
Homes for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (107 Rentals)


1682 Grand Vw

2021 Arnold Ave

821 Brickyard Ln, Unit Brickyard West

1519 Orange Ave

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID7826A

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID7843A

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID10242A

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID3459A

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID3487A
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376 Hamilton St

354 La Perle Ln

2423 Minuteman Way

3351 Via Mereno

1625 Hampton Dr

2512 Santa Ana Ave

119 Morristown Ln

2868 El Rio Cir

414 Brighton Springs

2850 Tabago Pl
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1165 Boise Way

2205 Scholarship, Unit 2205 Scholarship – Avenue One

1001 W Stevens Ave, Unit 406-1B

1412 Scholarship, Unit 1412 Scholarship

1206 Nolita, Unit 1206 nolita

500 Cagney Ln, Unit 208

37 Waldorf, Unit 37 Waldorf

3141 Michelson Dr, Unit 1506

2253 Martin, Unit Metropolitan

207 41st St
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Furnished Studio-Orange County - John Wayne Airport

303 34th St

21372 Brookhurst St, Unit 128

21372 Brookhurst St, Unit 128

130-147 47th St

9582 Scotstoun Dr

111 19th St

16219 Mt Lowe Cir

3050 S Bristol St

66 Baycrest Ct, Unit 55
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17168 Newhope St, Unit 111

9732 Pettswood Dr

2341 Watermarke Pl

9719 Adams Ave

206 30th St, Unit 1/2

3237 Watermarke Pl

2600 Newport Beach Blvd, Unit 310

3230 Watermarke Pl

9732 Pettswood Dr

1226 Nolita
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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 | $4,545 | $2,900 | $9,400 |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,297 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,623 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,780 | $6,400 | $10,000+ |
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Best Local Schools in Costa Mesa, CA
Maude B. Davis Elementary
Estancia High School
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What type of rentals are currently available in Costa Mesa?
There are currently 1445 Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $20,000. There are also 104 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Costa Mesa ranging from $1,195 to $55,000.
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 $55,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,072.
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