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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 | $5,028 | $2,850 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,522 | $3,300 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,279 | $4,800 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,016 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Costa Mesa, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/26/2026Current apartment rentals in the Costa Mesa, CA area range in price from $1,500 to $12,077 with an overall median price of $4,174. The three Costa Mesa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bungalows at Bay Street at $1,945, Cornerstone at $1,500, and Newport Heights at $3,300. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Costa Mesa Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bungalows at Bay Street | $3,676 | $1,945 | 31 |
| Cornerstone | $3,900 | $1,500 | 74 |
| Newport Heights | $3,975 | $3,300 | 3 |
| College Park | $4,176 | $1,500 | 69 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa | $4,240 | $1,628 | 52 |
| East Side Costa Mesa | $4,245 | $1,500 | 126 |
| Westside Costa Mesa | $4,291 | $1,500 | 267 |
| Orange County Airport | $4,895 | $1,508 | 319 |
Cheapest Available Costa Mesa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Costa Mesa, CA is a Studio unit found at Apex Apartment Homes in the Cornerstone neighborhood priced from $1,500. Parc Derian in the Westpark neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,508. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Costa Mesa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apex Apartment Homes | Studio XS | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Parc Derian | Veterans Only Waitlist | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
| Mesa Vista Apartments | Studio 456 | Studio,1BA | $1,628 |
| Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Ponderosa Mobile Estates | 1 Bedroom + Office | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Costa Mesa area is the $2.89 price per square foot 22AA Model at Axis 2300 Apartments in the in the UC Irvine neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value Costa Mesa apartment is the Plan 2A Model at Valley Park starting at $2,527 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the Fountain Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Costa Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axis 2300 Apartments | 22AA | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.89 |
| Valley Park | Plan 2A | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.52 |
| Pinecreek Apartments | The Arrowhead | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.88 |
| Park Pacific | Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| The Monrovia Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Sea Environment Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| 3400 South Main Street | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| The Havens | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Westbay Eldon Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Casa Victoria Apartments | 1 B With Patio | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
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There are currently 1442 Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $20,000. There are also 95 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Costa Mesa ranging from $1,100 to $42,000.
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 $1,100 to $42,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,266.
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