
Homes for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (110 Rentals)


117 Lexington Ln, Unit 1 Room for Rent, Unit 1 Room for Rent

1519 Orange Ave

357 W Wilson St, Unit Townhome Unit#A, Unit Townhome Unit#A

380 W Wilson St, Unit F104, Unit F104

1517 Orange Ave

299 Robinhood Ln

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555 Paularino Ave, Unit GO FL2-ID10168A

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID12147A

931 W 19th St, Unit 10
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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID12101A

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555 Paularino Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID3769A

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID11046A

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID11780A

973 Mission Dr, Unit 1

931 W 19th St, Unit 30

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID10858A

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555 Paularino Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID4922A

931 W 19th St, Unit 35

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555 Paularino Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID4211A
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271 Rochester St, Unit 844-304

641 Joann St

1144 Carson St

362 Ralcam Pl

221 Cabrillo St

2910 Peppertree Ln

345 Avocado St

414 Brighton Springs

219 Knox Pl

1662 Iowa St

341 Riviera Dr

664 Wedge

651 Breakaway Ln

809 Brickyard Ln

292 Joann St

2263 Avalon St

2547 Cornerstone Ln

1009 Valencia St

2536 Orange Ave

1111 S Coast Dr, Unit J201, Unit J201

2613 Willo Ln

2264 Watermarke Pl, Unit 2264, Unit 2264

500 Cagney Ln, Unit 109, Unit 109

324 E Balboa Blvd, Unit B, Unit B

315 Sapphire Ave

401 Holmwood Dr

314 Onyx Ave, Unit 314, Unit 314

835 Amigos Way

2827 S Fairview St, Unit C, Unit C

2841 S Fairview St, Unit F, Unit F
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Costa Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,145 | $2,600 | $9,000 |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,426 | $1,240 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,834 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,833 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $49,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Costa Mesa?
There are currently 1436 Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $35,000. There are also 100 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Costa Mesa ranging from $1,195 to $49,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Costa Mesa?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Costa Mesa ranges from $1,195 to $49,500 with an average monthly rent of $12,187.
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