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2345 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde
2775 Mesa Verde Dr ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2700 Peterson PlCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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241 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Harbor Village Apartments
2500 Merrimac WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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151 E 21st StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Villa Siena
1250 Adams AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Costa Mirage
393 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Casa Victoria Apartments
525 Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2641 Elden Ave
2641 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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726 W Wilson St, Unit F
726 W Wilson St
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380 W Wilson St, Unit F104
380 W Wilson St
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133 Cecil Pl, Unit East side Costa Mesa
133 Cecil Pl
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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit GO FL1-ID12101A
1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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973 Mission Dr, Unit 1
973 Mission DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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292 Joann St
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1798 Pomona Ave
1798 Pomona AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2153 Maple Ave.
2153 Maple StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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322 Ogle St
322 Ogle StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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3106 Ginger Ave
3106 Ginger AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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3103 Ginger Ave
3103 Ginger AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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3107 Mace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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3123 Cinnamon Ave
3123 Cinnamon AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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3106 Mace Ave
3106 Mace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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1599 Coriander Dr
1599 Coriander DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2463 Elden Ave
2463 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2872 La Salle Ave
2872 La Salle AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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1016 Valencia St
1016 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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913-919 W 18th St
913-919 W 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2645 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2873 Mendoza Dr
2873 Mendoza DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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765 Shalimar Dr
765 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Mesa Verde Spice Streets Fourplex
1600 Coriander DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2522 Elden Ave
2522 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2677 Orange Ave
2677 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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302-312 E 20th St
302-312 E 20th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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995 Valencia St
995 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2155 Canyon DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2212 Placentia AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Victoria Garden
260 Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1558 Coriander DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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1046 Valencia St
1046 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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1581 Coriander DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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1965 Wallace Ave
1965 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Costa Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,659 | $1,481 | $3,733 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,064 | $1,508 | $6,570 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,876 | $1,808 | $10,000+ |
Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,287 | $2,088 | $10,000+ |
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Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: June 09, 2026There are currently 27 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Costa Mesa, CA that range in price from $2,088 to $12,439. Westside Costa Mesa, Orange County Airport and East Side Costa Mesa 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 | 9 | $4,274 | $2,997 |
| Orange County Airport | 7 | $4,693 | $2,088 |
| East Side Costa Mesa | 4 | $3,700 | $2,997 |
| Cornerstone | 3 | $3,500 | $2,997 |
| Bungalows at Bay Street | 2 | $3,199 | $2,997 |
| College Park | 2 | $4,350 | $3,400 |
Largest Available Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is found at Astoria at Central Park West in the Westpark neighborhood and is 2,818 square feet priced from $10,819. Volar Apartments in the UC Irvine neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,464 square feet and currently listed start at $5,210. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Costa Mesa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astoria at Central Park West | SoHo - Penthouse | 2,818 Sq Ft | $10,819 |
| Volar Apartments | Volar 1 - Floor Plan 3A | 1,464 Sq Ft | $5,210 |
| 27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde | C2-R | 1,456 Sq Ft | $4,199 |
| Broadstone Arden | The Opulent | 1,454 Sq Ft | $4,601 |
| The A on Lido | CAR D | 1,417 Sq Ft | $6,700 |
| Fairway Villas Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom | 1,400 Sq Ft | $4,371 |
| Villas Fashion Island | Plan S | 1,389 Sq Ft | $8,210 |
| Versailles on the Lake Apartments | Deauville | 1,300 Sq Ft | $4,137 |
| Broadstone Edition | 3.A | 1,285 Sq Ft | $4,693 |
| Parc Derian | Waitlist | 1,125 Sq Ft | $2,088 |
Cheapest Available Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 09, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is the Waitlist Model starting from $2,088 at Parc Derian in the Westpark neighborhood. The second most affordable Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom is the Newport Model at Villa Siena starting at $2,997 in the Bungalows at Bay Street neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa is currently $6,287. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Costa Mesa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Parc Derian | Waitlist | $2,088 |
| Villa Siena | Newport | $2,997 |
| Costa Mesa Family Village | 3 Bedroom | $3,770 |
| The Cape | The Hartford | $3,955 |
| Versailles on the Lake Apartments | Deauville | $4,137 |
| 27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde | C2-R | $4,199 |
| Fairway Villas Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom | $4,371 |
| Broadstone Arden | The Opulent | $4,601 |
| Broadstone Edition | 3.A | $4,693 |
| Volar Apartments | Volar 1 - Floor Plan 3A | $5,210 |
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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.
Best Local Schools in Costa Mesa, CA
Maude B. Davis Elementary
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (570)
9 out of 10
Charles W. Tewinkle Middle
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (501)
5 out of 10
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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 Parc Derian listed at $2,088.
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 $6,287.
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 2,818 square feet unit starting from $10,819 at Astoria at Central Park West.
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 1,543 sq ft.
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