
Homes for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA Under $3,400 (46 Rentals)


783 Grayling Bay

2151 Pacific Ave

555 Paularino Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID10168A

555 Paularino Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID10492A

2910 Peppertree Ln

2985 Mendoza Dr

1519 Orange Ave

221 Cabrillo St

931 W 19th St, Unit 30
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931 W 19th St, Unit 5

1911 Church St, Unit 1917 #4

362 Ralcam Pl

301 Broadway

2264 Watermarke Pl, Unit 2264, Unit 2264

2225 Scholarship

1409 Superior Ave

2168 Scholarship, Unit 2168, Unit 2168

618 Clubhouse Ave

Furnished Studio-Orange County - John Wayne Airport
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8866 Tulare Dr

631 W Alton Ave

19872 Inverness Ln

500 Cagney Ln, Unit 109, Unit 109

19756 Kingswood Ln

1101 W MacArthur Blvd

3466 Watermarke Pl

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

200 McNeil Ln

2463 Watermarke Pl
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2521 W Sunflower Ave

2379 Scholarship

21372 Brookhurst St, Unit 128

2841 S Fairview St, Unit F, Unit F

21372 Brookhurst St, Unit C

21372 Brookhurst St, Unit 128

1010 W MacArthur Blvd, Unit 3, Unit 3

2827 S Fairview St, Unit C, Unit C

17230 Newhope St

18689 San Marcos St

2108 Scholarship, Unit 20

30 Undisclosed Address, Unit Main House

2302 W Flora St

2302 W Flora St

2230 S Hickory St

3613 Ramona Dr
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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 | $4,870 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,972 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,475 | $3,795 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,125 | $7,500 | $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 1436 Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $35,000. There are also 117 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 $12,061.
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