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Mesa Vista Apartments
2274 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $1,628 (19 Rentals)
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The Hamilton Apartments
780-790 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pacific Park
1760 Pomona AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Westlake Village
955 W 19th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Costa Mirage
393 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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AVA Newport
1765-1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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279 E 20th St
Costa MesaCA92627
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The Parsons
2000 Parsons StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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412 Esther St, Unit B
412 Esther StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
1765 Santa Ana Ave
Costa MesaCA92627
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Newport Senior Village Apartments
2080 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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145 E 18th St
145 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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362 Ralcam Pl
Costa MesaCA92627
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Trio Apartment Homes
879, 887-897 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sus Casitas
2110 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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135 & 137 Broadway
135-137 E BroadwayCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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La Casa Blanca
2115 Placentia AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Eight 80 Newport Beach
880 Irvine AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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Beach House Apartments
1433 Superior AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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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 | $2,154 | $1,628 | $3,230 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,505 | $1,750 | $3,590 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,262 | $1,950 | $5,395 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,413 | $2,595 | $6,180 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,300 | $5,300 | $5,300 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA
Newport Heights Elementary
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (502)
10 out of 10
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Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2084)
9 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Costa Mesa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Costa Mesa is under $2,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa is Mesa Vista Apartments which is listed at $1,628, while the average apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa costs $2,527.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Costa Mesa?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 11 regular apartments in Downtown Costa Mesa that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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