
Luxury Homes for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (86 Rentals)
The most luxurious Homes in Costa Mesa with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


1587 Coriander Dr

2977 Mendoza Dr

988 El Camino Dr, Unit 203

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID3487A

555 Paularino Ave

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID10242A

2243 Pacific Ave

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID3459A

414 Brighton Springs
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2512 Santa Ana Ave

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555 Paularino Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID12665A

3193 College Ave

2336 Minuteman Way

376 Hamilton St

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID3500A

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555 Paularino Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID3914A

3017 Cleveland Ave

2474 Rue De Cannes

1765 Santa Ana Ave
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2528 Bowdoin Pl

1625 Hampton Dr

325 Canal Wy

2519 Cornerstone Ln

273 Cecil Pl

273 Cecil Pl

3237 Watermarke Pl

3050 S Bristol St

2233 Martin

2243 Martin
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17168 Newhope St, Unit 111

11027 Slater Ave

8449 Lomond Dr

21851 Newland St

595 Rockefeller

1508 Nolita

2205 Scholarship

2341 Watermarke Pl

2253 Martin, Unit Metropolitan

1503 Clay St
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102 Scholz Plaza

16065 Mt Pico Ct

3450 Watermarke Pl

221 Pearl Ave

7 Starburst Ct

257 Chesterfield

9 MacArthur Pl

17755 La Rosa Ln

191 Steely

1412 Scholarship, Unit 1412 Scholarship
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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 | $4,420 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,178 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,176 | $4,195 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $22,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Best Local Schools in Costa Mesa, CA
Maude B. Davis Elementary
Estancia High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Costa Mesa
What type of rentals are currently available in Costa Mesa?
There are currently 1454 Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,628 to $20,000. There are also 95 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Costa Mesa ranging from $975 to $30,000.
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 $975 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,209.
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