Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cornerstone Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $1,400 (13 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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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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Casa Serena Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Serena Townhomes

2045 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Cornerstone, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

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 Costa Mirage priced from $1,875. Harbor Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Cornerstone apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Costa MirageStudioStudio,1BA$1,875
Harbor Village ApartmentsPlan AStudio,1BA$1,995
Casa Victoria Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,995
Apex ApartmentsStudio XSStudio,1BA$2,000
Harbor at Mesa VerdePlan E1AStudio,1BA$2,022

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cornerstone, CA

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cornerstone area is the $3.08 price per square foot Newport Model at Villa Siena in the in the Bungalows at Bay Street neighborhood starting from $3,569. The second greatest value Cornerstone apartment is the Townhome Model at Villa Nova Townhomes starting at $3,095 with a $2.89 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Villa SienaNewport3BR,2BA$3.08
Villa Nova TownhomesTownhome2BR,2.5BA$2.89
Pinecreek ApartmentsThe Arrowhead2BR,1.5BA$2.88
Lux Costa MesaB52BR,2BA$3.83
Olive TreeTwo Bedroom 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$3.16
Casa Victoria Apartments1 B With Patio1BR,1BA$2.83
Pinecreek Village ApartmentsSugarbush- 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.53
Prada Pointe Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath - 2621 Harbor Blvd1BR,1BA$3.34
AtWater CoveThe Stern1BR,1BA$3.42
Mediterranean Village Costa MesaPlan A1BR,1BA$3.49

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Cornerstone, Costa Mesa, CA

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

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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 Costa Mirage listed at $1,875.

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 $2,395 at Harbor Village Apartments.

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