
Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (1,555 Rentals) Page 3 of 32


Coriander Apartments

740 James St

1030 Mission Apartments

1024 Mission Townhomes

Albert Place Apartments

994 Valencia St

Orange Bay Apartments

135 & 137 Broadway

121 E Bay St

283 Knox St

2545 Elden Ave

336 E 20th St

2558 Orange Ave

Anchor Trailer Park

674-676 W 18th St

667 Victoria St

127 E 21st St

2052 Pomona Ave

3106 Cassia Ave

140 E Bay St

240 Magnolia St

2002-2012 Santa Ana Ave

Joann Street Apartments

1950 Wallace Ave

995 Mission Dr

2421 Elden Ave

307 Canoe Pond

235-241 E 18th St

936 W 18th St

2608-2614 Santa Ana Ave

170-196 Admiral Way

1574 Caraway Dr

702 James St

1335 Baker St

741 James St

350 Avocado St

Costa Mesa Estates

396 W Bay St

2005 Anaheim Ave

2617 Elden Ave

2005 Santa Ana Ave

Sea Breeze Villas

181 Del Mar Ave

706 Shalimar Dr

1740-1746 Orange Ave

1033 Mission Dr

1598 Caraway Dr

2077-2083 Wallace Ave

2229 Elden Ave
Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Costa Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,540 | $1,500 | $4,270 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,177 | $1,599 | $8,095 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,974 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,151 | $2,595 | $10,000+ |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Costa Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $4,545 | $2,900 | $9,400 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $6,297 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $15,623 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $9,780 | $6,400 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Costa Mesa
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA?
As of today, August 15, 2026, there are currently 1,555 available Costa Mesa apartments priced from $1,500 to $20,000, with an average monthly rent of $3,524.
What Costa Mesa neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 8 neighborhoods in the Costa Mesa area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Long Beach/Ports with 8,047 listings, Central OC West of I 5 with 4,868 listings, and South Anaheim with 4,122 listings.
How much are Studio apartments in Costa Mesa?
There are currently 580 Studio Apartments in Costa Mesa with rent ranges from $1,500 to $4,270 with an average price of $2,540.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Costa Mesa ranges from $1,599 to $8,095 with an average monthly rent of $3,177.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Costa Mesa cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Costa Mesa range from $1,950 to $10,610. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,974.
How expensive are Costa Mesa Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 356 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Costa Mesa on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,595 to $20,000 - averaging $6,151 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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