How much is the average rent in Costa Mesa, CA for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

Costa Mesa's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,500 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $3,300 per month. These figures reflect the current pricing in this Orange County community's competitive rental landscape.

Are rents going up or down in Costa-Mesa, CA?

Rents in Costa Mesa, CA have experienced a slight decline in 2024, with the average monthly rent decreasing by 1.2% year-over-year.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

February offers the best rental pricing in Costa Mesa, with rents approximately 10% lower than September, which sees the highest prices of the year. December also presents favorable conditions with reduced competition compared to March, the most competitive month for apartment hunting.

What are the best neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?

Central Costa Mesa stands out with consumer interest nearly twice the market average, while all main neighborhoods including Westside Costa Mesa and Eastside Costa Mesa offer strong walkability and well-developed street infrastructure. These areas feature abundant shared spaces and transit accessibility that enhances community connectivity.

What areas of Costa Mesa, CA are best for budget-conscious renters?

Central Costa Mesa offers the most budget-friendly option at around $2,730 per month, running 3% below the city median. Westside Costa Mesa follows closely at around $2,760 per month, just 2% under median rates, while maintaining the same social and pet-friendly amenities as pricier areas.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Costa Mesa, CA?

Costa Mesa accommodates pet owners exceptionally well, with 48% of apartments offering pet-friendly policies across all main neighborhoods. Pet amenities include grooming services, no breed restrictions, outdoor exercise spaces, pet-safe windows, designated waste areas, and pet events throughout the community.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Costa Mesa, CA?

Utilities are rarely included in Costa Mesa rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of total listings across all apartment types. Studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms each show utilities included in less than 1% of available units.

Are most apartments in Costa Mesa, CA largely older buildings or new developments?

Costa Mesa's rental market leans toward newer architectural styles, with contemporary properties comprising 29% of available rentals and modern style homes accounting for 17% of the market. These newer styles emphasize clean lines, open floor plans, and indoor-outdoor living integration that reflects current design trends.

Apartments for Rent with Move In Special in Costa Mesa, CA

25 rentals

Rent special

51m ago

8.3

Very good

Strada Apartments

175 N Feldner Rd, Orange, CA 92868

Rent special | Garage parking | On-site laundry

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,907–$3,036

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Garage Parking

On-Site Laundry

Rent special

2h ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Villa Siena

1250 Adams Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,379–$3,197

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Hardwood Floor

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

Storage

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

2h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Pinnacle at MacArthur Place

31 E Macarthur Cres, Santa Ana, CA 92707

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,507–$3,487

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Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dry Cleaning Service

EV Charging

Fireplace

High Ceilings

Storage

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Rent special

2h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Park Viridian

1515 E Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92805

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,207–$3,027

Price drop

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Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Controlled Access

Hardwood Floor

High Ceilings

LEED Certified

Residents Lounge

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Rent special

2h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

The Aspens South Coast

1601 W Macarthur Blvd, Santa Ana, CA 92704

Rent special | Garage parking | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,440–$3,120

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Top amenities

Dry Cleaning Service

Garage Parking

High Ceilings

On-Site Laundry

Package Service

Swimming Pool

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Highly rated

Rent special

3h ago

9.4

Excellent

Verified

Avalon Irvine

2777 Alton Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92606

Rent special | Furnished | Balcony

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,535–$4,085

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Top amenities

Fitness Center

Furnished

Package Service

Roof Deck

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Nearby rental good for eco-living

$2,207–$3,027

Platinum Triangle

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$2,379–$3,197

1250 Adams Ave

Rent special

3h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

The Aspens Fairhaven

1201 Fairhaven Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705

Rent special | On-site laundry | Balcony

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,350–$3,250

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Top amenities

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

3h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

The Cartwright

17600 Cartwright Rd, Irvine, CA 92614

Rent special | Swimming pool | Fitness center

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,653–$5,366

Price drop

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Top amenities

Controlled Access

Elevator

Package Service

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

5h ago

8.8

Very good

Huntington Cove

17301 Keelson Ln, Huntington Beach, CA 92647

Rent special | Garage parking | On-site laundry

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$2,050–$2,770

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Fitness Center

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

7h ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

eaves South Coast

555 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Rent special | Air conditioning | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,215–$3,370

Price drop

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Top amenities

Carpet

Package Service

Roof Deck

Swimming Pool

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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

$2,589–$3,197

Central Costa Mesa

$2,215–$3,370

Costa Mesa

$2,400

Eastside Costa Mesa

$2,750

Westside Costa Mesa

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Rent special

12h ago

8.7

Very good

Verified

The Alton

2501 Alton Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92606

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,672–$4,578

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Ceiling Fan

Dishwasher

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

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Rent special

12h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Park on First

100 S Zoo Ln, Santa Ana, CA 92701

Rent special | Garage parking | Swimming pool

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,542–$5,396

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Concierge Service

EV Charging

Fitness Center

Residents Lounge

Storage

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Rent special

13h ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Renaissance at Uptown Orange

3063 W Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92868

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,357–$3,437

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Fitness Center

High Ceilings

Residents Lounge

Storage

Swimming Pool

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Highly rated

Rent special

13h ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Toscana

35 Via Lucca, Irvine, CA 92612

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,356–$3,266

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Carpet

Dishwasher

Elevator

Fitness Center

On-Site Laundry

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Rent special

14h ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Plaza Peacock

9682 Alwood Ave, Garden Grove, CA 92841

Rent special | Furnished | Garage parking

1 bed

1 bath

$1,795

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

Furnished

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

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Rent special

17h ago

9.1

Excellent

580 Anton

580 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,594–$7,370

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Business Center

Garage Parking

Package Service

Roof Deck

Swimming Pool

Rent special

18h ago

9.4

Excellent

Verified

Avalon Huntington Beach

7400 Center Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,350–$4,204

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

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Highly rated

Rent special

1d ago

8.2

Very good

Verified

The Kelvin

2850 Kelvin Ave, Irvine, CA 92614

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,873–$4,471

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

Dishwasher

Elevator

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

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Highly rated

Rent special

1d ago

9.7

Excellent

Verified

eaves Huntington Beach

6700 Warner Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,345–$3,140

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

In-Unit Laundry

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Rent special

1d ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Huntington Breakers

21270 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,227–$3,427

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Central Heat

Controlled Access

Fitness Center

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

Residents Lounge

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Rent special

1d ago

8.8

Very good

Coast Apartments

400 Merrimac Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Rent special | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1 bath

$2,495–$2,695

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

Garage Parking

On-Site Laundry

Package Service

Rent special

1d ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Briar Court

3160 West Ball Road, Anaheim, CA 92804

Rent special | On-site laundry | Swimming pool

1 bed

1 bath

$2,095

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

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Highly rated

Rent special

3d ago

8.8

Very good

Newport Seacrest Apartments

843 W 15th St, Newport Beach, CA 92663

Rent special | Garage parking | On-site laundry

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,810–$3,400

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Dishwasher

High Ceilings

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Highly rated

Rent special

4d ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Valley Park

17300 Euclid St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Rent special | On-site laundry | Balcony

2 beds

1 bath

$2,429–$2,917

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

Storage

Swimming Pool

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Rent special

3D tour

5d+ ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Newport Bay Terrace

1691 Mesa Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Rent special | Balcony | Swimming pool

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,595–$3,095

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Central Heat

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

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