919 Joann St
Costa MesaCA92627
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA from $1,000 (50 Rentals)
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Apex Apartments
530 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Costa Mirage
393 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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The Hamilton Apartments
780-790 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Harbor at Mesa Verde
2700 Peterson PlCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Westbay Apartments
825 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pacific Park
1760 Pomona AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Harbor Village Apartments
2500 Merrimac WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Casa Victoria Apartments
525 Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Ponderosa Mobile Estates
1991 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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AVA Newport
1765-1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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The Grand Costa Mesa
2855 Pinecreek DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Newport Village Apartments
635 W Baker StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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The Village at South Coast
845 Paularino AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Monte Sereno Apartments
1800 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pinecreek Apartments
2300 Fairview RdCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Newport Senior Village Apartments
2080 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Eight 80 Newport Beach
880 Irvine AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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Fairview Green
2613 S Fairview Sreet StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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Palm Island 55+ Active Senior Community
11300 Warner AveFountain Valley, CA 92708
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Pacific Woods Apartment Homes
16350 S Harbor BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92704
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3400 South Main Street
3400 S Main StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Costa Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,566 | $1,500 | $6,900 |
| Cheap Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,169 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,919 | $2,320 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,159 | $3,095 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Costa Mesa, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/04/2025Current apartment rentals in the Costa Mesa, CA area range in price from $1,100 to $14,557 with an overall median price of $4,697. The three Costa Mesa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bungalows at Bay Street at $1,936, Cornerstone at $1,500, and College Park at $1,500. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Costa Mesa Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Bungalows at Bay Street | $3,399 | $1,936 | 98 |
| Cornerstone | $3,399 | $1,500 | 97 |
| College Park | $3,675 | $1,500 | 100 |
| East Side Costa Mesa | $3,850 | $1,500 | 194 |
| Orange County Airport | $4,567 | $2,050 | 295 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa | $6,995 | $1,729 | 107 |
| Westside Costa Mesa | $6,995 | $1,100 | 350 |
Cheapest Available Costa Mesa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Costa Mesa, CA is a Studio unit found at Apex Apartments in the Cornerstone neighborhood priced from $1,500. Eight 80 Newport Beach in the Upper Newport Bay neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,780. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Costa Mesa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Apex Apartments | Studio XXS | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Eight 80 Newport Beach | Balboa (E1A-N) | Studio,1BA | $1,780 |
| Costa Mirage | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| Westbay Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| Pacific Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,985 |
| Harbor Village Apartments | Plan A | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Ponderosa Mobile Estates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| AVA Newport | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,010 |
| The Grand Costa Mesa | The Palm | 1BR,1BA | $2,015 |
| Newport Village Apartments | Junior 1 Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Costa Mesa area is the $2.86 price per square foot 4138 Patrice Rd Model at 4138 Patrice Rd in the in the Newport Heights neighborhood starting from $6,995. The second greatest value Costa Mesa apartment is the 3x2 Townhouse Model at South Coast Fountains starting at $4,295 with a $2.68 price per square foot in the Westside Costa Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Costa Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 4138 Patrice Rd | 4138 Patrice Rd | 5BR,3BA | $2.86 |
| South Coast Fountains | 3x2 Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| 2713 W Aurora St, Unit 2713 W. Aurora #1 | 2713 W Aurora St | 3BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| charle2063 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| 3400 South Main Street | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| Huntington Vista | Barcelona | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
| Valley Park | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.42 |
| Palm Island 55+ Active Senior Community | Dominique | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Sea Environment Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Missions at Back Bay | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
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Costa Mesa Overview
Costa Mesa is the heartbeat of Orange County in many ways, just an arm's stretch to first-class shopping, dining, colleges and beaches, as well as minutes from renowned cultural arts venues and hundreds of major employers. Apartment living in Costa Mesa means quick and easy freeway access to the entire SoCal lifestyle!
Why live in Costa Mesa, CA?
Costa Mesa apartments put you right in the center of the OC, within about 15 minutes of everything – rather than 30 minutes or more. Exits off the 405 give direct access to the world-famous coastlines of Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach and Newport Beach for surfing, bonfires, rollerblading and pier fishing. Costa Mesa itself has 28 parks and two municipal golf courses, so you can easily hop a bus for some local outdoor fun. Shopping is a major thing, with more than 250 boutiques and restaurants at South Coast Plaza, and some interesting indie shops at The Lab, The Camp and the SoCo Collection.
Pet Friendly LifestyleCosta Mesa, CA
Ranked #67
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Costa Mesa, CA
Maude B. Davis Elementary
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (545)
8 out of 10
Charles W. Tewinkle Middle
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (506)
6 out of 10
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Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Costa Mesa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Costa Mesa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Costa Mesa is under $2,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Costa Mesa?
The cheapest apartment in Costa Mesa is Ponderosa Mobile Estates which is listed at $2,000, while the average apartment in Costa Mesa costs $4,697.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Costa Mesa?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Costa Mesa that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Costa Mesa?
Cheap apartments in Costa Mesa have an average cost of $284 which is $4,413 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Costa Mesa.
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