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$1,481Studio Apartments Available Now
Mesa Vista Senior Apartments 55+
2274 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA (62 Rentals)
Apartments in the Downtown Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.
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$2,395 - $2,995Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 30
Beach House Apartments
1433 Superior AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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3 Bedroom Apartments
135 Rochester St
135 Rochester StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
167 Rochester
167 RochesterCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 Bedroom Apartments
1786 Rogers Pl
1786 Rogers PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
118 Magnolia
118 MagnoliaCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 Bedroom Apartments
235-241 E 18th St
235-241 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Studio Apartments
The Place
671 W 17th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Studio Apartments
277 Ogle St
277 Ogle StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Studio Apartments
297 Ogle St
297 Ogle StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Eastside Eight
287 16th PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1 Bedroom Apartments
652 Center St
652 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Palermo Townhouse
1932-1940 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 Bedroom Apartments
1589 San Bernardino Pl
1589 San Bernardino PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Pacifica at Newport Plaza
401 Bernard StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Bernard Townhome Apartments
514 Bernard StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Studio Apartments
354 Broadway
354 BroadwayCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1 Bedroom Apartments
788 W 18th St
788 W 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Studio Apartments
794 W 18th St
794 W 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Ebtide
1993 Church StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Seabright
2019 Anaheim AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
746 Tustin Ave
746 Tustin AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
2027-29 Harbor Blvd
2027-29 Harbor BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
4201-4207 Dana Rd
4201-4207 Dana RdNewport Beach, CA 92663
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2 Bedroom Apartments
125 E Bay St
125 E Bay StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 Bedroom Apartments
121 E Bay St
121 E Bay StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 Bedroom Apartments
373 W Bay St
373 W Bay StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 Bedroom Apartments
2052 Pomona Ave
2052 Pomona AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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4 Bedroom Apartments
607 Hamilton St
607 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
592 Hamilton St
592 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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3 to 5 Bedroom Apartments
The Cay at Mariner Shores
2134 Cresta DrNewport Beach, CA 92660
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
313-323 E 21st St
313-323 E 21st StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Hamilton Court Apartments
690 W Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 Bedroom Apartments
939 W 18th St
939 W 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Villa Balboa
101-102 Scholz PlzNewport Beach, CA 92663
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
505 Saint Andrews Rd
505 Saint Andrews RdNewport Beach, CA 92663
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2 Bedroom Apartments
1401 Clay St
1401 Clay StNewport Beach, CA 92663
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Bayleaf Apartments
329 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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3 Bedroom Apartments
321 Avocado St
321 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
370 Avocado St
370 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2 Bedroom Apartments
350 Avocado St
350 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1 Bedroom Apartments
236 Avocado St
236 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Studio Apartments
2316 Elden Ave
2316 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1 Bedroom Apartments
4821 River Ave
4821 River AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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3 Bedroom Apartments
4819 River Ave
4819 River AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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2 Bedroom Apartments
129 40th St
129 40th StNewport Beach, CA 92663
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Coastal Duplex
121 45th StNewport Beach, CA 92663
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4 Bedroom Apartments
4915 River Ave
4915 River AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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1 Bedroom Apartments
5009 River Ave
5009 River AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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3 Bedroom Apartments
5005 River Ave
5005 River AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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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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
Newport Harbor High
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2084)
9 out of 10
Horace Ensign Intermediate
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (875)
8 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Costa Mesa
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Costa Mesa?
There are currently 365 Studio Apartments in Downtown Costa Mesa with rent ranges from $1,481 to $2,699 with an average price of $4,459.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Costa Mesa Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Costa Mesa ranges from $1,900 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,390.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Costa Mesa range from $2,450 to $4,275. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,176.
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