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1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,409–$3,687
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2 beds
1 bath
$2,575
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555 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Air conditioning | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,435–$3,250
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1d ago
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Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,305–$4,360
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1d ago
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2 beds
2 baths
$3,680
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1d ago
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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Assigned parking
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$3,220–$4,350
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4h ago
2855 Pinecreek Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Ceiling fan
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,715–$3,510
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4h 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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4h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,525–$2,855
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8h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,191–$2,771
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Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
Swimming Pool
Dishwasher
1d ago
1884 Monrovia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
On-site laundry | Storage | Controlled access
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
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1d ago
301 Avocado St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,595
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150–$2,245
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,845
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2d 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 8
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3d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,380–$2,670
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
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4d ago
2650 Harla Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio
1 bath
$2,150
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4d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,605–$3,220
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16h ago
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1850 Whittier Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Central heat | High ceilings
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
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3h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,435–$2,685
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4h 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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4h ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,300
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4h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,050
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6h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,900–$5,425
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Available Aug 7
13h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$4,000
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1d ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
5 beds
4 baths
$11,500
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1d ago
Westside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,695
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1d ago
Westside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
2 beds
1 bath
$3,750
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Available Mar 21
1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,295–$3,500
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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
Eastside Costa Mesa condo for rent in Costa Mesa
2460 Newport Blvd #G, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,595
Condo for rent
Available Aug 1
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,975
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2d ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
3.5 baths
$7,750
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2d ago
366 Avocado St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Controlled access
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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2d ago
845 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$2,295–$3,010
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Available Apr 1
2d ago
1059 Presidio Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,400
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Available Aug 8
2d ago
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1300 Londonderry St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
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2d ago
Central Costa Mesa townhouse for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
3 baths
$4,600
$4,400
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Available Jul 10
3d ago
2244 Canyon Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$2,700–$3,500
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3d ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
2 beds
2 baths
$5,495
$5,250
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3d ago
1 bed
1–2 baths
$2,095–$2,195
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3d ago
241 W Wilson St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Assigned parking | On-site management | Oven
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
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3d ago
2323 Elden Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,445
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3d 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
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3d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$4,750
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4d ago
374 Hamilton St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$3,950
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,595
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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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