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Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA under $2000

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Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA under $2000. 46 Rentals Available
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a counter top
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    2151 Orange Ave., 2152 Elden Ave., 2160 Elden Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    635 West Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    STUDIO $1,900+

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  • a living room with a pool and a blue table
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    3124 South Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92707
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  • an office building on the corner of a city street
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    20422 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, CA 92648
    STUDIO $837+
    2 BEDS $800
  • a kitchen with a table and a stove and a microwave
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    8102 Ellis Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
    STUDIO $790+
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  • the swimming pool at the apartments for rent
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    517 South Newhope Street, Santa Ana, CA 92704
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a bedroom with a bed and a view of a city at night
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    123 Korriban Ln., Irvine, CA 92602
    1 BED $1,500
    3 BEDS $2,000
  • a swimming pool with trees and apartments in the background
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    225 South Newhope Street, Santa Ana, CA 92704
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a living room with couches and colorful pillows
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    2239 W 5TH STREET, SANTA ANA, CA 92703
    4 BEDS $1,031+
  • a white building with a tree in front of it
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    630 East Walnut Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with a bar and a living room with chairs
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    510 MORTIMER ST, SANTA ANA, CA 92701
    STUDIO $1,900
    1 BED $1,950
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  • a swimming pool with palm trees in front of an apartment building
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    2800 West 17Th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1101 SYCAMORE AVE, TUSTIN, CA 92780
    1 BED Ask for pricing
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  • a living room with orange chairs and a couch
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    1440 E. 1St Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
    2 BEDS $969
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  • a house with a sign in front of a yard with trees
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    14852 Park Lane, Midway City, CA 92655
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
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    215 E 15TH ST, SANTA ANA, CA 92701
    1 BED $1,950+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
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    421 North Lyon Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
    1 BED $1,660
  • a living room with a couch and a table and a kitchen
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    1722 N. Bush Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with a stove and sink and a refrigerator
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    1602 Nisson Rd, Tustin, CA 92780
    1 BED Ask for pricing
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
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    530 West First Street, Tustin, CA 92780
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a hot tub and chairs in a pool in front of a house
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    11876 Stuart Drive, Garden Grove, CA 92843
    1 BED $1,630
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
  • a living room and dining room with furniture and a table
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    12681 Lewis Street, Garden Grove, CA 92840
    STUDIO $1,936+
  • a swimming pool with a house in the background
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    2901 North Bristol Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706
    Income Restricted
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
    1 BED $1,057+
    2 BEDS $1,870+
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and white cabinets
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    13920 Hoover Street, Westminster, CA 92683
    STUDIO $1,599+
    1 BED $1,962+
  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    12091 Bayport St, Garden Grove, CA 92840
    STUDIO $1,817+
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
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Getting around in Costa Mesa, CA

49 /100
Car-Dependent
41 /100
Some Transit
70 /100
Very Bikeable
Walk Score®: 49, Transit Score®: 41, Bike Score®: 70

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Costa Mesa, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Costa Mesa, CA were last updated on 7 Apr 2026.

What are the best apartments in Costa Mesa, CA?

The best apartments in Costa Mesa, CA are: Charle Square Apartments, Baywind Apartment Homes, Park Mesa Villas, South Pointe and Canyon Crest Townhomes.

What type of rental buildings are in Costa Mesa, CA?

In Costa Mesa 60% of the housing is rented out compared to 40% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 20% of Costa Mesa's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 61% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 18% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Costa Mesa, CA under $2,000

There’s more than one way to spend $2,000 on rent in Costa Mesa, CA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $2,000 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $2,000 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Costa Mesa, CA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 25 apartments for rent below $2,000 in Costa Mesa, CA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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