Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $2,200 (7 Rentals)

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Newport BeachCA92663
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3121 Coast Hwy

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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 $1,954. 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 BeachDune I (E1B-S)Studio,1BA$1,954
Westbay ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,975
Pacific ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Costa Mesa, CA

As of April 07, 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
Villa Nova TownhomesTownhome2BR,2.5BA$2.89
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$3.01
La Casa Blanca1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.93
Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.93
Park Center Place ApartmentsPlan 11BR,1BA$3.06

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Costa Mesa

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Costa Mesa?

There are currently 643 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Costa Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,900 to $11,095. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Costa Mesa ranging from $2,200 to $12,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Costa Mesa?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Costa Mesa ranges from $2,200 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,358.

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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