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1850 Whittier Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Central heat | High ceilings
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,462–$4,618
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21h ago
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1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,217–$3,827
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8h ago
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Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,250–$4,400
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8h ago
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555 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Air conditioning | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,420–$3,245
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2d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,680
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2d ago
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555 Paularino Ave #3792A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,400–$3,720
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1d ago
2855 Pinecreek Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Ceiling fan
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,275–$3,645
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,525–$2,855
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,191–$2,771
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,575
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2d ago
301 Avocado St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
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3d ago
283 Avocado St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,595
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,845
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4d ago
1053 Presidio Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,400
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Available Aug 2
4d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,370–$2,665
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The average rent in Costa Mesa, as of August 2026, is down 1% compared to last month and down 5.39% year-over-year.Track prices
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
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5d+ ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,575–$3,215
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5d+ ago
Mesa Verde condo for rent in Costa Mesa
1616 Iowa St #D, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
Condo for rent
12h ago
Central Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
4 baths
$6,950
House for rent
Available Aug 1
16h ago
2345 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | High ceilings
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,520–$4,350
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,922–$5,482
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Available Aug 2
1d ago
1955 Wallace Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Controlled access
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,186–$3,006
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1d ago
Westside Costa Mesa townhouse for rent in Costa Mesa
Garage parking | Balcony | Walk-in closets
3 beds
4 baths
$5,800
House for rent
Available Jul 31
1d ago
Central Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
841 Cortez St #NA, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,497
House for rent
Available Aug 23
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,435–$2,685
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1d ago
2029 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
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1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,300
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1d ago
2831 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,050
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Central Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Walk-in closets
2 beds
2 baths
$3,311
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1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,295
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$4,000
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2d ago
Westside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
741 Shalimar Dr #B, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$2,695
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,595
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2d ago
Eastside Costa Mesa townhouse for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
3 baths
$5,400
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2d ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
3 baths
$7,500
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,150
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,700
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3d ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
3 baths
$10,995
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Available Jul 30
3d ago
Eastside Costa Mesa condo for rent in Costa Mesa
2 beds
1 bath
$3,500
Condo for rent
Available Jul 21
3d ago
Westside Costa Mesa townhouse for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
2 baths
$4,995
House for rent
Available Jul 29
3d ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
3 baths
$5,200
House for rent
Available Jul 29
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195–$2,245
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Condo for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,000
Condo for rent
3d ago
Mesa Verde house for rent in Costa Mesa
1800 Oriole Dr #1, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$7,900
House for rent
Available Jul 29
3d ago
2323 Elden Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,445
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
223 Lillian Pl #1, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Controlled access
3 beds
2 baths
$6,500
$6,295
Price drop
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Available Aug 1
4d ago
366 Avocado St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Controlled access
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
Apartment for rent
4d ago
845 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$2,270–$3,010
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 1
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Costa Mesa, CA, is often highlighted for its vibrant arts scene and numerous shopping and dining options. Residents appreciate the proximity to the beach, making it easy to enjoy outdoor activities. The city's parks and community events add to the livability, appealing to families and young professionals alike. However, some locals express concerns about traffic congestion and the rising cost of living, which can make finding affordable rental options a challenge.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa average around $2,420/month and two-bedrooms approximately $3,150/month.
February offers the best rental deals in Costa Mesa with the lowest rents of the year, while September sees peak pricing with roughly 10% higher costs. November and December are less competitive months for apartment hunting.
Mesa Verde, South Coast Metro, and Westside Costa Mesa stand out for social connectivity with high walk scores and vibrant community atmosphere. Central Costa Mesa generates the highest consumer interest at nearly twice the market average.
Based on our current listings data, Westside Costa Mesa offers the best value at around $2,240/month, followed by Central Costa Mesa at approximately $2,300/month and Mesa Verde at about $2,420/month, all running 1% to 8% below the city median.
Based on Zumper's current listings, 42% of Costa Mesa rentals are pet-friendly, which works out to about 132 pet-welcoming apartments each month. Eastside Costa Mesa, South Coast Metro, Central Costa Mesa, and Westside Costa Mesa offer the best pet amenities with no breed restrictions.
In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are extremely rare in Costa Mesa, showing up in just 0.02% of units. Studios lead at 0.07% while one-bedrooms and two-bedrooms each offer utilities-included options in roughly 0.02% and 0.01% of listings respectively.
Based on our current listings data, Costa Mesa's rental market blends eras with contemporary architecture leading at 28.9% of properties, followed by modern styles at 19.6%. Early 1900s bungalows still represent 12.4% of available rentals, reflecting the city's architectural diversity.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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