Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $1,000 (43 Rentals)

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Wallace Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wallace Apartments

1915 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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931 W 19th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

931 W 19th St

931 W 19th 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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Pine Tree Villa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Tree Villa

114 E 20th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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145 East 18th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

145 East 18th

145 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Trio Apartment Homes
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trio Apartment Homes

879, 887-897 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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La Mancha Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Mancha Apartments

778 Scott PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sundance West
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sundance West

1990-2002 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Casa Serena Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Serena Townhomes

2045 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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St. John's Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

St. John's Manor

2031 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Coast Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Coast Apartments

175-181 E 22nd StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Bedford Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bedford Apartments

1731 Bedford LnNewport Beach, CA 92660
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1401-1409 Superior Ave.
1 Bedroom Apartments

1401-1409 Superior Ave.

1401-1409 Superior AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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Rutland Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Rutland Apartments

1170 Rutland RdNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Downtown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Costa Mesa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa, CA is a Studio unit found at Eight 80 Newport Beach priced from $1,749. Westbay Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here are the most affordable Downtown Costa Mesa apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eight 80 Newport BeachBalboa (E1A-N)Studio,1BA$1,749
Westbay ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,975
Pacific ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,985
The Grand Costa MesaThe Palm1BR,1BA$2,055
AVA NewportS1Studio,1BA$2,070
Bay BreezeThe Catalina1BR,1BA$2,075
Monte Sereno Apartments1b/1b1BR,1BA$2,095
Park Center Place ApartmentsPlan 11BR,1BA$2,140
Pacific Villas1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,151
Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Costa Mesa, CA

As of March 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Costa Mesa area is the $2.80 price per square foot 296 16th Pl Model at 296 16th Pl, Unit B in the in the Balboa Island neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Downtown Costa Mesa apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at 2225 Canyon Dr starting at $3,100 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the Southeast Huntington Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Costa Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
296 16th Pl, Unit B296 16th Pl2BR,1.5BA$2.80
2225 Canyon Dr2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.82
Newport Palms Apartments2x2 C2BR,2BA$3.03
Sandpointe Cove Apartment HomesPlan C2BR,1.5BA$3.10
Newport Villa Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.04
Casa Del SolAvalon1BR,1BA$2.89
Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.93
La Casa Blanca1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.93
Park Center Place ApartmentsPlan 11BR,1BA$3.06
Bay BreezeThe Catalina1BR,1BA$3.19

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Downtown Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA

Ranked #4

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Getting Around the Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood in Costa Mesa, CA

Walk Score®

87 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Costa Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa is at Eight 80 Newport Beach listed at $1,720.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Costa Mesa Apartment is $1,955 at Eight 80 Newport Beach.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Costa Mesa is starting from $2,595 at Westbay Apartments.

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