
Studio Apartments for Rent in the East Side Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA (26 Rentals)


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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 | $2,133 | $1,500 | $3,265 |
East Side Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,707 | $1,695 | $5,385 |
East Side Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,338 | $2,320 | $6,734 |
East Side Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,662 | $3,095 | $10,000+ |
East Side Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,150 | $6,800 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Side Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA.
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Largest Available East Side Costa Mesa Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the East Side Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa, CA is found at Baker Block and is listed at 591 square feet priced from $3,054. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Baker Block | Plan S1 | 591 Sq Ft | $3,054 |
Harbor Village Apartments | Plan A | 485 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
Eight 80 Newport Beach | Harbor (E1B-N) | 460 Sq Ft | $2,175 |
Harbor at Mesa Verde | Plan E1B | 441 Sq Ft | $2,019 |
Costa Mirage | Studio | 420 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
Apex Apartments | Studio XS | 193 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
Cheapest Available East Side Costa Mesa Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit East Side Costa Mesa of Costa Mesa, CA is the Balboa (E1A-N) Model starting from $1,854 at Eight 80 Newport Beach. The average price for all Studio apartments in East Side Costa Mesa is currently $2,133. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Eight 80 Newport Beach | Balboa (E1A-N) | $1,854 |
Costa Mirage | Studio | $1,875 |
Harbor Village Apartments | Plan A | $1,995 |
Apex Apartments | Studio XS | $2,000 |
Harbor at Mesa Verde | Plan E1A | $2,019 |
Baker Block | Plan S1 | $3,054 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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 Studio East Side Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in East Side Costa Mesa with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in East Side Costa Mesa is at Eight 80 Newport Beach listed at $1,854.
How much is the average rent for a Studio East Side Costa Mesa Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in East Side Costa Mesa is $2,133.
What is the largest available Studio East Side Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in East Side Costa Mesa is a 591 square feet unit starting from $3,054 at Baker Block.
What is the average size for East Side Costa Mesa Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in East Side Costa Mesa is currently 432 sq ft.
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