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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
House for rent
Available May 15
2d ago
1911 Church St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1612 Orange Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$3,995
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2d ago
Central Costa Mesa condo for rent in Costa Mesa
345 Avocado St #1, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$3,500
Condo for rent
Available May 16
2d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,950
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,895
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
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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
South Coast Metro house for rent in Costa Mesa
1074 Visalia Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
5 beds
4 baths
$1,650
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3d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$4,750
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3d ago
2029 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750–$2,850
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,656–$2,852
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
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3d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,925
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,975
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,995
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4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,950
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
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5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
2.5 baths
$8,495
House for rent
Available May 8
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
3 baths
$8,495
House for rent
Available May 9
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,150
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
641 Joann St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$5,850
House for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
South Coast Metro condo for rent in Costa Mesa
2 beds
2 baths
$3,500
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa townhouse for rent in Costa Mesa
2524 Elden Ave #1A, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Fireplace
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
335 University Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$8,895
House for rent
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
664 Center St #A, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Walk-in closets
2 beds
1 bath
$2,900
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Mesa Verde house for rent in Costa Mesa
2932 Pemba Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
1 bath
$8,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
2408 Carlton Pl, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$4,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Central Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
Studio
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Mesa North house for rent in Costa Mesa
948 Denver Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Outdoor space
4 beds
2.5 baths
$5,650
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Costa Mesa
1298 Watson Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Garage parking | Outdoor space
3 beds
2 baths
$5,500
House for rent
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
5d+ ago
Central Costa Mesa condo for rent in Costa Mesa
260 Victoria St #5, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Ceiling fan
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,325
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa condo for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
4 baths
$6,300
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa condo for rent in Costa Mesa
2218 Placentia Ave #A, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Carpet
2 beds
1 bath
$3,000
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa condo for rent in Costa Mesa
2218 Placentia Ave #D, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Garage parking | Carpet | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$3,000
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,760
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Mesa Verde house for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
2 baths
$4,700
House for rent
5d+ ago
Central Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
973 Mission Dr #1, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,495
Apartment for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
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
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
2157 Rural Ln, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Fireplace | Outdoor space
3 beds
2 baths
$5,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
Mesa North house for rent in Costa Mesa
4 beds
3 baths
$6,250
House for rent
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
2 beds
4 baths
$5,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
Central Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Walk-in closets
1 bed
1 bath
$2,829
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Central Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
292 Joann St #1, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Central heat
3 beds
2 baths
$6,300
House for rent
Available Apr 4
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
1 bed
1 bath
$2,550
House for rent
Available Apr 2
5d+ ago
Central Costa Mesa apartment for rent in Costa Mesa
2 beds
2 baths
$3,075
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Eastside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,295
House for rent
5d+ ago
Westside Costa Mesa house for rent in Costa Mesa
592 Hamilton St #C, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$3,800
House for rent
Available Mar 21
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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.
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.
Rents in Costa Mesa, CA have experienced a slight decline in 2024, with the average monthly rent decreasing by 1.2% year-over-year.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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