Cheap Homes for Rent in Westside Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $2,200 (11 Rentals)

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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 Apex Apartments priced from $1,300. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Apex ApartmentsStudio XXSStudio,1BA$1,300
Costa MirageStudioStudio,1BA$1,875
Eight 80 Newport BeachHarbor (E1B-N)Studio,1BA$1,884
The Hamilton ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Casa Victoria Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside Costa Mesa, CA

As of September 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westside Costa Mesa area is the $2.64 price per square foot 4150 Patrice Rd Model at 4150 Patrice Rd, Unit Patrice Road in the in the Newport Heights neighborhood starting from $6,995. The second greatest value Westside Costa Mesa apartment is the Plan C Model at Santa Fe Village starting at $3,500 with a $2.82 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4150 Patrice Rd, Unit Patrice Road4150 Patrice Rd5BR,3BA$2.64
Santa Fe VillagePlan C2BR,2.5BA$2.82
Huntington VistaAndorra2BR,2BA$2.56
Mediterranean Village Costa MesaPlan G2BR,2BA$2.80
Newport Villa Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.74
Pinecreek ApartmentsThe Arrowhead2BR,1.5BA$2.88
Missions at Back Bay2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.80
The Monrovia Apartment Homes2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.69
Sea Environment Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.56
Casa Victoria Apartments1 B With Patio1BR,1BA$2.83

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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 1110 Apartments for Rent in Westside Costa Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $11,265. There are also 66 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Westside Costa Mesa ranging from $2,250 to $18,325.

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 $2,250 to $18,325 with an average monthly rent of $5,614.

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 $3,025 to $11,265, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,595 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,375 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,395.

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