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27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde
2775 Mesa Verde Dr E, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Studio - 3 Beds $2,109 - $4,175
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Versailles on the Lake Apartments
3700 Plaza Dr, Santa Ana, CA 92704
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No matter what's on your list of apartment must-haves, ForRent has you covered. Find an apartment in Costa Mesa with short-term lease options, fitness centers, and utilities included. Use our filters to find Costa Mesa apartments with features like in-unit laundry, balconies, garages, and pet-friendly spaces. Explore different rental types, from one to four-bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa to single-family homes, townhomes, and condos. Browse listings now and secure your next apartment in Costa Mesa, CA.
Living in Costa Mesa CA
Are you interested in renting in Costa Mesa? It is a mostly suburban city located in sunny Orange County, CA. This SoCal locale is within two hours of Long Beach, Los Angeles, and San Diego by car, making this a great home base if you love traveling. Costa Mesa is filled with young professionals and up-and-coming artists, and it's known for being an inclusive and welcoming community. The entire city is filled with convenient amenities, and it's just a few miles away from Newport Beach. If you love spending time outside in the sunshine or if you're trying to settle down somewhere near the shore, then Costa Mesa is a great city to be living in.
Moving to the Area
Costa Mesa is an eclectic and diverse community, and it's also quite affluent. An astounding 32% of locals make more than $100,000 per year. Since almost 37% of residents have completed post-secondary education, having a degree will definitely help you find a job in your preferred industry. Less than 4% of locals are currently unemployed, but you'll have the most luck if you're looking for a white-collar job. Over 85% of Costa Mesa's residents are working in white-collar industries, and 37% are employed in sales, administration, or management positions. Jobs in mathematics and computer science are also well-represented. Costa Mesa has an impressively large artistic community, and there are more people here working as artists, designers, and in other media-based occupations than in 90% of the rest of the U.S.
Lifestyle
Many of Costa Mesa's schools receive top ratings, especially in academics. However, with more than 40 public elementary, middle, and high schools in the entire city, some are considered better than others. Most schools in the Newport-Mesa Unified School District are incredibly acclaimed. California Elementary School and Heinz Kaiser Elementary are both known for having top teachers and a diverse student body. Early College High School is especially great at preparing students for college.
Frequently Asked Questions
Average Rent Rates
What's the average rent in Costa Mesa, CA?
Rent averages in Costa Mesa, CA vary based on size.
- $2,481 for a 1-bedroom rental in Costa Mesa, CA
- $2,940 for a 2-bedroom rental in Costa Mesa, CA
- $3,252 for a 3-bedroom rental in Costa Mesa, CA
- $3,771 for a 4-bedroom rental in Costa Mesa, CA
Rental Requirements
Can I find a cheap apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?
There are 73 cheap apartments in Costa Mesa, CA priced as low as $2,091
Can I find a short-term apartment in Costa Mesa, CA?
There are 404 short-term apartments in Costa Mesa, CA.
Transportation
How do people usually get around Costa Mesa, CA?
Costa Mesa, CA is easy to get around by walking. It's easy to run errands or explore the area on foot.
Education
What colleges and universities are in Costa Mesa, CA?
If you’re a college or university student moving to Costa Mesa, CA, ForRent.com can help you find a rental near Orange Coast College, The Art Inst. Orange County-Orange County Campus, Coastline Community College-Fountain Valley College Center and others.
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