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1d ago

9.4

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AVA Newport

1765 Santa Ana Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Swimming pool | Fitness center | Carpet

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,035–$4,545

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343 Cabrillo Street. - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.8

Very good

343 Cabrillo Street.

343 Cabrillo St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Garage parking

2 beds

1 bath

$3,195

Apartment for rent

Monte Vista 174-178 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.5

Very good

Monte Vista 174-178

174 Monte Vista Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

In-unit laundry | Outdoor space

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$2,450–$4,000

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492 Magnolia St - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa

492 Magnolia St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Garage parking | Swimming pool | Hardwood floor

5 beds

4 baths

$10,995

House for rent

Available May 2

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(949) 227-2223 - Tucked on one of Eastside Costa Mesa's most sought-after interior streets, this classic white picket charmer sits in the heart of the Mariners Elementary neighborhood, where tree-lined blocks and a true sense of community make every day feel like home. The main residence spans 2,537 square feet across four bedrooms and 2.5 baths, with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and rich hardwood floors that set a warm, welcoming tone from the moment you step inside. A whitewashed brick fireplace anchors the great room, while walls of windows and glass doors bathe the liv

Chang - 221 Cabrillo Street - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.5

Very good

Chang - 221 Cabrillo Street

221 Cabrillo St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

In-unit laundry | Outdoor space | Microwave

Studio

1 bath

$2,600

Apartment for rent

Sus Casitas Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.6

Very good

Sus Casitas Apartments

2110 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

On-site laundry | On-site management

1 bed

1 bath

$1,950

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376 16th PL - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.3

Very good

376 16th PL

376 16th Pl, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Central heat

2 beds

1 bath

$4,000

Apartment for rent

ALB190-192 - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8

Very good

ALB190-192

190 Albert Pl, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

2 beds

1 bath

$3,300

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Eastside Apartments - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

2d ago

8.9

Very good

Eastside Apartments

126 E 18th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Air conditioning | Microwave | Oven

Studio

1 bath

$2,345

Apartment for rent

2680 Santa Ana Ave - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.5

Very good

2680 Santa Ana Ave

2680 Santa Ana Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Ceiling fan

2 beds

1 bath

$3,595

Apartment for rent

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2477 Elden Ave - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.4

Very good

2477 Elden Ave

2477 Elden Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$3,100

House for rent

2350 Santa Ana Avenue - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.1

Very good

2350 Santa Ana Avenue

2350 Santa Ana Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

3 beds

2 baths

$3,850

Apartment for rent

Elden Court Apartment Homes - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.5

Very good

Elden Court Apartment Homes

2323 Elden Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry

Studio

0 baths

$2,445

Apartment for rent

2682 Santa Ana Ave - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.8

Very good

2682 Santa Ana Ave

2682 Santa Ana Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Air conditioning | Garage parking | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$2,895

Apartment for rent

MYCORN & HORVATH - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.5

Very good

MYCORN & HORVATH

1612 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

2 beds

1 bath

$3,995

Apartment for rent

1911-1917 Church St - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

9.2

Excellent

1911-1917 Church St

1911 Church St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Microwave

1 bed

1 bath

$1,995

Apartment for rent

ROCHESTER - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

ROCHESTER

180 Rochester St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

2 beds

1 bath

$3,200

Apartment for rent

E. 15th Street - 222 1/2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8

Very good

E. 15th Street - 222 1/2

222 1/2 E 15th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

3 beds

2 baths

$4,750

Apartment for rent

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326-330 Rochester St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.4

Very good

326-330 Rochester St

326 Rochester St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

3 beds

2 baths

$3,945

Apartment for rent

2649 Orange Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.1

Very good

2649 Orange Ave

2649 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

3 beds

2 baths

$3,995

Apartment for rent

2545 Elden Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

2 beds

2 baths

$3,600

House for rent

Available Apr 25

1581 Orange Avenue, Unit B - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

7.5

Very good

1581 Orange Avenue, Unit B

1581 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

3 beds

2 baths

$5,600

House for rent

Available May 1

255 Palmer St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa

255 Palmer St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

3 beds

3 baths

$6,500

House for rent

Available Apr 23

1614 Orange Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa

1614 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

2 beds

1 bath

$3,995

House for rent

Available Apr 22

201 E 16th St #D - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa

Quadruplex - Costa Mesa, CA

201 E 16th St #D, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$3,700

Apartment for rent

2157 Rural Ln - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa

Single Family Residence - Costa Mesa, CA

2157 Rural Ln, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Fireplace | Outdoor space

3 beds

2 baths

$5,200

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207 La Costa Ct - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa

207 La Costa Ct, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Garage parking | Hardwood floor | Walk-in closets

4 beds

3 baths

$5,750

House for rent

1742 Bonaire Way - Photo 1 of 1
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5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa

Single Family Residence, Craftsman,Contemporary - Newport Beach, CA

1742 Bonaire Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92660

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony

4 beds

3 baths

$11,500

House for rent

384 16th Pl Apt B #Apt B - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa

Duplex - Costa Mesa, CA

384 16th Pl Apt B #Apt B, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Air conditioning | Garage parking | Ceiling fan

2 beds

1 bath

$4,400

Apartment for rent

184 E 19th St #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa

$4,950 - 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom House In Eastside Costa Mesa With Great Amenities

184 E 19th St #NA, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher

3 beds

2 baths

$4,950

House for rent

Available Apr 14

1869 Tustin Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa

Ranch, Duplex - Costa Mesa, CA

1869 Tustin Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

2 beds

1 bath

$5,300

Apartment for rent

136 E Bay St #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa

E. Bay 136 - A

136 E Bay St #A, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Garage parking | Carpet

1 bed

1 bath

$2,550

House for rent

Available Apr 2

2138 Orange Ave #C120 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa

Cottage, Apartment - Costa Mesa, CA

2138 Orange Ave #C120, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

In-unit laundry | Walk-in closets | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$4,000

Apartment for rent

341 Riviera Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa

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337 Broadway - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa

Cottage, Triplex - Costa Mesa, CA

337 Broadway, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Garage parking | Hardwood floor | Ceiling fan

1 bed

1 bath

$2,900

Apartment for rent

152 Terraza Ct - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa

Single Family Residence, Contemporary - Costa Mesa, CA

152 Terraza Ct, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Ceiling fan

4 beds

2.5 baths

$6,500

House for rent

132 E Bay St #C - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Eastside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa

E. Bay 132 - C

132 E Bay St #C, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$2,800

Apartment for rent

Available Mar 30

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Eastside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa apartment availability

Eastside Costa Mesa's rental market offers a strong selection of listings, with an average of 102 rentals available each month. The neighborhood's inventory is diverse, featuring a mix of 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom apartments, as well as studios. Many of these rentals come with desirable amenities, including dishwashers, outdoor spaces, and in-unit laundry facilities, which are available in approximately 48%, 45%, and 41% of apartments, respectively. With nearly 28% of Costa Mesa's total listings located in Eastside Costa Mesa, renters have a good chance of finding a suitable apartment in this popular neighborhood.

Eastside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa rental market trends

The Eastside Costa Mesa rental market experienced a decline in average rent prices over the past year, with an 8.4% decrease to $3,550 per month. However, not all bed counts followed this trend. The average rent for 1-bedrooms increased by 1.1% to $2,564, while studios saw a 6.3% increase to $2,357. In contrast, 2-bedrooms remained relatively stable with a 0.1% decrease to $3,312, and 3-bedrooms decreased by 5.4% to $4,727.

The rental market in Eastside Costa Mesa tends to fluctuate throughout the year, with April typically seeing the highest rent prices, 22.4% higher than January, the month with the lowest rent. If you're searching for a new apartment, winter may be a good time to look, as prices are generally lower. Keep in mind that the most competitive months for rentals are not specified, but being aware of the seasonal fluctuations can help you navigate the market.

Eastside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa architectural style

Eastside Costa Mesa's architectural landscape is characterized by a strong presence of Contemporary homes, which account for nearly 40% of the area's properties. This prevalence of modern design gives the neighborhood a sleek and sophisticated feel, with clean lines, minimal ornamentation, and an emphasis on functionality. Those seeking a modern living space with an emphasis on comfort and style will find Eastside Costa Mesa an attractive option, with its abundance of Contemporary homes offering a fresh and upscale aesthetic. Architectural style in Eastside Costa Mesa,Costa Mesa is representative of a subset of listings available on Zumper over the last few years.

Why Eastside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa is a great place to live

Eastside Costa Mesa is a prime neighborhood for renters who value a vibrant social life. With a strong walk score and substantial neighborhood population, there's always something to do or someone to meet. The area's transit frequency and well-maintained street infrastructure make it easy to get around, whether you're heading out to meet friends or running errands. Plus, with a focus on safety, residents can feel comfortable exploring the neighborhood and enjoying all it has to offer. Overall, Eastside Costa Mesa is an excellent choice for those seeking a lively, connected community.

Methodology: How we got this data

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 2024 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.

Eastside Costa Mesa Apartments for rent FAQ

What is the average size of an apartment in Eastside Costa Mesa, CA?

The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in Eastside Costa Mesa is 386 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in Eastside Costa Mesa is 821 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in Eastside Costa Mesa is 1415 square feet.

Can I afford an apartment for rent in Eastside Costa Mesa, CA?

To help you better understand how much rent you can afford, check out Zumper's rent calculator. Our rent calculator can help you learn more about Eastside Costa Mesa average rent prices.

What type of apartment rental is most common in Eastside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA?

2 bedroom apartments are the most common type of rentals in Eastside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA right now.

What type of apartment rental is least common in Eastside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA?

Studio apartments are the least common type of rentals in Eastside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA right now.

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