Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westside Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $900 (41 Rentals)
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Westside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westside Costa Mesa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Westside Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,231 | $1,500 | $3,603 |
Westside Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,775 | $1,700 | $7,350 |
Westside Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,646 | $2,320 | $9,900 |
Westside Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,779 | $3,095 | $10,000+ |
Westside Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,247 | $1,100 | $7,395 |
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Cheapest Available Westside Costa Mesa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westside Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa, CA is a Studio unit found at Eight 80 Newport Beach priced from $1,862. Costa Mirage has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here are the most affordable Westside Costa Mesa apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Eight 80 Newport Beach | Balboa (E1A-N) | Studio,1BA | $1,862 |
Costa Mirage | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,875 |
Harbor Village Apartments | Plan A | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Casa Victoria Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Apex Apartments | Studio XS | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
Monte Sereno Apartments | 1b/1b | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Villa Marseilles Apartments | The Vineyard-1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Missions at Back Bay | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,136 |
Park Center Place Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Pacific Villas | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,151 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside Costa Mesa, CA
As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westside Costa Mesa area is the $2.50 price per square foot 3x2 Townhouse Model at South Coast Fountains in the in the South Harbor neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Westside Costa Mesa apartment is the The Kingston Model at Wimbledon Glen starting at $3,635 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the South Harbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westside Costa Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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South Coast Fountains | 3x2 Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
Wimbledon Glen | The Kingston | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.78 |
Westbay Apartments | 2bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
Newport Villa Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
Pinecreek Apartments | The Arrowhead | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.88 |
The Monrovia Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
Westlake Village | Huntington | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.81 |
Sea Environment Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
Missions at Back Bay | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
Casa Victoria Apartments | 1 B With Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Westside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA
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This website is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Costa Mesa, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Westside Costa Mesa Neighborhood in Costa Mesa, CA
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westside Costa Mesa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Westside Costa Mesa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Westside Costa Mesa is at Eight 80 Newport Beach listed at $1,862.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Westside Costa Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Westside Costa Mesa Apartment is $1,995 at Casa Victoria Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Westside Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Westside Costa Mesa is starting from $2,526 at Westlake Village.
What is the most affordable Westside Costa Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Westside Costa Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Greystone and starts from $3,447.
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