
3 Bedroom Homes for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (28 Rentals)


184 E 19th St, Unit BACK unit, Unit BACK unit

973 Mission Dr, Unit 1

1022 El Camino Dr, Unit B-

1022 El Camino Dr

1662 Iowa St

341 Riviera Dr
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664 Wedge

2613 Willo Ln

2521 W Sunflower Ave, Unit J 12, Unit J 12

314 Onyx Ave, Unit 314, Unit 314

962103 Telhan Dr

19872 Inverness Ln

631 W Alton Ave
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19897 Burnley Ln

11788 Quartz Ave

2620 Vista Del Oro

20092 Bayview Ave

8562 Sandy Hook Dr

9192 Christine Dr

9891 Hot Springs Dr
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301 Esplanade

206 Adams St

204 Pearl Ave

11115 Slater Ave

23 Cormorant Cir

406 Carlotta

633 Vista Bonita
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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 | $4,770 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,267 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,747 | $3,795 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,833 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $49,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Best Local Schools in Costa Mesa, CA
Maude B. Davis Elementary
Charles W. Tewinkle Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Costa Mesa
What type of rentals are currently available in Costa Mesa?
There are currently 1433 Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $35,000. There are also 114 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Costa Mesa ranging from $1,089 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 $1,089 to $49,500 with an average monthly rent of $12,533.
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