Cheap Homes for Rent in East Side Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $2,500 (3 Rentals)

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East Side Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

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

As of April 05, 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
Villa Nova TownhomesTownhome2BR,2.5BA$2.89
Pinecreek ApartmentsThe Arrowhead2BR,1.5BA$2.88
Newport Bay Terrace2 Beds / 2 Baths2BR,2BA$3.05
Missions at Back Bay1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.86
Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.93

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Side Costa Mesa

What type of rentals are currently available in East Side Costa Mesa?

There are currently 646 Apartments for Rent in East Side Costa Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $8,345. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Side Costa Mesa ranging from $2,595 to $12,900.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Side Costa Mesa ranges from $2,595 to $12,900 with an average monthly rent of $7,282.

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