Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Westside Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA (40 Rentals)

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Rental terms in the Westside Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Pacific Villas
$2,151 - $2,881Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
1 Month, 2 Months, 3 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 9 Mon
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Pacific Villas

533 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
Corporate Housing
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  • Customer Reviewed
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property at 555 Paularino Ave

$2,990 - $3,690

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$2,990

Total Monthly Price
$2,990

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jun 15

555 Paularino Ave

Costa MesaCA92626
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Sundance West
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
4 Months, 13 Months
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Sundance West

1990-2002 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627

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Newport Village Apartments
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
12 Months
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Newport Village Apartments

635 W Baker StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
Corporate Housing
  • Utilities Included
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Leeward Apartments
Short Term Available
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Leeward Apartments

2020 Fullerton AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Wallace Court Apartments
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
4 Months, 13 Months
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Wallace Court Apartments

1955 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Baker Block
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
1 Month, 18 Months
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Baker Block

125 Baker St ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Coastal Heights Senior Living
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
12 Months
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Coastal Heights Senior Living

2283 Fairview RdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
Senior Living
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2678 Santa Ana Ave
Short Term Available
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2678 Santa Ana Ave

2678 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sea Pointe Villa
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
12 Months
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Sea Pointe Villa

1380 Village WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626

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Casa Del Sol
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$2,360 - $3,165Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
11 Months
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Casa Del Sol

21661 Brookhurst StHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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property at 401 Holmwood Dr

$6,000

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Base Rent
$6,000

Total Monthly Price
$6,000

2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

401 Holmwood Dr

Newport BeachCA92663
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Huntington Bay
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
12 Months
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Huntington Bay

10152 Ascot CirHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Westside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA

Ranked #1

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Pet Friendly Rating

There's good news if you raise furry friends. This part of Costa Mesa ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Westside Costa Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Westside Costa Mesa?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Westside Costa Mesa is at Eight 80 Newport Beach listed at $1,883.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Westside Costa Mesa Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Westside Costa Mesa is $3,176.

What is the largest Short-term Westside Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Westside Costa Mesa is a 1,645 square feet unit starting from $2,007 at Harbor at Mesa Verde.

What is the average size for Westside Costa Mesa Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Westside Costa Mesa is currently at 621 sq ft.

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