
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA (671 Rentals)


The Hamilton Apartments

Charle Square Apartments

Eastside Haven at 17th

Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St

Baywind Apartment Homes

Pacific Villas

The Parsons

Westbay Eldon Apartments

Westbay Apartments
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Bay Timbers Apartments

Eastside Apartments

Bay Breeze

Newport Palms Apartments

Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+

Westlake Village

Hamilton Courtyard Apartments

Westside Apartments

Olive Tree

Ponderosa Mobile Estates
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1887 Monrovia Ave.

Costa Mirage

Casa Victoria Apartments

Pacific Park

Villa Nova Townhomes

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1584 Redlands Pl, Unit C

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412 Esther St, Unit B

365 Hamilton St, Unit 3

1845 Anaheim Ave, Unit 3A

1517 Orange Ave
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299 Robinhood Ln

133 Cecil Pl, Unit East side Costa Mesa

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID7843A

931 W 19th St, Unit 10

2057 Tustin Ave

379 Hamilton St

190-192 Albert Pl

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit GO FL2-ID10858A

1612 Orange Ave

1995-1999 Maple St
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661 W 17th St

664 Wedge

1940 Maple Ave

1984 Anaheim Ave

121 E Bay St

2020 Continental Ave

809 Brickyard Ln

414 Brighton Springs

1068 Hampton Dr

604 San Michel Dr N
Downtown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,140 | $1,481 | $3,160 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,507 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $2,450 | $5,200 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,597 | $3,500 | $5,800 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA
Ranked #4
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA
Newport Heights Elementary
Newport Harbor High
Horace Ensign Intermediate
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Costa Mesa
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Costa Mesa?
There are currently 366 Studio Apartments in Downtown Costa Mesa with rent ranges from $1,481 to $3,160 with an average price of $2,140.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Costa Mesa Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Costa Mesa ranges from $1,900 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,507.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Costa Mesa range from $2,450 to $5,200. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,195.
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