Apartments For Rent in Costa Mesa, CA
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Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLY$3,272 - $4,247/mo1-2 Beds1 BathEastside Haven at 17th | 313 & 325 W 17th St #325J,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLY$2,815 - $4,755/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Enclave at South Coast | 400 Enclave Cir #402-306,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLY$2,933 - $3,540/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsNewport Palms Apartments | 1850 Whittier Ave #G-204,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLYFURNISHED$1,986 - $3,464/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsHarbor at Mesa Verde | 2700 Peterson Pl #7J,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
PET FRIENDLYFURNISHED$2,223 - $4,471/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 Baths27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde | 2775 Mesa Verde Dr E #57G,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$3,020 - $3,070/mo2 Beds2 BathsMadison Newport Apartment Homes | 2345 Newport Blvd #A202,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
SPECIAL OFFER$1,875 - $2,095/moStudio-1 Bed1 BathMonte Sereno Apartments | 1800 Wallace Ave #f30772496,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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PET FRIENDLYTotal price$3,290 - $6,525/mo1-2 Beds1-3 BathsHalcyon House | 585 Anton Blvd #2604,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,225 - $2,830/mo1-2 Beds1-2 Bathseaves South Coast | 555 Paularino Ave #L211,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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SPECIAL OFFER$1,975 - $2,895/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsWestbay Apartments | 825 Center St #1333975,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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NEW - 19 HRS AGOPET FRIENDLY$2,350 - $2,905/moStudio-2 bd1 baThe Village at South Coast | 845 Paularino Ave #840-A101,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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What Locals Say about Costa Mesa
Review Highlights
Costa Mesa: coastal energy, easy living near beaches, Back Bay, top shopping, arts, and quick commutes. People love walkability, beaches and Back Bay, dining, parks, South Coast Plaza, and easy commutes. They dislike traffic and airport noise, rising costs, crowding, some homelessness and petty crime.
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Average Rent Trends in Costa Mesa, CA
Rent in Costa Mesa, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jun 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $3,339 |
| Jul 2025 | $3,300 |
| Aug 2025 | $3,250 |
| Sep 2025 | $3,295 |
| Oct 2025 | $3,258 |
| Nov 2025 | $3,295 |
| Dec 2025 | $3,237 |
| Jan 2026 | $3,130 |
| Feb 2026 | $2,900 |
| Mar 2026 | $3,000 |
| Apr 2026 | $3,000 |
| May 2026 | $2,975 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,395 | $3,095 | $5,000 | $6,500 | $2,995 |
| Townhomes | $2,999 | $3,300 | $5,195 | $1,250 | $3,500 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,250 | $3,300 | $4,500 | $1,197 | $2,860 |
| Houses | $1,400 | $3,700 | $5,500 | $7,000 | $5,650 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Costa Mesa, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?The average rent of an apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is $3,053 per month. This is about 58% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Costa Mesa, CA?The average rent of a house in Costa Mesa, CA is $6,167 per month. This is about 220% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Costa Mesa, CA?The average rent of a townhome in Costa Mesa, CA is $4,500 per month. This is about 133% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Costa Mesa, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Costa Mesa, CA was lowest in Feb 2025 when it was $3,150 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Costa Mesa, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Costa Mesa, CA was highest in Jun 2025 when it was $3,339 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,400 per month. That is about $225 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Costa Mesa, CA?There are 247 available rental listings in Costa Mesa, CA.
- What are some zip codes in Costa Mesa, CA?
- What are some cities near Costa Mesa, CA?Some nearby cities include: Fountain Valley, Newport Beach, Santa Ana, Huntington Beach, Westminster. These cities may have more rental options to explore.