
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Newport Heights Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $2,900 (46 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Newport Heights area of Costa Mesa.


Jim's Place

322 Ogle St

207 E 16th Pl

1741 Tustin Ave

1631-1645 Tustin Ave

Eastside Eight

1730 Santa Ana Ave

283 Knox St
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339 Cabrillo St

211 16th Pl

302 Ramona Pl

265 E 16th Pl

Anchor Trailer Park

333 Cabrillo St

336 Cabrillo St

317 Cabrillo St

Windsor Apartments
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326 Ogle St

383 16th Pl

277 Ogle St

1589 San Bernardino Pl

207 Knox St

314 Ogle St

289-291 Palmer St

216 E 16th Pl

277 16th Pl
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The Towers, Newport

4201-4207 Dana Rd

1500-1600 Clay St

4100-4114 Patrice Rd

1300-1304 Coral Pl

1400 Haven Pl

505 Saint Andrews Rd

4126 Hilaria Way

746 Tustin Ave
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1601 Haven Pl

1501-1507 Haven Pl

1401 Clay St

428-434 Irvine Ave

2000-2006 Coral Pl

506 Irvine Ave

346-352 Catalina Dr

2000-2008 Haven Pl

1601-1801 E 15th Street
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1300 Clay St
Newport Heights, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Newport Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,332 | $3,282 | $3,382 |
| Newport Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,892 | $3,600 | $4,225 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 46 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Newport Heights Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA.
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Cheapest Available Newport Heights Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastside Haven at 17th | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,282 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newport Heights, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Newport Heights area is the $2.90 price per square foot 1584 Redlands Pl Model at 1584 Redlands Pl, Unit Unit C in the in the Balboa Island neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Newport Heights apartment is the 1x1 Model at Eastside Haven at 17th starting at $3,282 with a $5.47 price per square foot in the Santa Ana Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Newport Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1584 Redlands Pl, Unit Unit C | 1584 Redlands Pl | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.90 |
| Eastside Haven at 17th | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.47 |
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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