Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA from $1,500 (18 Rentals)

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The Arbors
Studio Apartments

The Arbors

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

Sus Casitas

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

145 East 18th

145 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sea Wind Apartments
Studio Apartments

Sea Wind Apartments

2250 Vanguard WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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404 E Balboa Blvd
Studio Apartments

404 E Balboa Blvd

404 E Balboa BlvdNewport Beach, CA 92661
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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 Cheap Costa Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Costa Mesa?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartment is $1,500 at Apex Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Costa Mesa is starting from $1,500 at Apex Apartments.

What is the most affordable Costa Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Costa Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Apex Apartments and starts from $1,500.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

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As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.