
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA (269 Rentals)


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412 Esther St, Unit B

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID10858A

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID3381A

740 James St

721 James St
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717 James St

744 James St

703 Shalimar Dr

263 Cabrillo St

126-140 Melody Ln

794 W 18th St

284 Cabrillo St

840 Center St

133 20th St

535-545 Bernard St
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1637 Irvine Ave

799 Shalimar Dr

853 Center St

361 E 18th St

796 Shalimar Dr

735 James St

770 Shalimar Dr

1773-1775 1/2 Anaheim Ave

874-880 Center St

1950-1954 Parsons St
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Anchor Trailer Park

711 Shalimar Dr

735 Shalimar Dr

716 James St

2035 Fullerton Ave

151 Rochester St

169 18th St

238 Rochester St

745 James St

725 James St
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1741 Pomona Ave

753 Shalimar Dr

The Palms Mobilehome Park

1872 Monrovia Ave

707 James St

Skylark Apartments

1982-1984 Maple Ave

720 James St

1975 Parsons St

854 Center St
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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 | $2,190 | $1,481 | $3,240 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,428 | $1,900 | $4,000 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,236 | $2,450 | $5,200 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,562 | $3,500 | $5,660 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 269 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 Eight 80 Newport Beach and is listed at 633 square feet priced from $2,600. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Studio (E1H-N23) | 633 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
| Westbay Apartments | Studio | 550 Sq Ft | $1,975 |
| AVA Newport | S1 | 320 Sq Ft | $2,255 |
| Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+ | Studio | 285 Sq Ft | $1,481 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Costa Mesa Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown Costa Mesa of Costa Mesa, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,481 at Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Costa Mesa is currently $2,190. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+ | Studio | $1,481 |
| Westbay Apartments | Studio | $1,975 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Harbor (E1B-N) | $2,075 |
| AVA Newport | S1 | $2,255 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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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 Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+ listed at $1,481.
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 $2,190.
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 633 square feet unit starting from $2,600 at Eight 80 Newport Beach.
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Genius Ideas and Studio Layout Tips That Maximize Every Square Inch
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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