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13h ago
Verified
1850 Whittier Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Central heat | High ceilings
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,478–$4,272
Price drop
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,389–$3,657
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Mesa North house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
2 baths
$4,950
House for rent
17h ago
Verified
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,685–$4,510
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
555 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Air conditioning | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,070–$3,190
Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
555 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,090–$3,940
Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
1765 Santa Ana Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Assigned parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,790–$5,820
Price drop
Apartment for rent
34m ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,350–$3,270
Price drop
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6h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
Apartment for rent
1d ago
301 Avocado St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
Apartment for rent
In-Unit Laundry
On-Site Laundry
Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,008–$3,099
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Westside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Concierge service
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
House for rent
Available Sep 10
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,245
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,595
Apartment for rent
2h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,655–$3,055
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Central Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
1 bed
1 bath
$2,499
$2,399
Price drop
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4h ago
Apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$2,435
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
On-site management
Studio
1 bath
$2,022
Apartment for rent
4h ago
Apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
On-site management
2 beds
1 bath
$3,100
Apartment for rent
17h ago
1059 Presidio Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,400
House for rent
Available Sep 16
17h ago
1053 Presidio Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,400
House for rent
Available Sep 16
22h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,095–$2,195
Apartment for rent
1d ago
241 W Wilson St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Assigned parking | On-site management | Oven
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2855 Pinecreek Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Ceiling fan
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,715–$3,515
Price drop
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
$3,594
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Eastside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
1 bed
1 bath
$2,275
Apartment for rent
1d ago
374 Hamilton St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2–3 beds
2 baths
$3,950–$5,250
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,900
Apartment for rent
1d 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
Central Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
2977 Mendoza Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,895
$2,795
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 30
1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$4,750
Apartment for rent
1d ago
376 Hamilton St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Ev charging
2–3 beds
2 baths
$4,250–$4,950
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,195–$3,395
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1940 Wallace Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,750–$2,895
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,595
Apartment for rent
2d ago
400 Merrimac Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,295–$2,595
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,850
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
4 baths
$5,900
House for rent
Available Sep 13
2d 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
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,191–$2,771
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,706–$2,908
Apartment for rent
3d ago
845 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$3,010–$3,015
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 1
3d ago
Westside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$3,300
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
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As of today, Costa Mesa's median rent price is $2,995 per month, which is down 14%, or $503, compared to last year.
Median rent
$2,995
YoY change
−14%
−$503/mo
Rentals, last 30 days
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| Size | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| All bedrooms | $2,995 | −14% |
| 1 bedroom | $2,447 | −2% |
| 2 bedroom | $3,216 | −5% |
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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