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3d ago
1 bed
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$2,435–$2,685
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Eastside Costa Mesa condo for rent in Costa Mesa
2620 Elden Ave #B5, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
2.5 baths
$5,800
$5,600
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Jun 17
3d ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
3 baths
$6,850
House for rent
Available Jun 18
3d ago
Mesa North house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
3 baths
$5,995
House for rent
Available Jul 2
4d ago
845 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,530–$3,010
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 1
4d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,300
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,050
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
2698 Redlands Dr #NA, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$5,000
House for rent
Available Aug 1
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$4,000
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4d ago
Westside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
1 bed
1 bath
$2,400
$2,200
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 10
4d ago
Condo for rent in Costa Mesa
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
Condo for rent
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,595
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
2 beds
2 baths
$5,495
House for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,150
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa condo for rent in Costa Mesa
1845 Anaheim Ave #13A, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$4,300
Condo for rent
Available Aug 4
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
1 bed
1 bath
$2,900
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195–$2,245
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,895
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2323 Elden Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,445
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,895
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
4 baths
$8,595
House for rent
Available Jul 15
5d+ ago
1053 Presidio Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,400
House for rent
Available Jul 21
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
5 baths
$9,800
$9,500
Price drop
House for rent
Available Jun 3
5d+ 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 Aug 8
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
3.5 baths
$9,250
House for rent
5d+ ago
Central Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
1 bed
1 bath
$2,299
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
On-site management
2 beds
1 bath
$3,900
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
2 baths
$5,125
House for rent
Available Jul 11
5d+ ago
Central Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
2 beds
2 baths
$2,850
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
3 baths
$7,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
1.5 baths
$3,850
House for rent
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
1 bed
1 bath
$2,450
House for rent
Available Jul 3
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
132 E Bay St #C, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,600
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 5
5d+ ago
Central Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
1 bed
1 bath
$2,450
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 3
5d+ ago
Central Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
2 baths
$5,700
$4,800
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
3 baths
$7,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
2 beds
1 bath
$3,800
House for rent
Available Mar 21
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
1978 Maple Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,595
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
3 baths
$6,400
House for rent
5d+ ago
Central Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Walk-in closets
3 beds
2 baths
$4,150
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
2151 Pacific Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Fireplace
2 beds
2 baths
$3,125
House for rent
Available Jul 10
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,770
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
2 beds
2 baths
$3,000
House for rent
Available Apr 10
5d+ ago
Central Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
3 baths
$8,995
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
On-site management
Studio
1 bath
$3,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Central Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
2 beds
2 baths
$3,800
House for rent
6h ago
1780 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Balcony | Swimming pool | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$2,995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
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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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