in Costa Mesa, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in College Park?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in College Park is at Costa Mirage listed at $1,875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College Park Apartment is $1,695 at Orange Elden Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom College Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in College Park is starting from $2,395 at Harbor Village Apartments.

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