
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA (77 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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Charle Square Apartments

Eastside Haven at 17th

Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St

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Pacific Villas

Eastside Apartments

Bay Breeze
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Olive Tree

1887 Monrovia Ave.

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299 Robinhood Ln

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID7843A
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931 W 19th St, Unit 10

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit GO FL2-ID10858A

121 E Bay St

414 Brighton Springs

604 San Michel Dr N

661 W 17th St

664 Wedge

2153 Maple Ave.

Jim's Place

Orange Bay Apartments
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121 E Bay St

145 E 18th St

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Sundance West

Pacifica Apartments

AVA Newport

Monte Sereno Apartments

Leeward Apartments

Wallace Court Apartments

La Casa Blanca
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Newport 18th

El Syd Apartments

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Blue Sol

Greystone

Bay Street Apartments
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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 | $2,140 | $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 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 77 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA.
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Most Pet Friendly Downtown Costa Mesa Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Downtown Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa, CA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Westcliff with prices starting from $3,175 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Westlake Village scores the second highest with a 3.4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,014. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown Costa Mesa apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westcliff | 4/4 | Newport Harbor | $3,175 |
| Westlake Village | 3.4/4 | Westside Costa Mesa | $2,014 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | 3.2/4 | Newport Harbor | $1,869 |
| Eastside Apartments | 3.2/4 | Downtown Costa Mesa | $2,355 |
| The Hamilton Apartments | 3.2/4 | Westside Costa Mesa | $2,295 |
| Ponderosa Mobile Estates | 3/4 | Downtown Costa Mesa | $1,900 |
| Ocean Crest Newport | 3/4 | West Newport Beach | $10,000 |
| Bay Breeze | 3/4 | Westside Costa Mesa | $2,191 |
| Olive Tree | 3/4 | Westside Costa Mesa | $2,712 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown Costa Mesa
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown Costa Mesa of Downtown Costa Mesa is the Balboa (E1A-N) Model at Eight 80 Newport Beach, which is a Studio unit starting from $1,869. The second cheapest Downtown Costa Mesa Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bedroom + Office 1 Bed unit at Ponderosa Mobile Estates starting at $1,900. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Costa Mesa apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Balboa (E1A-N) | $1,869 |
| Ponderosa Mobile Estates | 1 Bedroom + Office | $1,900 |
| The Hamilton Apartments | One Bedroom | $2,295 |
| Bay Breeze | The Newport | $2,536 |
| Westlake Village | Huntington | $2,782 |
| Newport Palms Apartments | 1x1 A | $2,802 |
| Villa Nova Townhomes | Townhome | $2,995 |
| Sunset Bay III Apartment Community | 2x1 | $2,995 |
| The Parsons | 22B | $3,095 |
| Ocean Crest Newport | Unavailable | $10,000 |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Downtown Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa is at Eight 80 Newport Beach listed at $1,869.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa is $3,178.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Costa Mesa is a 1,170 square feet unit starting from $2,730 at Baywind Apartment Homes.
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