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Apartments For Rent By Owner in Costa Mesa, CA

22 Rentals
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  1. Building Photo - 498 Pierpont Dr
    4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $5,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$5,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$5,400

    498 Pierpont Dr

    498 Pierpont Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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  2. Building Photo - 184 E 19th St
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,950

    184 E 19th St Unit BACK

    184 E 19th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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  3. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,089
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,089
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,089

    301 Broadway

    301 Broadway, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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  4. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,500

    2252 Cornell Dr Unit B

    2252 Cornell Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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  5. 3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $6,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$6,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$6,500

    236 Camellia Ln Unit B

    236 Camellia Ln, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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  6. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $3,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,000

    412 Esther St Unit B

    412 Esther St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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  7. 3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $4,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,500

    380 W Wilson St Unit F104

    380 W Wilson St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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  8. 3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $4,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,500

    3401 S Main St Unit H

    3401 S Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92707
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  10. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,850
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,850

    1001 W MacArthur Blvd Unit 72

    1001 W MacArthur Blvd, Santa Ana, CA 92707
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  11. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $5,775
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$5,775
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$5,775

    301 Lugonia St

    301 Lugonia St, Newport Beach, CA 92663
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  12. 2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,950

    365 Hamilton St Unit 3

    365 Hamilton St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
  13. 4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $7,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$7,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$7,000

    299 Robinhood Ln

    299 Robinhood Ln, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
  14. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,750
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,750
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,750

    1519 Orange Ave

    1519 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
  15. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,750
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,750
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,750

    1517 Orange Ave

    1517 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
  16. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $1,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,600

    463 Fair Dr

    463 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
  17. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,720
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,720
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,720

    17200 Newhope St Unit Los Cab Studio

    17200 Newhope St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
  18. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,199
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,199
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,199

    2521 W Sunflower Ave Unit J 12

    2521 W Sunflower Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92704
  19. 5 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $1,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,600

    2396 Redlands Dr

    2396 Redlands Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
  20. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,050
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,050
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,050

    500 Cagney Ln Unit 109

    500 Cagney Ln, Newport Beach, CA 92663
  21. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,650
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,650
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,650

    20141 Orchid St Unit Orchid

    20141 Orchid St, Newport Beach, CA 92660
  22. 4 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $6,850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$6,850
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$6,850

    9091 Aloha Dr

    9091 Aloha Dr, Huntington Beach, CA 92646

Costa Mesa at a Glance

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$2,528
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Costa Mesa, CA Apartments for Rent

Costa Mesa is home to South Coast Plaza, one of the largest and most renowned shopping destinations in the United States, and the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, which anchors Orange County's thriving performing arts scene. Those looking for apartments for rent in Costa Mesa will find a city that balances suburban comfort with metropolitan convenience, offering a range of housing options from modern apartment communities in the South Coast Metro area to quieter residential settings in neighborhoods like Mesa Verde.

Renting in Costa Mesa provides access to excellent dining and entertainment throughout the city's 16 square miles, along with 26 parks and recreation facilities for outdoor activities. The city sits just one mile from the Pacific Ocean, making beach access easy for residents. Major employment centers and retail hubs are within the city limits, while nearby Interstate 405 and State Route 55 connect renters to the broader Orange County region. Orange Coast College and Vanguard University add educational opportunities to the area, and the annual Orange County Fair brings seasonal entertainment each summer.

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Early College High School

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Grades 9-12
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Estancia High

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Back Bay High School

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Coastline ROP

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Grades 9-12
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Charles W. Tewinkle Middle

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California Elementary

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Grades K-5
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Maude B. Davis Elementary

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Everett A. Rea Elementary

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Adams Elementary

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Sonora Elementary

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Costa Mesa, CA

What are the average rent costs in Costa Mesa, CA?

The average rent in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,528.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,112.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,528.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is $3,006.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is $3,340.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is $3,867.

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