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


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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 | $2,081 | $1,780 | $2,499 |
Downtown Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,154 | $1,995 | $8,985 |
Downtown Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,572 | $2,320 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,216 | $3,095 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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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Largest Available Downtown Costa Mesa Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa, CA is found at Costa Mirage and is listed at 602 square feet priced from $2,050. 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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Costa Mirage | Studio + Loft | 602 Sq Ft | $2,050 |
Westbay Apartments | Studio | 550 Sq Ft | $1,975 |
Eastside Apartments | E1B | 515 Sq Ft | $2,275 |
Pacific Park | Studio | 480 Sq Ft | $1,985 |
Eight 80 Newport Beach | Harbor (E1B-N) | 460 Sq Ft | $1,960 |
AVA Newport | S1 | 320 Sq Ft | $2,010 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Costa Mesa Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown Costa Mesa of Costa Mesa, CA is the Balboa (E1A-N) Model starting from $1,780 at Eight 80 Newport Beach. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Costa Mesa is currently $2,081. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Eight 80 Newport Beach | Balboa (E1A-N) | $1,780 |
Costa Mirage | Studio | $1,900 |
Westbay Apartments | Studio | $1,975 |
Pacific Park | Studio | $1,985 |
AVA Newport | S1 | $2,010 |
Eastside Apartments | E1B | $2,275 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Costa Mesa, CA 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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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 Studio Downtown Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown Costa Mesa is at Eight 80 Newport Beach listed at $1,780.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa is $2,081.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Costa Mesa is a 602 square feet unit starting from $2,050 at Costa Mirage.
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