Rental GuideCosta Mesa, CA

Costa Mesa rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$3,116

Year Over Year Change

$66

Rentals available, last 30 days

105

Rent ranges for Costa Mesa apartments

$6,001 - $50,000

$4,501 - $6,000

$3,001 - $4,500

$1,501 - $3,000

$0 - $1,500

$6,001 - $50,000

$4,501 - $6,000

11%

$3,001 - $4,500

39%

$1,501 - $3,000

43%

$0 - $1,500

11%

39%

43%

How has rent in Costa Mesa, CA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Costa Mesa, CA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $3,116, which is a 2% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa, CA is about $2,499. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa, CA is $3,285, and studios are about $2,162 per month.

See more Costa Mesa, CA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Costa Mesa, CA?

schools

17,816

students

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Who lives in Costa Mesa, CA?

Gender

50% Male

50% Female

Age Range

0-19

22%

20-34

26%

35-44

15%

45-64

24%

65+

11%

Language

English

61%

Spanish

28%

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

14%

High School

37%

Bachelor's

35%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Costa Mesa, CA?

Families

43% Families

57% Single

Property

60% Renters

40% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

10%

25-50k

15%

50-75k

14%

75-100k

15%

100-150k

20%

150k+

24%

How do residents get around Costa Mesa, CA?

Costa Mesa locals spend about 22 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Costa Mesa is through John Wayne Airport-Orange County Airport, 2.02 miles away.

Walking

7/10

Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Cycling

6/10

Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Driving

7/10

This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

3/10

There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for Costa Mesa are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Costa Mesa, CA

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Costa Mesa, 43% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Costa Mesa

Parks & recreation

86%Satisfaction rating

Weather

86%Satisfaction rating

Nightlife

71%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Pet friendly

Quality schools

Dating scene

Affordable housing