
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA with Utilities Included (47 Rentals)
Apartments in the Downtown Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa where your utility payments are included in your rent.


Casa Victoria Apartments

Jim's Place

135 Rochester St

2027-29 Harbor Blvd

Wallace Apartments

Bay Village Apartments

Newport Senior Village Apartments

Pine Tree Villa
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145 E 18th St

Sus Casitas

Casa Serena Townhomes

Pacifica Apartments

Monte Sereno Apartments

La Mancha Apartments

Leeward Apartments

AVA Newport

Coast Apartments
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Elden Court Apartment Homes

Sunset Bay I Apartments

Mesa View Apartments

Newport 18th

The Courtyards Apartments

Bay Street

Sunset Bay 2

Bay Street Apartments

Villa West Apartments
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Sonora Apartments

Timberlane Apartments

Victoria Manor Apartments

352 E Victoria St

Mesa Breeze Apartments

Bay Meadow Apartments

Kenwood Place Apartments

378-384 Avocado St

Park Center Place Apartments
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2214 College Ave

Garden Vista Apartments

Country Woods

2117 Elden Ave

Beach House Apartments

Newport Villa Apartments

Ocean Crest Newport

4104 River Ave

Newport Seaside Apartment Homes
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Rutland Apartments

Seashore Apartments
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 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA
Ranked #4
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA
Newport Heights Elementary
Newport Harbor High
Horace Ensign Intermediate
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Frequently Asked Questions about Utilities Included Downtown Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Utilities Included apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Utilities Included Apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa is at Ponderosa Mobile Estates listed at $1,900.
How much is the average rent for a Utilities Included Downtown Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a Utilities Included Apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa is $2,807.
What is the largest Utilities Included Downtown Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's Utilities Included apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Costa Mesa is a 1,400 square feet unit starting from $2,115 at Casa Victoria Apartments.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.