Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westside Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $900 (42 Rentals)

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Wallace Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wallace Apartments

1915 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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The Arbors
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Arbors

140 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sus Casitas
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sus Casitas

2110 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pine Tree Villa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Tree Villa

114 E 20th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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145 East 18th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

145 East 18th

145 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sea Wind Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Wind Apartments

2250 Vanguard WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Trio Apartment Homes
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trio Apartment Homes

879, 887-897 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sundance West
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sundance West

1990-2002 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pacific Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Park

1760 Pomona AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Casa Serena Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Serena Townhomes

2045 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Orange Bungalows
2 Bedroom Apartments

Orange Bungalows

2666 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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La Mancha Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Mancha Apartments

778 Scott PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Seashore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seashore Apartments

19822 Brookhurst StHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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Westside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

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 $1,788. Costa Mirage has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Westside Costa Mesa apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eight 80 Newport BeachBalboa (E1A-N)Studio,1BA$1,788
Costa MirageStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
Harbor at Mesa VerdePlan E1BStudio,1BA$1,971
Westbay ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,975
Pacific ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,985
Casa Victoria Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,995
Harbor Village ApartmentsPlan AStudio,1BA$1,995
Newport Village ApartmentsJunior 1 BedroomStudio,1BA$1,999
Apex ApartmentsStudio XSStudio,1BA$2,000
The Grand Costa MesaThe Palm1BR,1BA$2,055

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside Costa Mesa, CA

As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westside Costa Mesa area is the $2.68 price per square foot 3x2 Townhouse Model at South Coast Fountains in the in the Westside Costa Mesa neighborhood starting from $4,295. The second greatest value Westside Costa Mesa apartment is the 1002 Mission Dr Model at 1002 Mission Dr, Unit D starting at $2,950 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the Bungalows at Bay Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westside Costa Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
South Coast Fountains3x2 Townhouse3BR,2BA$2.68
1002 Mission Dr, Unit D1002 Mission Dr2BR,1.5BA$2.46
Huntington VistaAndorra2BR,2BA$2.51
Santa Fe VillagePlan B2BR,2BA$2.97
Sea Environment Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.47
Villa Nova TownhomesTownhome2BR,2.5BA$2.89
Pinecreek ApartmentsThe Arrowhead2BR,1.5BA$2.88
Newport Bay Terrace2 Beds / 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2.94
Villa Marseilles ApartmentsThe Versailles- 1 BD, 1 BA1BR,1BA$2.44
Casa Victoria Apartments1 B With Patio1BR,1BA$2.83

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Westside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

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 $1,788.

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 $2,395 at Harbor Village Apartments.

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 Villa Siena and starts from $3,457.

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