Cheap 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East Side Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $3,095 (1 Rental)
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East Side Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Side Costa Mesa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Side Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,115 | $1,500 | $3,333 |
East Side Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,667 | $1,995 | $5,766 |
East Side Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,292 | $2,320 | $6,020 |
East Side Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,256 | $3,095 | $5,758 |
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Getting Around the East Side Costa Mesa Neighborhood in Costa Mesa, CA
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
33 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Side Costa Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Side Costa Mesa is at Villa Siena listed at $3,254.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Costa Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Costa Mesa Apartment is $3,254 at Villa Siena.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Side Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Side Costa Mesa is starting from $3,254 at Villa Siena.
What is the most affordable East Side Costa Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Side Costa Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Villa Siena and starts from $3,254.
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