Homes for Rent in the Westside Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA (59 Rentals)

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property at 279 E 20th St
$2,250

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$2,250
Total Monthly Price$2,250
Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 1
Furnished

279 E 20th St

Costa MesaCA92627
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property at 273 Cecil Pl
$9,000

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$9,000
Total Monthly Price$9,000
4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now

273 Cecil Pl

Costa MesaCA92627
property at 329 Rochester St
$4,500

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$4,500
Total Monthly Price$4,500
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now

329 Rochester St, Unit B

329 Rochester St
Costa MesaCA92627
  • Smoke Free
property at 2954 Baker St
$5,500

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$5,500
Total Monthly Price$5,500
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 1

2954 Baker St

Costa MesaCA92626

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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property at 376 Hamilton St
$4,250 - $4,950
2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals
Available Now

376 Hamilton St

Costa MesaCA92627

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

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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property at 1165 Boise Way
$5,995
4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now

1165 Boise Way

Costa MesaCA92626
property at 21372 Brookhurst St
$3,300

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$3,300
Total Monthly Price$3,300
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now

21372 Brookhurst St, Unit 114

21372 Brookhurst St
Huntington BeachCA92646
  • Smoke Free
property at 1417 High Bluff Dr
$30,000

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$30,000
Total Monthly Price$30,000
5 Bedroom, 4.5 Bath Home for Rent
Available Now
Eco-Friendly

1417 High Bluff Dr

Newport BeachCA92660
property at 1001 W Stevens Ave
$1,400

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,400
Total Monthly Price$1,400
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Now
Furnished

1001 W Stevens Ave, Unit 406-1B

1001 W Stevens Ave
Santa AnaCA92707
  • Smoke Free
property at 20402 Santa Ana Ave
$4,200
2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Rentals
Available Now
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20402 Santa Ana Ave
Newport BeachCA92660

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property at 1503 Clay St
$3,750
2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Now
Affordability

1503 Clay St

Newport BeachCA92663

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Westside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Westside Costa Mesa

What type of rentals are currently available in Westside Costa Mesa?

There are currently 1126 Apartments for Rent in Westside Costa Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,628 to $15,135. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Westside Costa Mesa ranging from $1,400 to $30,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Westside Costa Mesa?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Westside Costa Mesa ranges from $1,400 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,568.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Westside Costa Mesa?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Westside Costa Mesa range from $2,595 to $11,460, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,300.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.