
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA (332 Rentals)


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365 Hamilton St, Unit 2

329 Rochester St, Unit B

1978 Maple Ave

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119 23rd St

374 Hamilton St

121 E Bay St

414 Brighton Springs

376 Hamilton St

2153 Maple Ave.

2025 Laurie Ln

1798 Pomona Ave

207 E 16th Pl
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707 W 18th St

711 W 18th St

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121 E Bay St

283 Knox St

AVOCADO

374 Hamilton St

2015 Wallace Ave

1925 Pomona Ave

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1965 Wallace Ave

2016 Wallace Ave

2176 Placentia Ave

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276 Avocado St

2027-29 Harbor Blvd

369 Avocado St

2212 Placentia Ave

Cecil Place

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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 | $2,156 | $1,628 | $3,230 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,532 | $1,750 | $3,900 |
Downtown Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,275 | $1,950 | $5,395 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,155 | $2,595 | $5,640 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,300 | $5,300 | $5,300 |
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There are currently 332 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 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa, CA is found at 1069 Buckingham Lane, 1601-1728 Bedford Lane and is listed at 1,112 square feet priced from $3,995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1069 Buckingham Lane, 1601-1728 Bedford Lane | 2 Bed 11/2 Bath Townhome | 1,112 Sq Ft | $3,995 |
| Westbay Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 1,095 Sq Ft | $2,695 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Castaway (B2C-S) | 1,002 Sq Ft | $3,197 |
| AVOCADO | 2BR/2.5BA | 1,000 Sq Ft | $3,395 |
| Westbay Eldon Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 976 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
| Villa Nova Townhomes | Townhome | 965 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
| Eastside Haven at 17th | 2x1 A | 900 Sq Ft | $4,000 |
| Westlake Village | Huntington | 900 Sq Ft | $2,782 |
| The Parsons | 22B | 865 Sq Ft | $3,075 |
| Pacific Villas | 2+1 | 850 Sq Ft | $2,624 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Costa Mesa of Costa Mesa, CA is the 2+1 Model starting from $2,624 at Pacific Villas. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Costa Mesa is currently $3,275. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Villas | 2+1 | $2,624 |
| Westbay Apartments | 2 Bedroom | $2,695 |
| Westbay Eldon Apartments | 2BR/1BA | $2,700 |
| Westlake Village | Huntington | $2,782 |
| 121 E Bay St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | $2,850 |
| Villa Nova Townhomes | Townhome | $2,995 |
| Sunset Bay I Apartments | 2x1 | $2,995 |
| The Parsons | 22B | $3,075 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Castaway (B2C-S) | $3,197 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Downtown Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Downtown Costa Mesa is at Pacific Villas listed at $2,624.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Downtown Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa is $3,275.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Downtown Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Costa Mesa is a 1,112 square feet unit starting from $3,995 at 1069 Buckingham Lane, 1601-1728 Bedford Lane.
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