
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA (189 Rentals)


The Hamilton Apartments

Charle Square Apartments

Eastside Haven at 17th

Pacific Villas

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The Parsons

Westbay Eldon Apartments

Westbay Apartments

Bay Breeze
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Westlake Village

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Ponderosa Mobile Estates

1887 Monrovia Ave.

Casa Victoria Apartments

Pacific Park

870 W 19th St

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID10242A
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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID3459A

913 W 19th St

379 Hamilton St

2153 Maple Ave.

711 W 18th St

707 W 18th St

1917 Church St

Jim's Place

2025 Laurie Ln

Albert Place Apartments
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Orange Bay Apartments

135 & 137 Broadway

Costa Mesa Cottages

The Courtyard Apartments

Sea Breeze Villas

741 James St

724 Shalimar Dr

706 Shalimar Dr

863 Center St

Pacifica at Newport Plaza
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534 Bernard St

786 Shalimar Dr

Ebtide

1753 Tustin Ave

130-132 Broadway

652 Center St

788 W 18th St

741 W 18th St

132 E 18th St

134 Broadway
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,154 | $1,628 | $3,230 |
Downtown Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,505 | $1,750 | $3,590 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,262 | $1,950 | $5,395 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,413 | $2,595 | $6,180 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,300 | $5,300 | $5,300 |
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There are currently 189 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 La Casa Blanca and is listed at 750 square feet priced from $2,095. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Casa Blanca | 1BR/1.0BA | 750 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| Westbay Eldon Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 722 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
| Westside Apartments | 11B | 700 Sq Ft | $2,525 |
| AVA Newport | A1 | 675 Sq Ft | $2,725 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Peninsula (A1A-S) | 665 Sq Ft | $2,147 |
| Bay Breeze | The Catalina | 650 Sq Ft | $2,191 |
| Pacific Park | Plan C | 630 Sq Ft | $2,435 |
| Ponderosa Mobile Estates | 1 Bedroom + Office | 400 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
| The Hamilton Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 0 Sq Ft | $2,300 |
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 1 Bedroom + Office Model starting from $1,750 at Ponderosa Mobile Estates. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Costa Mesa is currently $2,505. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Ponderosa Mobile Estates | 1 Bedroom + Office | $1,750 |
| La Casa Blanca | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,095 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Peninsula (A1A-S) | $2,147 |
| Pacific Park | Plan B | $2,185 |
| Bay Breeze | The Catalina | $2,191 |
| Westbay Eldon Apartments | 1BR/1BA | $2,250 |
| The Hamilton Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $2,300 |
| Westside Apartments | 11A | $2,525 |
| AVA Newport | A1 | $2,725 |
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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 Ponderosa Mobile Estates listed at $1,750.
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 $2,505.
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 750 square feet unit starting from $2,095 at La Casa Blanca.
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