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Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa CA - 1,223 Rentals

Costa Mesa, CA Apartments for Rent

Over the years, Costa Mesa has attracted many new residents, thanks to the relatively affordable cost of living and relaxed environment; families are drawn to the quiet neighborhoods and quality schools. Just a few blocks inland from Newport Beach, visitors and locals relish a laid-back coastal atmosphere in Costa Mesa, and a day by the ocean is only a short drive away from anywhere in town.

The extensive trails of Talbert Regional Park and the links of Costa Mesa Golf Course provide more opportunities to soak up the Southern California sunshine. The performing arts are well-represented in venues as diverse as the modest Costa Mesa Playhouse, the open-air Pacific Amphitheatre, and the magnificent Segerstrom Concert Hall. Easy access to the 405 makes it simple to reach anywhere in the LA area for work or leisure.

Costa Mesa, CA Rental Insights

Average Rent Rates

What is the average rent in Costa Mesa, CA?

The average rent in Costa Mesa is $2,419. When you rent an apartment in Costa Mesa, you can expect to pay as little as $2,057 or as much as $3,168, depending on the location and the size of the apartment.

What is the average rent of a Studio apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,057 per month.

What is the average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

The average rent for a one bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,418 per month.

What is the average rent of a 2 bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

The average rent for a two bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,907 per month.

What is the average rent of a 3 bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

The average rent for a three bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is $3,168 per month.

Transportation

How transit friendly is Costa Mesa, CA?

Transit options in Costa Mesa vary, but overall, it has a transit score of 38.

Education

What are the top Elementary schools in Costa Mesa, CA?

In Costa Mesa, you’ll find top-ranking elementary schools like Heinz Kaiser Elementary, Maude B. Davis Elementary, and Killybrooke Elementary.

What are the top middle schools in Costa Mesa, CA?

Costa Mesa is home to some top-ranking middle schools, including Costa Mesa High and Charles W. Tewinkle Middle.

What are the top high schools in Costa Mesa, CA?

Moving is tough for high school students! Look for Costa Mesa apartments near top-ranking high schools like Costa Mesa High and Estancia High.

What colleges and universities are in Costa Mesa, CA?

If you’re a student moving to an apartment in Costa Mesa, you’ll have access to Orange Coast College, The Art Inst., Orange County, and Coastline Community College.

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