
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cornerstone Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $1,400 (13 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 | $2,102 | $1,500 | $2,488 |
Cornerstone 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,781 | $1,995 | $5,385 |
Cornerstone 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,272 | $2,320 | $6,734 |
Cornerstone 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,539 | $3,095 | $3,971 |
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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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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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 |
Apex Apartments | Studio XS | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
Harbor at Mesa Verde | Plan E1A | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Villa Siena | Newport | 3BR,2BA | $3.08 |
Villa Nova Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.89 |
Pinecreek Apartments | The Arrowhead | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.88 |
Lux Costa Mesa | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $3.83 |
Olive Tree | Two Bedroom 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.16 |
Casa Victoria Apartments | 1 B With Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
Pinecreek Village Apartments | Sugarbush- 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
Prada Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 2621 Harbor Blvd | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
AtWater Cove | The Stern | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
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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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