Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $1,400 (36 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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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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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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Sundance West
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sundance West

1990-2002 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Orange Bungalows
2 Bedroom Apartments

Orange Bungalows

2666 Orange 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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Pointe Mesa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pointe Mesa

365 Wilson 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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East Side Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Side Costa Mesa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa, CA is a Studio unit found at Apex Apartments priced from $1,500. Eight 80 Newport Beach has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,720. Here are the most affordable East Side Costa Mesa apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Apex ApartmentsStudio XXSStudio,1BA$1,500
Eight 80 Newport BeachBalboa (E1A-N)Studio,1BA$1,720
Harbor Village ApartmentsPlan AStudio,1BA$1,995
Harbor at Mesa VerdePlan E1AStudio,1BA$2,025
The Grand Costa MesaThe Palm1BR,1BA$2,055
Newport Village ApartmentsJunior 1 BedroomStudio,1BA$2,075
Mediterranean Village Costa MesaPlan A1BR,1BA$2,119
Pacific Villas1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,151
Missions at Back Bay1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,171
Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side Costa Mesa, CA

As of March 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side 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 East Side Costa Mesa apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom Townhome Model at 1030 Mission Apartments starting at $3,450 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the Bungalows at Bay Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side 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
1030 Mission Apartments2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$2.88
1024 Mission Townhomes2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$2.85
994 Valencia St, Unit 104994 Valencia St2BR,2BA$2.76
1022 El Camino Dr, Unit C1022 El Camino Dr3BR,2BA$2.79
Sea Pointe Villa2x2-10722BR,2BA$3.03
Pinecreek ApartmentsThe Arrowhead2BR,1.5BA$2.88
Newport Bay Terrace2 Beds / 2 Baths2BR,2BA$3.05
Missions at Back Bay1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.88
Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.93

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Side Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA

Ranked #3

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 East Side Costa Mesa Neighborhood in Costa Mesa, CA

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 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 East Side Costa Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Side Costa Mesa?

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

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

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

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

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

What is the most affordable East Side Costa Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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