The Grand Costa Mesa
2855 Pinecreek Dr,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
$2,715 - $3,620
1-2 Beds
Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa, CA Area Guide
Laid-back living at the heart of Orange County
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Costa Mesa combines suburban comfort with metropolitan amenities in the heart of Orange County. As the "City of the Arts," Costa Mesa provides residents with housing options ranging from single-family homes to apartment communities. The rental market remains competitive, with current average rents ranging from $2,103 for studios to $3,770 for four-bedroom units, reflecting a moderate annual increase of 2.8-4.3% across different unit sizes. The South Coast Metro area, surrounding South Coast Plaza, and the Mesa Verde neighborhood offer distinctive residential environments with easy access to parks and shopping.
Costa Mesa's cultural scene and outdoor spaces define daily life here. The Segerstrom Center for the Arts and South Coast Repertory Theater anchor the city's performing arts district. South Coast Plaza serves as a premier shopping destination and community focal point. The city features 26 parks and recreation facilities, while the annual Orange County Fair draws crowds each summer. Orange Coast College and Vanguard University contribute to the area's educational landscape. Located just one mile from the Pacific Ocean, Costa Mesa residents enjoy convenient beach access and a Mediterranean climate perfect for year-round outdoor activities.
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Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,110 for a studio, $2,520 for one bedroom, $2,994 for two bedrooms, and $3,323 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Costa Mesa has increased by 1.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,520/month
695 Sq Ft
House
$10,527/month
2,227 Sq Ft
Condo
$5,431/month
1,262 Sq Ft
Townhome
$4,448/month
1,373 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Costa Mesa, CA is for everyday living.
Very Walkable
73
/ 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Some Transit
38
/ 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
65
/ 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Scores provided by Walk Score
Schools
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve
- Talbert Regional Park
- Environmental Nature Center
- Castaways Park
- UCI Arboretum
Commuter Rail
Airports
- John Wayne/Orange County
- Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
Top Apartments in Costa Mesa
Houses for Rent in Costa Mesa
Property Management Companies in Costa Mesa, CA
Advanced Real Estate
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64
Communities
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11,802
Units
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29
Cities
6 Communities in Costa Mesa
UDR
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170
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58,994
Units
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85
Cities
5 Communities in Costa Mesa
Beach Front Property Management, Inc.
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134
Communities
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4,037
Units
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38
Cities
4 Communities in Costa Mesa
Jamboree Management
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33
Communities
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4,528
Units
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22
Cities
4 Communities in Costa Mesa
The REMM Group
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43
Communities
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5,021
Units
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31
Cities
3 Communities in Costa Mesa
Dunbar Real Estate Investment Management
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15
Communities
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435
Units
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10
Cities
3 Communities in Costa Mesa
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.