Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Orange County Airport Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $1,600 (40 Rentals)

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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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Orange Bungalows
2 Bedroom Apartments

Orange Bungalows

2666 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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The Cape
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Cape

1000 S Coast DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Baker Block
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Baker Block

125 Baker St ECosta Mesa, CA 92626

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Sofi Irvine
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sofi Irvine

2750 Kelvin AveIrvine, CA 92614
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Orange County Airport, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Orange County Airport Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Orange County Airport area of Costa Mesa, CA is a Studio unit found at Newport Village Apartments priced from $2,025. South Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,185. Here are the most affordable Orange County Airport apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Newport Village ApartmentsJunior 1 BedroomStudio,1BA$2,025
South PointeAshbury1BR,1BA$2,185
Missions at Back Bay1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,213
eaves South CoastA11BR,1BA$2,240
Versailles on the Lake ApartmentsJr Executive AlsaceStudio,1BA$2,241
South Coast Racquet Club1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,277
Pinnacle at MacArthur PlaceCluny1BR,1BA$2,281
Newport Bay Terrace1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,295
The RoyceS4Studio,1BA$2,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orange County Airport, CA

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Orange County Airport area is the $2.68 price per square foot 3x2 Townhouse Model at South Coast Fountains in the in the Westside Costa Mesa neighborhood starting from $4,295. The second greatest value Orange County Airport apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Fairway Villas Apartment Homes starting at $4,045 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the Avenue One neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Orange County Airport apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
South Coast Fountains3x2 Townhouse3BR,2BA$2.68
Fairway Villas Apartment Homes3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.89
The Residences on JamboreeB2B2BR,2BA$2.85
3400 South Main StreetTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.48
Main Street VillageINYO2BR,2BA$3.07
Axis 2300 Apartments12B1BR,2BA$3.12
ToscanaLucca1BR,1BA$3.13
Aspen VillageAlder1BR,1BA$3.07
Missions at Back Bay1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.94
Newport Bay Terrace1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.06

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Orange County Airport, Costa Mesa, CA

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States, including Costa Mesa. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Orange County Airport Neighborhood in Costa Mesa, CA

Walk Score®

43 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

17 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Orange County Airport Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Orange County Airport?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Orange County Airport is at Newport Village Apartments listed at $2,025.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Orange County Airport Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Orange County Airport Apartment is $2,185 at South Pointe.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Orange County Airport Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Orange County Airport is starting from $2,463 at Missions at Back Bay.

What is the most affordable Orange County Airport Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Orange County Airport Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairway Villas Apartment Homes and starts from $4,045.

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