3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (291 Rentals)

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Sundance West
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Sundance West

1990-2002 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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La Mancha Apartments
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La Mancha Apartments

778 Scott PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Greystone
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Greystone

2110 Thurin StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1931 Pomona Ave
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1931 Pomona Ave

1931 Pomona AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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151 Albert Pl
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151 Albert Pl

151 Albert PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Hamilton Terrace
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Hamilton Terrace

419-423 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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310 Victoria St
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310 Victoria St

310 Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Oak Crest Villas
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Oak Crest Villas

2233 Fairview RdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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3106 Mace Ave
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3106 Mace Ave

3106 Mace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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1599 Coriander Dr
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1599 Coriander Dr

1599 Coriander DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2463 Elden Ave
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2463 Elden Ave

2463 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2872 La Salle Ave
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2872 La Salle Ave

2872 La Salle AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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1016 Valencia St
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1016 Valencia St

1016 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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913-919 W 18th St
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913-919 W 18th St

913-919 W 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2522 Elden Ave
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2522 Elden Ave

2522 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2677 Orange Ave
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2677 Orange Ave

2677 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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302-312 E 20th St
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302-312 E 20th St

302-312 E 20th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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995 Valencia St
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995 Valencia St

995 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2155 Canyon Dr
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2155 Canyon Dr

2155 Canyon DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2873 Mendoza Dr
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2873 Mendoza Dr

2873 Mendoza DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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765 Shalimar Dr
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765 Shalimar Dr

765 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1965 Wallace Ave
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1965 Wallace Ave

1965 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Costa Brava
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Costa Brava

349 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2218 Pacific Ave
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2218 Pacific Ave

2218 Pacific AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1642 Coriander Dr
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1642 Coriander Dr

1642 Coriander DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2239 Pacific Ave
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2239 Pacific Ave

2239 Pacific AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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369 Avocado St
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369 Avocado St

369 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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679 18th St
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679 18th St

679 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627

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Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 11, 2025

There are currently 38 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Costa Mesa, CA that range in price from $3,095 to $11,095. Westside Costa Mesa, East Side Costa Mesa and Orange County Airport are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Costa Mesa with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Westside Costa Mesa13$4,020$3,095
East Side Costa Mesa11$3,995$3,095
Orange County Airport5$4,575$3,095
Bungalows at Bay Street3$3,511$3,095
Cornerstone3$3,511$3,095
Downtown Costa Mesa2$4,250$3,095
College Park1$3,675$3,095

Largest Available Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is found at South Coast Fountains in the Westside Costa Mesa neighborhood and is 1,600 square feet priced from $3,695. The Carlyle in the UC Irvine neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,533 square feet and currently listed start at $4,905. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Costa Mesa:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
South Coast Fountains3x2 Townhouse1,600 Sq Ft$3,695
The CarlyleResidence 41,533 Sq Ft$4,905
Park NewportMonarch Bay1,515 Sq Ft$5,258
Kelvin CourtC11,396 Sq Ft$4,236
Newport North Apartment HomesPlan 71,306 Sq Ft$4,540

Cheapest Available Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 11, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is the Newport Model starting from $3,356 at Villa Siena in the Bungalows at Bay Street neighborhood. The second most affordable Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom is the 3x2 Townhouse Model at South Coast Fountains starting at $3,695 in the Westside Costa Mesa neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa is currently $6,258. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Costa Mesa:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Villa SienaNewport$3,356
South Coast Fountains3x2 Townhouse$3,695
Newport North Apartment HomesPlan 7$4,540
The CarlyleResidence 4$4,905
Park NewportMonarch Bay$5,008

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Costa Mesa Overview

Costa Mesa is the heartbeat of Orange County in many ways, just an arm's stretch to first-class shopping, dining, colleges and beaches, as well as minutes from renowned cultural arts venues and hundreds of major employers. Apartment living in Costa Mesa means quick and easy freeway access to the entire SoCal lifestyle!

Why live in Costa Mesa, CA?

Costa Mesa apartments put you right in the center of the OC, within about 15 minutes of everything – rather than 30 minutes or more. Exits off the 405 give direct access to the world-famous coastlines of Huntington Beach, Laguna Beach and Newport Beach for surfing, bonfires, rollerblading and pier fishing. Costa Mesa itself has 28 parks and two municipal golf courses, so you can easily hop a bus for some local outdoor fun. Shopping is a major thing, with more than 250 boutiques and restaurants at South Coast Plaza, and some interesting indie shops at The Lab, The Camp and the SoCo Collection.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Costa Mesa, CA

Ranked #57

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Costa Mesa, CA

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Costa Mesa with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Costa Mesa is at Villa Siena listed at $3,356.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Costa Mesa is $6,258.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Costa Mesa Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Costa Mesa is a 1,600 square feet unit starting from $3,695 at South Coast Fountains.

What is the average size for Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Costa Mesa is currently 1,557 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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