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18h ago
Verified
1850 Whittier Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Central heat | High ceilings
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,309–$5,083
Price drop
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1d ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,399–$3,657
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1d ago
Verified
555 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Air conditioning | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,380–$3,380
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,650–$4,415
Price drop
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19h ago
Verified
555 Paularino Ave #4932A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,410–$3,690
Apartment for rent
19h ago
Verified
1765 Santa Ana Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Assigned parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,760–$5,380
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,350–$3,100
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,595
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2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,000
Apartment for rent
On-Site Laundry
Swimming Pool
Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
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
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
Apartment for rent
4d ago
376 Hamilton St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Controlled access
2 beds
2 baths
$4,250
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4d ago
283 Avocado St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
3 beds
2 baths
$3,050
Apartment for rent
4d 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
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 15
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,600
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,014–$3,099
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,850
Apartment for rent
5d+ 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
4h ago
2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,195–$3,395
Apartment for rent
6h ago
845 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,505–$3,015
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 1
7h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$4,000
Apartment for rent
9h ago
Apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$2,526
Apartment for rent
9h ago
Apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
On-site management
2 beds
1 bath
$3,136
Apartment for rent
9h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,191–$2,771
Apartment for rent
11h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,750
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,050
Apartment for rent
13h 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
Apartment for rent
21h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,195
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,295
Apartment for rent
1d ago
286 Costa Mesa St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$4,500
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Central Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
3.5 baths
$7,500
$7,400
Price drop
House for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
On-site management
Studio
1 bath
$2,351
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Central Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
2528 Bowdoin Pl, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Storage
3 beds
2 baths
$5,500
House for rent
Available Sep 23
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
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,624
Apartment for rent
1d 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
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,655–$3,055
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Central Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
2 beds
2 baths
$2,899
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Central Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
1 bed
1 bath
$2,499
$2,299
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Mesa North house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
2 baths
$4,950
$4,800
Price drop
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2d 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 26
2d 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 26
3d ago
Central Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
2 baths
$5,000
$4,500
Price drop
House for rent
Available Sep 17
3d ago
Central Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
2 baths
$5,000
House for rent
Available Sep 23
3d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,095–$2,195
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,395
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As of today, Costa Mesa's median rent price is $2,955 per month, which is down 13%, or $440, compared to last year.
Median rent
$2,955
YoY change
−13%
−$440/mo
Rentals, last 30 days
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| Size | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| All bedrooms | $2,955 | −13% |
| 1 bedroom | $2,387 | −2% |
| 2 bedroom | $3,100 | −3% |
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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