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


AVA Newport

Harbor at Mesa Verde

27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde

Villa Siena

Baker Block

Harbor Village Apartments

Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St

South Coast Fountains

1022 El Camino Dr, Unit C

Casa Victoria Apartments

Costa Mirage

326-330 Rochester St

119 23rd St
Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Costa Mesa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,538 | $1,500 | $4,300 |
Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,097 | $1,499 | $10,000+ |
Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,819 | $2,320 | $10,000+ |
Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,258 | $3,095 | $10,000+ |
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Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: April 11, 2025There 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:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Westside Costa Mesa | 13 | $4,020 | $3,095 |
East Side Costa Mesa | 11 | $3,995 | $3,095 |
Orange County Airport | 5 | $4,575 | $3,095 |
Bungalows at Bay Street | 3 | $3,511 | $3,095 |
Cornerstone | 3 | $3,511 | $3,095 |
Downtown Costa Mesa | 2 | $4,250 | $3,095 |
College Park | 1 | $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 Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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South Coast Fountains | 3x2 Townhouse | 1,600 Sq Ft | $3,695 |
The Carlyle | Residence 4 | 1,533 Sq Ft | $4,905 |
Park Newport | Monarch Bay | 1,515 Sq Ft | $5,258 |
Kelvin Court | C1 | 1,396 Sq Ft | $4,236 |
Newport North Apartment Homes | Plan 7 | 1,306 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 Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Villa Siena | Newport | $3,356 |
South Coast Fountains | 3x2 Townhouse | $3,695 |
Newport North Apartment Homes | Plan 7 | $4,540 |
The Carlyle | Residence 4 | $4,905 |
Park Newport | Monarch 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 LifestyleCosta Mesa, CA
Ranked #57
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Costa Mesa, CA
Maude B. Davis Elementary
Charles W. Tewinkle Middle
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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.
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