Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the East Side Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA (75 Rentals)

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Apartments in the East Side Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.

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2354 Santa Ana Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2354 Santa Ana Ave

2354 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2417 Orange Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2417 Orange Ave

2417 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2316 Elden Ave
Studio Apartments

2316 Elden Ave

2316 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2379-2381 Elden Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2379-2381 Elden Ave

2379-2381 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2446 Elden Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2446 Elden Ave

2446 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Wilson Street
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Wilson Street

125-131 E Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Newport Villas
3 Bedroom Apartments

Newport Villas

2460 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Oak Crest Villas
3 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Crest Villas

2233 Fairview RdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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307 Canoe Pond
Studio Apartments

307 Canoe Pond

307 Canoe PondCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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308 Canoe Pond
Studio Apartments

308 Canoe Pond

308 Canoe PondCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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236 Avocado St
1 Bedroom Apartments

236 Avocado St

236 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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313-323 E 21st St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

313-323 E 21st St

313-323 E 21st StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2639-2649 Orange Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2639-2649 Orange Ave

2639-2649 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2633 Elden Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2633 Elden Ave

2633 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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321 Avocado St
3 Bedroom Apartments

321 Avocado St

321 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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121 E Bay St
2 Bedroom Apartments

121 E Bay St

121 E Bay StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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125 E Bay St
2 Bedroom Apartments

125 E Bay St

125 E Bay StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Bayleaf Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bayleaf Apartments

329 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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350 Avocado St
2 Bedroom Apartments

350 Avocado St

350 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Newport Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Newport Court

20362 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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370 Avocado St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

370 Avocado St

370 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Ebtide
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ebtide

1993 Church StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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373 W Bay St
2 Bedroom Apartments

373 W Bay St

373 W Bay StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Hamilton Terrace
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Terrace

419-423 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Blue Sol
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Blue Sol

421 Bernard StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2027-29 Harbor Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2027-29 Harbor Blvd

2027-29 Harbor BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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354 Broadway
Studio Apartments

354 Broadway

354 BroadwayCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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charle2063
2 Bedroom Apartments

charle2063

2063 Charle StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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118 Magnolia
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

118 Magnolia

118 MagnoliaCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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235-241 E 18th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

235-241 E 18th St

235-241 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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592 Hamilton St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

592 Hamilton St

592 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Palermo Townhouse
2 Bedroom Apartments

Palermo Townhouse

1932-1940 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1786 Rogers Pl
2 Bedroom Apartments

1786 Rogers Pl

1786 Rogers PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Newport 18th
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newport 18th

147 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Side Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA

Ranked #3

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about East Side Costa Mesa

How much are Studio apartments in East Side Costa Mesa?

There are currently 356 Studio Apartments in East Side Costa Mesa with rent ranges from $1,600 to $2,595 with an average price of $5,727.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom East Side Costa Mesa Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in East Side Costa Mesa ranges from $1,900 to $3,599 with an average monthly rent of $2,573.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in East Side Costa Mesa cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in East Side Costa Mesa range from $2,320 to $4,644. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,269.

How expensive are East Side Costa Mesa Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 188 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in East Side Costa Mesa on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,025 to $5,500 - averaging $3,883 for the location.

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