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Apartments for Rent in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA

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Apartments for Rent in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA. 233 Rentals Available
  • a living room with couches and a table and a balcony
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    550 Paularino, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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    1 BED $2,195
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  • the swimming pool at the preserve at ballantyne commons apartments
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    655 Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    1 BED $2,325+
    2 BEDS $2,795+
    3 BEDS $3,770+
  • a living room with a white couch and a tv
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    845 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    STUDIO $2,295
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $3,025+
  • a pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas next to a pool
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    1000 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    1 BED $2,365+
    2 BEDS $2,990+
    3 BEDS $3,790+
  • a living room with a couch and a table and a mirror
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    580 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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    1 BED $2,849+
    2 BEDS $3,616+
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1142 Buckingham Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    STUDIO $2,285+
    1 BED $2,625+
    2 BEDS $3,135+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    635 West Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    STUDIO $1,900+
    1 BED $2,200+
    2 BEDS $2,750+

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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    3700 South Plaza Drive, Santa Ana, CA 92704
    STUDIO $2,157+
    1 BED $2,483+
    2 BEDS $3,064+
  • a living room and kitchen with a couch and a table
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    651 Sunflower Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92707
    STUDIO $2,724
    1 BED $2,788+
    2 BEDS $4,035+
  • the walkway to the gazebo and pond at the resort
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    3600 Aspen Village Way, Santa Ana, CA 92704
    1 BED $2,805+
    2 BEDS $3,290+
  • a swimming pool with palm trees and buildings in the background
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    3700 S Santa Fe Village Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92704
    1 BED $2,685+
    2 BEDS $3,555+
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  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a refrigerator
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    20122 Santa Ana Ave., Newport Beach, CA 92660
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $3,155
    3 BEDS $4,190
  • a living room with a couch and a chair
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    3400 South Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92707
    1 BED $2,100+
    2 BEDS $2,700
  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    1561 Mesa Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
    1 BED $2,420+
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  • a living room with a fireplace and a television
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    18880 Douglas, Irvine, CA 92612
    2 BEDS $3,737+
    3 BEDS $4,750
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    1691 Mesa Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
    1 BED $2,495
    2 BEDS $2,995
  • a living room with a pool and a blue table
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    3124 South Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92707
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED $2,747+
    2 BEDS $3,034+
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  • a yard with a sign that reads beach front property management
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    2621 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    1 BED $2,395
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1500 Mesa Verde Drive E., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    1 BED $2,605
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with couches and a table and a window
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    2201 S. Pacific Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92704
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    401 Rockefeller, Irvine, CA 92612
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $4,336+
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  • a living room with two leather chairs and a view of a golf simulator
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    4201 Jamboree Rd, Newport Beach, CA 92660
    STUDIO $2,749+
    1 BED $2,838+
    2 BEDS $3,944+
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    2400 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    1 BED $2,250+
    2 BEDS $2,856+
  • a large swimming pool in front of a house
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    241 Avocado Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    1 BED $2,150
    2 BEDS $2,395
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  • 398 W. Wilson St. 2-3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    398 W. Wilson St., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
    2 BEDS $2,100
    3 BEDS $2,800
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South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA rent trends

Rental prices in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA have decreased by 1.09% over the past year. The average rent moved from $3,098 to $3,064.

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The national average price of rental apartments is $1,741, while the average monthly rent in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA is $3,064.

Average rent in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA

$3,064/mo South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA is around $3,064.

    What's the typical rent budget in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA?

    A share of 19% of apartments in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA have the cheapest rents between $2,001-$2,500. Around 35% of South Coast Metro's apartments have monthly rents between $2,501-$3,000. There are 45% of apartments with rents between > $3,000.

    The largest share of rentals in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA (45%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in South Coast Metro, CA

    60 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    39 /100
    Some Transit
    54 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 60, Transit Score®: 39, Bike Score®: 54

    Frequently asked questions

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

    Prices and availability in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA were last updated on 25 Feb 2026.

    What are the best apartments in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA?

    The best apartments in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA are: Park Mesa Villas, South Pointe, The Village at South Coast, The Cape and 580 Anton.

    What is the average rent in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA?

    The average rent in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA is $2,768.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA?

    The price range for a studio apartment in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA is between $1,900 and $4,622.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA is between $2,195 and $3,723.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA is between $2,195 and $4,622.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA is between $3,770 and $3,970.

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

    In South Coast Metro 58% of the housing is rented out compared to 42% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 26% of South Coast Metro's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 58% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 16% are single-family rentals.

    South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA demographics

    • 16,118Total Population
    • 7,859 Female
      8,259 Male
    • 37Median Age

    In total, South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA has 16,118 residents, 7,859 women and 8,259 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of South Coast Metro’s population is 37.

    South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA households

    • 3,679 Family
      2,532 Non-family
    • 1,596 Children
      4,614 No Children
    • 6,210Total Number of Households
    • 1.98Average People Per Household
    • $117,627Median Household Income

    There is a total of 6,210 households in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA. Of these, 1,596 have children and 4,614 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 3,679 family households and 2,532 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in South Coast Metro is 1.98 people, on average. The median household annual income in South Coast Metro equals $117,627, and the monthly housing costs equal $2,555.

    South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 4% of the population in South Coast Metro, Costa Mesa, CA have no high school education, 21% went to high-school, and 23% have partially completed college. Moreover, 8% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 31% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 12% hold a Graduate Degree.

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