The Grand Costa Mesa
2855 Pinecreek Dr,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
1-2 Beds | $2,715 - $3,515
Rental Market Trends in Costa Mesa, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,561/month.
Rent in Costa Mesa is 54% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,561/month
Average Rent
694 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.8%
Change / Year
843
Available Apartments
Costa Mesa rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Costa Mesa average $2,159 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa average $2,561 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa average $3,027 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa average $3,415 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Costa Mesa, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.8%, which averages out to $73 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Costa Mesa, CA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
2%
$700 - $1,000/month
8%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
22%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
69%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Costa Mesa?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Costa Mesa, Westside Costa Mesa and East Side Costa Mesa are the most affordable neighborhoods in Costa Mesa.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Costa Mesa?
Based on current rent prices, East Side Costa Mesa, Westside Costa Mesa and Downtown Costa Mesa are the most expensive neighborhoods in Costa Mesa.
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Which Costa Mesa neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Costa Mesa with the most apartments available are Westside Costa Mesa, Downtown Costa Mesa and East Side Costa Mesa .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Costa Mesa, CA?
Because the average rent in Costa Mesa is $2,561, you’ll want to make about $8,536 per month or $102,432 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Costa Mesa, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Costa Mesa, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Costa Mesa Area GuideStudio
$2,018/month
$1,914/month
One Bedroom
$2,217/month
$2,340/month
Two Bedroom
$2,664/month
$2,574/month
Three Bedroom
$3,583/month
$3,061/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Newport Beach
Avg Rent: $3,198/month
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Fountain Valley
Avg Rent: $2,348/month
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Corona del Mar
Avg Rent: $2,303/month
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Santa Ana
Avg Rent: $2,236/month
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Huntington Beach
Avg Rent: $2,522/month
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Midway City
Avg Rent: $2,018/month
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Westminster
Avg Rent: $2,169/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Costa Mesa?
The average rent in Costa Mesa is $2,561 per month, which is 53.9% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Costa Mesa?
The average rent for a house in Costa Mesa, CA is $7,984 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Costa Mesa?
The average rent for a townhome in Costa Mesa, CA is $4,153 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Costa Mesa?
The average rent for a condo in Costa Mesa, CA is $2,785 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Costa Mesa?
Rents in Costa Mesa, CA are increasing, with prices up 2.8% year-over-year and $73 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Costa Mesa?
In Costa Mesa, CA, 69% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.