- 2068 Wallace Ave #B, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$4,800/mo4 beds · 3 baths · 2,100 sq ft2068 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- 13651 Olympic Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$5,250/mo4 beds · 2 baths · 1,493 sq ft13651 Olympic AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 314 Villanova Rd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$6,500/mo4 beds · 2 baths · 1,897 sq ft314 Villanova RdCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 1022 Begonia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$7,800/mo4 beds · 3.5 baths · 2,696 sq ft1022 Begonia AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 3401 Summerset Cir, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$6,500/mo4 beds · 3 baths · 2,594 sq ft3401 Summerset CirCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 3172 Manistee Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$9,300/mo4 beds · 2 baths · 1,769 sq ft3172 Manistee DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 3078 Trinity Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$6,950/mo4 beds · 3 baths · 1,695 sq ft3078 Trinity DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- Elden Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$10,000/mo4 beds · 4 baths · 2,500 sq ftCosta Mesa, CACosta Mesa, CA 92627Special Offer
- 181 The Masters Cir, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$8,500/mo4 beds · 4 baths · 2,500 sq ft181 The Masters CirCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- 2220 Pacific Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$4,650/mo4 beds · 3 baths · 1,872 sq ft2220 Pacific AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- 1165 Boise Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$5,995/mo4 beds · 3 baths · 1,870 sq ft1165 Boise WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 137 The Masters Cir, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$7,500/mo4 beds · 5 baths · 3,887 sq ft137 The Masters CirCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- 2573 Elden Ave #B, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$7,995/mo4 beds · 3.5 baths · 2,229 sq ft2573 Elden Ave #BCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- 1096 Tulare Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$9,000/mo4 beds · 3.5 baths · 2,400 sq ft1096 Tulare DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 1736 Bayport Way, Newport Beach, CA 92660$15,000/mo4 beds · 3.5 baths · 2,816 sq ft1736 Bayport WayNewport Beach, CA 92660
- 2519 Cornerstone Ln, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$7,500/mo4 beds · 2.5 baths · 2,081 sq ft2519 Cornerstone LnCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 380 Mira Loma Pl, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$9,995/mo4 beds · 3 baths · 2,164 sq ft380 Mira Loma PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- 1810 Pomona Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$5,850/mo4 beds · 3.5 baths · 2,200 sq ft1810 Pomona AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- 346 Gulf Strm, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$6,950/mo4 beds · 3.5 baths · 2,575 sq ft346 Gulf StrmCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- 3193 College Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$4,195/mo4 beds · 3 baths · 1,265 sq ft3193 College AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 268 Palmer St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$7,995/mo4 beds · 3.5 baths · 2,644 sq ft268 Palmer StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- 273 Cecil Pl, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$9,000/mo4 beds · 3 baths · 2,195 sq ft273 Cecil PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- 281 Mesa Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$6,100/mo4 beds · 3 baths · 2,108 sq ft281 Mesa DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- 3017 Cleveland Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$4,950/mo4 beds · 2 baths · 1,310 sq ft3017 Cleveland AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 1625 Hampton Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$5,995/mo4 beds · 3 baths · 1,858 sq ft1625 Hampton DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
Costa Mesa Snapshot
Demographic highlights
- Per capita income
- $36,567
- Population density
- 7,329 per square mile
- Median household income
- $75,109
- Total population
- 114,548 people
- Median age
- 33 years old
- Square miles
- 15.63 square miles
- Percent renters
- 60%
Market highlights
- Median rent
- $2,995
- Median rent, monthly change
- 0.00%
About Costa Mesa
Area Information
Costa Mesa is a city in Orange County, California. It sits on a plateau overlooking the Pacific Ocean, and despite that it's only about 16 square miles, renting here gives you access to amenities and cultural offerings usually associated with a much larger city. The world-class Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa hosts the Pacific Symphony and features renowned musicians and touring Broadway shows. South Coast Repertory Theater in Costa Mesa is a Tony-award-winning professional theater company. The town is also home to the annual Orange County Fair.
When renting in Costa Mesa, you're close to a whole host of Southern California beaches and attractions. The city borders Huntington Beach and Newport Beach, and is only about 17 miles from Laguna Beach. A day of rides at Disneyland, an Angels major league baseball game or an Anaheim Ducks NHL hockey game are within easy reach, all about 17 miles away. The big-city benefits of Los Angeles are about 40 miles away. Costa Mesa is well-situated for weekend trips. Wine aficionados can drive 70 miles to Temecula for wine tastings; Santa Barbara wineries are about three hours away. San Diego and Big Bear Lake are both around 90 miles away.
Renting in Costa Mesa
Apartments for rent in Costa Mesa fetch higher prices than in many other cities in the county and most of the state. However, there is a reasonable amount of inventoryand diligent renters can find a fair deal in a desirable area if they are prepared to face competition. Act quickly on the right place, but don't feel pressured into a bad fit since there are many apartments in this city.
Shopping
- South Coast Plaza: This upscale shopping center is the largest mall on the West Coast.
- Camp: Offering healthy local and international fare, this retail center is wellness-focused.
- The Lab: Billed as 'the anti-mall,' you'll find edgy shops and hip dining options here.
- SoCo Collection: A retail development focused on home furnishings and eco-friendly restaurants.
- OC Marketplace: A swap meet held at the OC Fairgrounds and featuring a variety of vendors hawking wares.
