
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Side Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $2,600 (3 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in East Side Costa Mesa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Side Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,404 | $2,600 | $6,500 |
East Side Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,115 | $4,250 | $10,000+ |
East Side Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,103 | $4,975 | $7,200 |
East Side Costa Mesa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,800 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Side Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side Costa Mesa, CA
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side Costa Mesa area is the $2.89 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Fairway Villas Apartment Homes in the in the Avenue One neighborhood starting from $4,045. The second greatest value East Side Costa Mesa apartment is the Newport Model at Villa Siena starting at $3,361 with a $2.90 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Fairway Villas Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.89 |
Villa Siena | Newport | 3BR,2BA | $2.90 |
Villa Nova Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.89 |
Pinecreek Village Apartments | Innsbruck- 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.03 |
The Collective | 2BR/1BA with balcony JR | 2BR,1BA | $3.67 |
Pinecreek Apartments | The Arrowhead | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.88 |
Missions at Back Bay | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
Newport Bay Terrace | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
Park Center Place Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
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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 640 Apartments for Rent in East Side Costa Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $8,135. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Side Costa Mesa ranging from $2,600 to $14,700.
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 $2,600 to $14,700 with an average monthly rent of $7,605.
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