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3400 Avenue of the Arts Apartments Costa Mesa CA

3400 Avenue of the Arts Apartments Costa Mesa CA

Costa Mesa, California, 92626

2 Bedrooms$1,899 - $3,524

Studio/1 Bedroom$1,399 - $3,634

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Camden Sea Palms

Camden Sea Palms

Costa Mesa, California, 92627

2 Bedrooms$1,320 - $1,584

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Missions at Back Bay

Missions at Back Bay

Costa Mesa, California, 92626

2 Bedrooms$1,499 - $2,139

1 Bedroom$1,105 - $1,691

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Harbor at Mesa Verde

Harbor at Mesa Verde

Costa Mesa, California, 92626

3 Bedrooms$1,999 - $2,730

2 Bedrooms$1,571 - $2,894

Studio/1 Bedroom$971 - $1,668

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Costa Mesa apartments are available in a wide variety of different neighborhoods and surrounding cities. You can easily find pet friendly apartments in Costa Mesa using our apartment finder or search for apartment amenities like a fitness center, swimming pool or off-street parking. Make sure that you check out our apartment guide to discover all that Costa Mesa has to offer during your rental apartment search.

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Costa Mesa Apartment Rental Market

  • Household Income
    Household IncomeCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than $10,0006.0%8.4% -2.4%
    $10,000 to $14,9994.4%5.6% -1.2%
    $15,000 to $19,9994.5%5.6% -1.1%
    $20,000 to $24,9995.7%5.8% -0.1%
    $25,000 to $29,9995.1%5.7% -0.6%
    $30,000 to $34,9996.2%5.7% +0.5%
    $35,000 to $39,9996.4%5.4% +1.0%
    $40,000 to $44,9995.3%5.2% +0.1%
    $45,000 to $49,9995.5%4.6% +0.9%
    $50,000 to $59,9999.5%8.6% +0.9%
    $60,000 to $74,99913.0%10.6% +2.4%
    $75,000 to $99,99912.5%11.5% +1.0%
    $100,000 to $124,9996.5%6.8% -0.3%
    $125,000 to $149,9993.8%3.6% +0.2%
    $150,000 to $199,9993.1%3.3% -0.2%
    $200,000 or more2.6%3.6% -1.0%
  • Cost of Living
    Share of Household Income Spent on RentCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 10.0%3.6%4.8% -1.2%
    10.0% to 14.9%10.2%9.8% +0.4%
    15.0% to 19.9%14.3%13.6% +0.7%
    20.0% to 24.9%15.9%13.1% +2.8%
    25.0% to 29.9%11.8%11.0% +0.8%
    30.0% to 34.9%9.0%8.2% +0.8%
    35.0% to 39.9%5.5%5.9% -0.4%
    40.0% to 49.9%8.0%8.0% +0.0%
    50.0% or more18.2%20.2% -2.0%
    Not computed3.6%5.4% -1.8%
  • Age Demographic of Renters
    Age Demographic of RentersCityStateCity Compared to State
    15 to 24 years9.4%9.6% -0.2%
    25 to 34 years35.5%29.3% +6.2%
    35 to 44 years26.6%25.8% +0.8%
    45 to 54 years15.1%16.5% -1.4%
    55 to 64 years6.2%8.0% -1.8%
    65 to 74 years3.5%5.3% -1.8%
    75 to 84 years2.7%4.0% -1.3%
    85 years and over1.0%1.6% -0.6%
  • Travel Time to Work
    Travel Time to WorkCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 30 minutes43.5%30.9% +12.6%
    30 to 44 minutes23.7%24.5% -0.8%
    45 to 59 minutes9.6%13.8% -4.2%
    60 or more minutes23.2%30.8% -7.6%

Source: 2000 Census

Costa Mesa, California

This thriving town of just under 110,000 people is a focal point of Orange County.Originally, Spanish missionaries built a small way station used by cattle herders and, by the 1880s, it began to grow. First as an agricultural area known for its orchards and during World War II as the site of Santa Ana Air Base, a key point for the war in the Pacific.

Today, the city's economy is formed by some light industrial manufacturing but mostly by the famous South Coast Plaza Shopping Center, which is one of the largest retail sales sites in the U.S. Costa Mesa is a very good example of Southern California coastal lifestyle.

Since the city's border are only one mile from the Pacific, it enjoys a smaller town atmosphere while sandwiched between the huge cities of Los Angeles and San Diego. In searching for your Costa Mesa apartment, you'll find a city of both the old and the new.

County Fair

Aside from being near the ocean, there's plenty to do in Costa Mesa. The Performing Arts Center is rich in both symphonic music and opera. The repertory theatre has very good performances. The annual Orange County Fair is a huge event which harkens back to the city's agrarian roots as well as providing enormous entertainment. You'll find many parks maintained by the city, golf courses, and, of course, very good libraries.It's truly a city aimed at providing an easy lifestyle.

Steak and Tacos

Eating out in Costa Mesa is a treat. The city boasts one of the best steakhouses in Orange County, Mastro's, which gets rave reviews from locals and tourists alike. Taco Mesa is a local favorite. It is housed in an old Taco Bell but the food is far from fast food. Sit outside and enjoy their blackened shrimp.

There's a very good selection of all different Asian style foods around town too. No doubt, there'll be a good one near your new Costa Mesa apartment.

Dance Till the Wee Hours

Nightlife can range from bars with peanut shells on the floor to upscale, chic nightclubs. The neighborhood around your Costa Mesa apartment will have great every day types of places but once settled you'll want to check out places like Sutra. It has both dinner and dancing.

Club Vegas is modeled after clubs in its namesake and is one of the hottest places in town on weekends. Or if you are a night owl, try the Shark Club where dancing goes on until 3 a.m. Costa Mesa is great!

Average Apartment Rent in Costa Mesa, California

# Bedrooms Oct Sep Aug 3 Month % change
Studio $1,403 $1,422 $1,315 6.7%
1 Bed $1,524 $1,499 $1,550 -1.7%
2 Bed $1,990 $1,876 $1,986 0.2%
3 Bed $2,470 $2,262 $2,315 6.7%

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Costa Mesa Apartment Rental Trends

Apartments in Costa Mesa have competitive rents so be sure to use our apartment finder to get the best deal. In August the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Costa Mesa apartment cost $1,550. If you need a roommate, try finding a 2 bedroom apartment rental. An average 2 bedroom Costa Mesa apartment was $1,986 in August. The average apartment rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in August was $2,315. Start your apartment search by checking out some of the Costa Mesa rentals listed below.

Featured Costa Mesa Apartments for Rent

  • Pine Brook Village Costa Mesa, CA 92626

    Your new home awaits! With tranquil views of picturesque surroundings and unique town-home style floor-plans, Pine Brook Village allows you to escape mundane monotony. Nestled in Costa Mesa near Newport Beach and Huntington Beach we're mere minutes from the 405 & 73 freeways, Costa Mesa Golf Course, O.C. Performing Arts Center, O.C. Fairgrounds, and South Coast Plaza. Pine Brook Village is also located within the Newport-Mesa School District. We feature one and two bedroom homes and boast some of the largest living and bedrooms in Costa Mesa! Most homes include washer, dryer, refrigerator, gas fireplace, and premium views. Residents are invited to relax in our pool. Treat yourself to the lifestyle you deserve at a price you can afford at Pine Brook Village!

  • Camden Martinique Costa Mesa, CA 92626

    Come home to Camden Martinique, a beautifully landscaped apartment community. Featuring the most sought-after amenities including two swimming pools, four spas, a fitness center, two lighted tennis courts, courtesy patrol and underground parking! (Prices may change daily and may not include additional amenity fees. Please call the community office for current pricing information.)

  • Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa, CA 92626

    Welcome to paradise! With its lush entrance and stately lobby accented with dramatic vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and oversized fireplace; the community at Mediterranean Village envelops you. The community pools and fitness center capture the Southern California lifestyle of good health and passion for the great outdoors. Residents can enjoy a quiet moment in a park-like greenbelt surrounded by beautiful landscaping, sounds of nature and refreshing water from a stream and fountain. With ten well-designed floor plans, graciously appointed features and amenities, there is a home at Mediterranean Village that suits your needs.Ideally located in one of Orange Countys most desirable areas, this hidden tropical oasis is just minutes from South Coast Plaza, Orange County Performing Arts Center, Orange County Fair Grounds, beaches, theaters, golf courses and freeways. Residents can enjoy recreation and relaxation without ever leaving home.<br><br><br>

  • Villa Venetia Costa Mesa, CA 92626

    Let us at Villa Venetia be the first to welcome you home! We are located next to Tanager Park and Costa Mesa Golf and Country Club, and are just one mile from the 405 or 73 Toll Road. Downtown Huntington Beach and Newport Beach are just minutes away. Our community is 1/4 mile from Orange Coast College and four miles from shopping and dining areas. We happily offer studios, one, two and three bedroom apartments with versatile floor plans that will fit your style! Some of our homes have been given a complete makeover and feature black name brand appliances, stainless steel refrigerators, breakfast bars, wall-to-wall wardrobe closets, stackable washers and dryers and stunning water views. We also have a three pools and one is heated, relax in our spa, a barbeque grilling area, a sundeck, a lighted tennis court, a sand volleyball court, 24-hour fitness center, movie room, billiards room and business center.

  • Avalon Newport Costa Mesa, CA 92627

    Every resident quickly discovers the benefits of living in Avalon Newport. Pride of community living. Personalized service. Tranquil grounds. A prestigious location offering close-by amenities, entertainment and business opportunities.

  • Coronado at Newport North Newport Beach, CA 92663

    Welcome to Newport Beach's premiere gated apartment community! We are nestled near the scenic Pacific Coast Highway and are three miles from 73 Toll Road, the 405 Freeway and the 55 Freeway. The prestigious Newport-Mesa School District is close and we are just three short blocks from the beach and the majestic Pacific Ocean! Our apartments come in studios, one or two bedrooms with plenty of space and versatile floor plans that will fit anyone's lifestyle! Select homes have been professionally remodeled and include custom color walls with crown molding, oversized patios and balconies, faux granite countertops, cherry colored wood cabinets, sleek brand name appliances and brushed nickel accents. Residents are invited to relax in our heated and unheated swimming pools or to soak in our large spa, all of which are open year-round. We have onsite dry cleaning and an extensive business center equipped with DSL.

  • Park Newport Newport Beach, CA 92660

    SOUTH COAST APARTMENT ASSOCIATION`S GEMM COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR Park Newport Apartments is located on a bluff overlooking the Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve. Our location provides easy access to miles of walking, jogging, cycling and areas for just enjoying the view, as well as being minutes away from world-class shopping (Fashion Island and South Coast Plaza), restaurants and entertainment. Our residents enjoy sandy beaches, boating, water activities, Pacific sunsets and ocean breezes right outside their front doors.

  • Great 4 bedroom/2 bathroom Condo Costa Mesa, CA 92626

    Private owner is renting or leasing:<BR><BR>Spacious 4 bedroom/2 bathroom <BR>Cathedral ceilings in living area<BR>Hardwood flooring in living/dining area<BR>Plush carpet for bedrooms<BR>Porcelain tile bathrooms<BR>Granite countertops with island in kitchen<BR>Stove/oven and refrigerator supplied<BR>Private balconies for each room<BR>Big patio for bbqs or just lounging<BR>Call for tour at (949)678-6626

  • Impeccably Clean and Private For Rent Costa Mesa, CA 92627

    Quite roomy 2 bedroom, dine in kitchen, lots of cabentry,sunny througout, living room overlooks mature trees. New carpet, paint, windows and blinds. 1 car garage with laundry area. Private entrance. $1850. Call 949.922.7399. Agent, Surterre Properties

  • 2 BD/1 BH Home!!! Costa Mesa, CA 92626

    Quiet Street in Mesa Verde's tree streets. This is a 2 bedroom 1 bathroom rental unit in a fourplex. Nicely maintained large grassy common areas and laundry room on site. Unit has an oven and refrigerator for your use during the lease as well! Great location, close to everything from the beaches to shopping at South Unit Metro Coast & much more. <BR>Directions Baker Ave & Palm Ave <BR>

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