Costa Mesa, CA Apartments For Rent
256 rentals
- PET FRIENDLY$1,999 - $5,000/moStudio-2 Beds1 BathNewport Village Apartments | 635 W Baker St,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626 - NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY
- NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,595 - $4,055/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Enclave at South Coast | 400 Enclave Cir,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626 - PET FRIENDLY
- NEW - 2 DAYS AGOPET FRIENDLY
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- NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,260 - $3,642/mo1-2 Beds1-3 BathsMediterranean Village Costa Mesa | 2400 Harbor Blvd,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626 - $3,020 - $3,175/mo2 Beds2 BathsMadison Newport Apartment Homes | 2345 Newport Blvd,
Costa Mesa, CA 92627 - $2,099 - $3,999/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsHarbor at Mesa Verde | 2700 Peterson Pl,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626 - $2,928 - $3,175/mo1 Bed1 BathAzulon at Mesa Verde, a 55+ Apartment Community | 1500 Mesa Verde Dr E,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626 - $2,140 - $3,571/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 Baths27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde | 2775 Mesa Verde Dr E,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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 increased in Aug 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jun 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $3,295 |
| Oct 2025 | $3,258 |
| Nov 2025 | $3,295 |
| Dec 2025 | $3,237 |
| Jan 2026 | $3,130 |
| Feb 2026 | $2,903 |
| Mar 2026 | $3,000 |
| Apr 2026 | $3,000 |
| May 2026 | $2,975 |
| Jun 2026 | $3,000 |
| Jul 2026 | $3,195 |
| Aug 2026 | $3,284 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In August 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 | $2,456 | $3,139 | $4,595 | $6,950 | $3,195 |
| Townhomes | $3,000 | $3,200 | $5,250 | $4,995 | $4,300 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,250 | $2,950 | $4,300 | $1,494 | $2,910 |
| Houses | $1,400 | $3,600 | $5,833 | $6,950 | $6,000 |
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 $3,099 per month. This is about 58% 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 $2,456 per month. That is about $255 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Costa Mesa, CA?There are 227 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.
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