Cheap Homes for Rent in Westside Costa Mesa Neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA from $1,100 (7 Rentals)

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Westside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Westside Costa Mesa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westside Costa Mesa area of Costa Mesa, CA is a Studio unit found at Eight 80 Newport Beach priced from $1,728. Costa Mirage has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Westside Costa Mesa apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eight 80 Newport BeachBalboa (E1A-N)Studio,1BA$1,728
Costa MirageStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
Harbor at Mesa VerdePlan E1BStudio,1BA$1,904

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside Costa Mesa, CA

As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westside Costa Mesa area is the $2.86 price per square foot 4138 Patrice Rd Model at 4138 Patrice Rd in the in the Newport Heights neighborhood starting from $6,995. The second greatest value Westside Costa Mesa apartment is the 3x2 Townhouse Model at South Coast Fountains starting at $4,295 with a $2.68 price per square foot in the Westside Costa Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westside Costa Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4138 Patrice Rd4138 Patrice Rd5BR,3BA$2.86
South Coast Fountains3x2 Townhouse3BR,2BA$2.68
2713 W Aurora St, Unit 2713 W. Aurora #12713 W Aurora St3BR,2BA$2.47
charle20632BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.43
Fairway Villas Apartment Homes3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.89
Villa SienaNewport3BR,2BA$2.81
2225 Canyon Dr2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.82
Sea Environment Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.47
Villa Nova TownhomesTownhome2BR,2.5BA$2.89
Pinecreek ApartmentsThe Arrowhead2BR,1.5BA$2.88

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Frequently Asked Questions about Westside Costa Mesa

What type of rentals are currently available in Westside Costa Mesa?

There are currently 1112 Apartments for Rent in Westside Costa Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $11,715. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Westside Costa Mesa ranging from $1,147 to $14,700.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Westside Costa Mesa ranges from $1,147 to $14,700 with an average monthly rent of $5,143.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Westside Costa Mesa?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Westside Costa Mesa range from $3,095 to $11,715, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,450 to $10,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

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