- 660 Beach St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$4,600/mo3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,350 sq ft660 Beach StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- 664 W Wilson St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$4,550/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,358 sq ft664 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- Buchanan Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$1,500/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 272 sq ftBuchanan WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 1155 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$9,990/mo4 beds · 2 baths · 1,500 sq ft1155 Paularino AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- Francis Ln, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$8,000/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,500 sq ftCosta Mesa, CACosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 3172 Manistee Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$9,700/mo4 beds · 2 baths · 1,769 sq ft3172 Manistee DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- California St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$4,950/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,357 sq ftCosta Mesa, CACosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 13651 Olympic Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$5,550/mo4 beds · 2 baths · 1,493 sq ft13651 Olympic AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 181 The Masters Cir, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$8,500/mo4 beds · 4 baths · 2,500 sq ft181 The Masters CirCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- 3125 Manistee Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$4,700/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,369 sq ft3125 Manistee DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 148 Yorktown Ln, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$3,600/mo2 beds · 2 baths · 1,244 sq ft148 Yorktown LnCosta 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
- 2235 Meyer Pl, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$5,500/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,650 sq ft2235 Meyer PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
- 2954 Baker St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$5,500/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,768 sq ft2954 Baker StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 966 Goldenrod Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626$5,775/mo4 beds · 2 baths · 1,771 sq ft966 Goldenrod DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
- 2458 Santa Ana Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627$5,195/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,702 sq ft2458 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Frequently asked questions
What does FRBO mean?
FRBO is an acronym for "For Rent by Owner." This means that the private landlord acts as the property manager and is the individual that a renter would work with directly for renting their house.
How many private landlord rental houses are available in Costa Mesa, CA?
There are currently 17 private landlord house rentals in the Costa Mesa area.
How do I search for private landlord rental (FRBO) houses?
Finding single family houses that are 'For Rent by Owner' is easier on HotPads with our filtering features. Just click into the "All filters" tab and scroll down for "Additional options." Below this select "For rent by owner" to filter for private landlord rentals.
Is there a discount for rental houses that are FRBO?
No, there aren't discounts for rental houses that are rented directly by the owners, however negotiating rental lease terms can sometimes be easier because you are communicating directly with the private landlord and not a real estate management company.
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.
