
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cornerstone Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $1,300 (12 Rentals)
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Cornerstone, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cornerstone?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cornerstone Studio Apartments | $2,100 | $1,300 | $2,287 |
Cornerstone 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,476 | $1,995 | $3,295 |
Cornerstone 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,085 | $2,320 | $4,525 |
Cornerstone 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,684 | $3,095 | $4,346 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Cornerstone Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA.
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Cheapest Available Cornerstone Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cornerstone area of Costa Mesa, CA is a Studio unit found at Apex Apartments priced from $1,600. Costa Mirage has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here are the most affordable Cornerstone apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Apex Apartments | Studio XS | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Costa Mirage | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,875 |
Harbor Village Apartments | Plan A | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Casa Victoria Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Harbor at Mesa Verde | Plan E1B | Studio,1BA | $2,111 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cornerstone, CA
As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cornerstone 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 Cornerstone apartment is the B3 Model at Lux Costa Mesa starting at $4,035 with a $4.06 price per square foot in the Cornerstone neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cornerstone apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Villa Nova Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.89 |
Lux Costa Mesa | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $4.06 |
Pinecreek Apartments | The Arrowhead | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.88 |
Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
Azulon at Mesa Verde, a 55+ Apartment Community | Catalina | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
Casa Victoria Apartments | 1 B With Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
Pinecreek Village Apartments | Aspen- 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
Villa Siena | Huntington | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
Madison Newport Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cornerstone Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cornerstone?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cornerstone is at Apex Apartments listed at $1,600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cornerstone Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cornerstone Apartment is $1,995 at Casa Victoria Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cornerstone Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cornerstone is starting from $2,550 at Apex Apartments.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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