
Gated Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA (29 Rentals)


The Hamilton Apartments

Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St

Eastside Haven at 17th

Pacific Villas

The Parsons

Westlake Village
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Newport Palms Apartments

Westbay Apartments

Olive Tree

Ponderosa Mobile Estates

Villa Nova Townhomes

Costa Mirage

Casa Victoria Apartments
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412 Esther St, Unit B

1068 Hampton Dr

2153 Maple Ave.

321 Avocado St

131 E 21st St

1631-1645 Tustin Ave

Bernard Townhome Apartments
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Pacifica at Newport Plaza

Beach House Apartments

Newport Villa Apartments

1401-1409 Superior Ave.

280 Cagney Ln, Unit 312

1069 Buckingham Ln

746 Tustin Ave
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Villa Balboa
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 | $2,070 | $1,628 | $3,000 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,526 | $1,900 | $4,625 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,273 | $2,450 | $5,395 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,191 | $3,500 | $4,605 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA.
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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University
From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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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 Gated Downtown Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa is at Mesa Vista Apartments listed at $1,628.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Downtown Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa is $2,862.
What is the largest Gated Downtown Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Costa Mesa is a 1,400 square feet unit starting from $2,115 at Casa Victoria Apartments.
Expert Rental Resources
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.