
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA (182 Rentals)


The Hamilton Apartments

Newport Palms Apartments

AVA Newport

Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St

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Westbay Apartments

Westlake Village

Ponderosa Mobile Estates
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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 |
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Downtown Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,047 | $1,782 | $2,470 |
Downtown Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,465 | $1,900 | $4,940 |
Downtown Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,131 | $2,320 | $3,970 |
Downtown Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,795 | $3,025 | $4,880 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 182 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA.
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Largest Available Downtown Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa, CA is found at Blue Sol and is listed at 778 square feet priced from $2,685. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Blue Sol | The Sunset | 778 Sq Ft | $2,685 |
Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 750 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
Casa Victoria Apartments | 1 B With Patio | 725 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
Ocean Crest Newport | No Availability | 720 Sq Ft | $4,000 |
Park Center Place Apartments | Plan 1 | 700 Sq Ft | $2,090 |
Charle Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 700 Sq Ft | $2,534 |
Westbay Apartments | 1 bd | 700 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
1606 Westcliff Dr. | Large (1x1 - A3) | 690 Sq Ft | $3,145 |
AVA Newport | A1 | 675 Sq Ft | $2,543 |
Eight 80 Newport Beach | Peninsula (A1A-S) | 665 Sq Ft | $2,171 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Costa Mesa of Costa Mesa, CA is the 1BR/1BA Model starting from $1,995 at Casa Victoria Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Costa Mesa is currently $2,465. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Casa Victoria Apartments | 1BR/1BA | $1,995 |
Park Center Place Apartments | Plan 1 | $2,090 |
Monte Sereno Apartments | 1b/1b | $2,095 |
Pacific Villas | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,151 |
Eight 80 Newport Beach | Peninsula (A1A-S) | $2,171 |
Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | $2,250 |
Westbay Apartments | 1 bd | $2,295 |
The Hamilton Apartments | One Bedroom | $2,300 |
Bay Breeze | The Newport | $2,350 |
291 Avocado St. | 1x1 | $2,495 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA
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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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Getting Around the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood in Costa Mesa, CA
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Costa Mesa is at Casa Victoria Apartments listed at $1,995.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa is $2,465.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Costa Mesa is a 778 square feet unit starting from $2,685 at Blue Sol.
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