Studio Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (85 Rentals)

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1765 Santa Ana Ave
$3,380Studio, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Jan 27

1765 Santa Ana Ave

Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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The Arbors
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The Arbors

140 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sus Casitas
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Sus Casitas

2110 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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145 East 18th
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145 East 18th

145 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Trio Apartment Homes
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Trio Apartment Homes

879, 887-897 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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370 Avocado St
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370 Avocado St

370 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2121 Tustin Ave
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2121 Tustin Ave

2121 Tustin AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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354 Broadway
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354 Broadway

354 BroadwayCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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970 Mission Dr
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970 Mission Dr

970 Mission DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2117 Elden Ave
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2117 Elden Ave

2117 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Tower on 19th
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Tower on 19th

678 W 19th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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734 James St
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734 James St

734 James StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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863 Center St
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863 Center St

863 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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853 Center St
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853 Center St

853 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627

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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 Lifestyle
Costa Mesa, CA

Ranked #98

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Costa Mesa, CA

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Costa Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Costa Mesa with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Costa Mesa is at Apex Apartments listed at $1,500.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Costa Mesa Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Costa Mesa is $2,656.

What is the largest available Studio Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Costa Mesa is a 1,176 square feet unit starting from $3,700 at Broadstone Atlas.

What is the average size for Costa Mesa Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Costa Mesa is currently 560 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Signing Your Apartment Lease: The Basics

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Real Estate Term Glossary: Your Guide to The A to Zs of Renting

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Navigating the World of Low-Income Housing: A Comprehensive Guide

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