Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA (271 Rentals)

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740 James St
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740 James St

740 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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721 James St
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721 James St

721 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627

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717 James St
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717 James St

717 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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744 James St
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744 James St

744 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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730 James St
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730 James St

730 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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703 Shalimar Dr
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703 Shalimar Dr

703 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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263 Cabrillo St
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263 Cabrillo St

263 Cabrillo StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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794 W 18th St
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794 W 18th St

794 W 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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284 Cabrillo St
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284 Cabrillo St

284 Cabrillo StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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840 Center St
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840 Center St

840 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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133 20th St
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133 20th St

133 20th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627

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1637 Irvine Ave
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1637 Irvine Ave

1637 Irvine AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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799 Shalimar Dr
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799 Shalimar Dr

799 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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853 Center St
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853 Center St

853 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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361 E 18th St
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361 E 18th St

361 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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796 Shalimar Dr
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796 Shalimar Dr

796 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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741 Shalimar Dr
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741 Shalimar Dr

741 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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774 Shalimar Dr
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774 Shalimar Dr

774 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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225 16th Pl
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225 16th Pl

225 16th PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627

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863 Center St
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863 Center St

863 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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129-131 Broadway
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129-131 Broadway

129-131 BroadwayCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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327 E 18th St
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327 E 18th St

327 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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706 James St
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706 James St

706 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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735 James St
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735 James St

735 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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770 Shalimar Dr
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770 Shalimar Dr

770 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627

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711 Shalimar Dr
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711 Shalimar Dr

711 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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735 Shalimar Dr
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735 Shalimar Dr

735 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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716 James St
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716 James St

716 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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753 Shalimar Dr
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753 Shalimar Dr

753 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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707 James St
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707 James St

707 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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720 James St
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720 James St

720 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627

Downtown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

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 $2,150. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Costa MirageStudio + Loft602 Sq Ft$2,150
Westbay ApartmentsStudio550 Sq Ft$1,975
Eastside ApartmentsE1A515 Sq Ft$2,360
Beach House ApartmentsStudio500 Sq Ft$2,275
The ParsonsE1A450 Sq Ft$2,225
Eight 80 Newport BeachBalboa (E1A-N)406 Sq Ft$1,756

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 $1,756 at Eight 80 Newport Beach. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Costa Mesa is currently $2,055. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Eight 80 Newport BeachBalboa (E1A-N)$1,756
Costa MirageStudio$1,875
Westbay ApartmentsStudio$1,975
The ParsonsE1A$2,225
Beach House ApartmentsStudio$2,275
Eastside ApartmentsE1A$2,360

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA

Ranked #4

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

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 $1,756.

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 $2,055.

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 $2,150 at Costa Mirage.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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