Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cornerstone Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $1,400 (13 Rentals)

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The Arbors
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Arbors

140 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sus Casitas
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sus Casitas

2110 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sea Wind Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Wind Apartments

2250 Vanguard WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Sea Wind Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Wind Apartments

398 Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Casa Serena Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Serena Townhomes

2045 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Cornerstone, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cornerstone Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cornerstone area of Costa Mesa, CA is a Studio unit found at Apex Apartments priced from $1,500. Harbor Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Cornerstone apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Apex ApartmentsStudio XXSStudio,1BA$1,500
Harbor Village ApartmentsPlan AStudio,1BA$1,995
Harbor at Mesa VerdePlan E1AStudio,1BA$2,010
The Grand Costa MesaThe Palm1BR,1BA$2,055
27 Seventy Five Mesa VerdeE1-RStudio,1BA$2,109

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cornerstone, CA

As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cornerstone area is the $3.47 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Costa Mirage in the in the Cornerstone neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Cornerstone apartment is the The Arrowhead Model at Pinecreek Apartments starting at $2,750 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the Cornerstone neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cornerstone apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Costa MirageThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$3.47
Pinecreek ApartmentsThe Arrowhead2BR,1.5BA$2.88
La Casa Blanca1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.93
Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.93
Villa SienaHuntington1BR,1BA$3.19
Mediterranean Village Costa MesaPlan A1BR,1BA$3.16
Madison Newport Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$3.79
The Hamilton ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.96
The Grand Costa MesaThe Palm1BR,1BA$4.15
Harbor Village ApartmentsPlan AStudio ,1BA$4.11

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cornerstone, Costa Mesa, CA

Ranked #6

Among neighborhoods in Costa Mesa, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cornerstone Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cornerstone?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cornerstone Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cornerstone Apartment is $2,055 at The Grand Costa Mesa.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cornerstone is starting from $2,450 at Apex Apartments.

What is the most affordable Cornerstone Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cornerstone Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Villa Siena and starts from $3,434.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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