Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA (268 Rentals)

Westbay Apartments

Westlake Village

Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+

Costa Mirage

362 Ralcam Pl

221 Cabrillo St

740 James St

721 James St

717 James St
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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

1637 Irvine Ave
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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

Anchor Trailer Park
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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

1741 Pomona Ave
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753 Shalimar Dr

The Palms Mobilehome Park

810 Center St

777 18th St

Skylark Apartments

1982-1984 Maple Ave

720 James St

1975 Parsons St

854 Center St

846-850 Center St
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 | $2,051 | $1,481 | $2,699 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,390 | $1,900 | $4,000 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,176 | $2,450 | $4,275 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,681 | $3,500 | $6,000 |
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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 650 square feet priced from $2,594. 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 (E1I-N23) | 650 Sq Ft | $2,594 |
| Westbay Apartments | Studio | 550 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| Sandpointe Cove Apartment Homes | Plan A | 400 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
| AVA Newport | S1 | 320 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| 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 $2,051. 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 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Balboa (E1A-N) | $1,739 |
| Westbay Apartments | Studio | $1,995 |
| Sandpointe Cove Apartment Homes | Plan A | $2,195 |
| AVA Newport | S1 | $2,200 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA
Newport Heights Elementary
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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 $2,051.
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 650 square feet unit starting from $2,594 at Eight 80 Newport Beach.
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