Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cornerstone Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $1,400 (16 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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Mesa Pines
1 Bedroom Apartments

Mesa Pines

2650 Harla AveCosta 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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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. The Hamilton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Cornerstone apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Apex ApartmentsStudio XXSStudio,1BA$1,500
The Hamilton ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
La Casa BlancaStudioStudio,1BA$1,995
Harbor Village ApartmentsPlan AStudio,1BA$1,995
Harbor at Mesa VerdePlan E1BStudio,1BA$1,999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cornerstone, CA

As of February 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cornerstone area is the $2.73 price per square foot 2x1 Model at 291 Avocado St. in the in the Cornerstone neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Cornerstone apartment is the Townhome Model at Villa Nova Townhomes starting at $2,995 with a $3.10 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.
291 Avocado St.2x12BR,1BA$2.73
Villa Nova TownhomesTownhome2BR,2.5BA$3.10
Pinecreek ApartmentsThe Arrowhead2BR,1.5BA$2.88
Newport Palms Apartments2x2 C2BR,2BA$3.14
Costa MirageThree Bedroom3BR,1BA$3.13
2868 Hickory Pl, Unit A2868 Hickory Pl2BR,1BA$3.33
27 Seventy Five Mesa VerdeA1F1BR,1BA$3.34
Missions at Back Bay1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.00
Newport Bay Terrace1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.33
Villa SienaHuntington1BR,1BA$3.33

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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 $2,144 at Harbor at Mesa Verde.

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 Costa Mirage and starts from $2,900.

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