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

South Pointe

Missions at Back Bay

eaves South Coast

Park Mesa Villas

3400 Avenue of the Arts

2884 La Salle Ave
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3400 South Main Street

Versailles on the Lake Apartments

Courtyards At South Coast

South Coast Racquet Club

Pinnacle at MacArthur Place
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Newport Bay Terrace

The Royce

Peartree Apartments

Toscana

The Aspens South Coast

Aspen Village

The Residences on Jamboree

Skyloft

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Orange County Airport, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Orange County Airport?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Orange County Airport Studio Apartments | $2,826 | $2,025 | $4,630 |
Orange County Airport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,356 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
Orange County Airport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,242 | $2,463 | $10,000+ |
Orange County Airport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,988 | $4,045 | $6,495 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Orange County Airport Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Newport Village Apartments | Junior 1 Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
South Pointe | Ashbury | 1BR,1BA | $2,185 |
Missions at Back Bay | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,213 |
eaves South Coast | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,240 |
Versailles on the Lake Apartments | Jr Executive Alsace | Studio,1BA | $2,241 |
South Coast Racquet Club | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,277 |
Pinnacle at MacArthur Place | Cluny | 1BR,1BA | $2,281 |
Newport Bay Terrace | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
The Royce | S4 | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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South Coast Fountains | 3x2 Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $2.68 |
Fairway Villas Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.89 |
The Residences on Jamboree | B2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.85 |
3400 South Main Street | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
Main Street Village | INYO | 2BR,2BA | $3.07 |
Axis 2300 Apartments | 12B | 1BR,2BA | $3.12 |
Toscana | Lucca | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
Aspen Village | Alder | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
Missions at Back Bay | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
Newport Bay Terrace | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
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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
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 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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