3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA (462 Rentals)

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La Placita Cinco
3 Bedroom Apartments

La Placita Cinco

2239 W 5th StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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1810 S. Broadway
3 Bedroom Apartments

1810 S. Broadway

1810 S BroadwaySanta Ana, CA 92707
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Flower Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Flower Apartments

1605 N Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Andalucia Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Andalucia Apartments

815 N Harbor BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92703
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302-304 S Newhope St
3 Bedroom Apartments

302-304 S Newhope St

302-304 S Newhope StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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Archways Santa Ana
3 Bedroom Apartments

Archways Santa Ana

2530 Westminster AveSanta Ana, CA 92706

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2305 Franzen Ave
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2305 Franzen Ave

2305 Franzen AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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413 S Susan St
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413 S Susan St

413 S Susan StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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502 E Pine St
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502 E Pine St

502 E Pine StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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2418 Ponderosa St
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2418 Ponderosa St

2418 Ponderosa StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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1113 N Bewley St
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1113 N Bewley St

1113 N Bewley StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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2636 W Orion Ave
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2636 W Orion Ave

2636 W Orion AveSanta Ana, CA 92704
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819 Cypress Ave
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819 Cypress Ave

819 Cypress AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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405 Nobel Ave
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405 Nobel Ave

405 Nobel AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Ponderosa Palms
3 Bedroom Apartments

Ponderosa Palms

13892 Ponderosa StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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O.C. Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

O.C. Apartments

1600-1610 N Mabury StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1805 N Spurgeon St
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1805 N Spurgeon St

1805 N Spurgeon StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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829 S Townsend St
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829 S Townsend St

829 S Townsend StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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Highland Manor
3 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Manor

1128 Highland StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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802 W Pine
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802 W Pine

802 W Pine StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

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Santa Ana 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 17, 2025

There are currently 151 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Ana, CA that range in price from $2,600 to $12,011. Central OC West of I 5, South Coast Metro and South Coast are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Ana with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Central OC West of I 517$3,793$2,600
South Coast Metro17$4,290$2,950
South Coast8$3,797$3,238
Fairhaven4$4,495$3,445
Floral Park4$4,495$3,445
Mabury Park4$4,495$2,950
Meredith Parkwood4$4,495$3,445
Portola Park4$4,495$3,445
Santa Ana Triangle4$4,495$3,445
Metro Classic3$3,868$3,700

Largest Available Santa Ana 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Ana, CA is found at Tustin Cottages in the Lemon Heights neighborhood and is 1,691 square feet priced from $4,380. Nineteen01 has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,632 square feet and currently listed start at $4,521. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Santa Ana:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Tustin CottagesPlan E1,691 Sq Ft$4,380
Nineteen013 Bed / 2.0 Bath1,632 Sq Ft$4,521
South Coast Fountains3x2 Townhouse1,600 Sq Ft$4,295
The CarlyleResidence 4A1,579 Sq Ft$4,976
Fairway Villas Apartment Homes3 Bedroom1,400 Sq Ft$4,045
The Paramount Platinum TriangleC21,393 Sq Ft$3,995
Bolsa Row ApartmentsThree Bedroom-C11,384 Sq Ft$4,041
La Veta GrandRemodeled 3x2.51,300 Sq Ft$3,200
San Marco Villa Apartment HomesPlan D1,255 Sq Ft$4,195

Cheapest Available Santa Ana 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 17, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Ana, CA is the Remodeled 3x2.5 Model starting from $3,200 at La Veta Grand in the Old Towne neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Ana 3 Bedroom is the Newport Model at Villa Siena starting at $3,238 in the Bungalows at Bay Street neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Santa Ana is currently $4,430. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Santa Ana:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
La Veta GrandRemodeled 3x2.5$3,200
Villa SienaNewport$3,238
Solara Apartment Homes31AH$3,395
Tustin CottagesPlan A$3,995
The Paramount Platinum TriangleC2$3,995
Bolsa Row ApartmentsThree Bedroom-C1$4,041
Fairway Villas Apartment Homes3 Bedroom$4,045
San Marco Villa Apartment HomesPlan D$4,195

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Santa Ana Overview

The second most-populated city in the center of Orange County, Santa Ana apartments are consistently in-demand thanks to their winning combination of scenery, ideal location and famous California weather. Home to over 300,000 proud residents and a growing economic base, this sunny hot spot has been ranked by Forbes as 'One of America's Top 5 Safest Cities'.

Why live in Santa Ana, CA?

From the amazing California weather to an ever-growing job market, Santa Ana rentals have much to offer both families on the go and working-class young professionals. With an impressive historical district, not to mention plenty in the way of nightlife and famed eateries, this boisterous city is a jewel of the west coast.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Santa Ana, CA

Ranked #42

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Santa Ana, CA

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Santa Ana Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Ana with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Santa Ana is at La Veta Grand listed at $3,200.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Santa Ana Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Ana is $4,430.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Santa Ana Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Ana is a 1,691 square feet unit starting from $4,380 at Tustin Cottages.

What is the average size for Santa Ana 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Santa Ana is currently 1,371 sq ft.

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