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2345 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2700 Peterson PlCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2775 Mesa Verde Dr ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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241 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2500 Merrimac WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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151 E 21st StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1250 Adams AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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1765-1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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393 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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525 Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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788 W 18th St, Unit A
788 W 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1765 Santa Ana Ave
1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1765 Santa Ana Ave
1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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3106 Ginger Ave
3106 Ginger AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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322 Ogle St
322 Ogle StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2884 La Salle Avenue
2884 La Salle AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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1009 Valencia St
1009 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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3111 Mace Ave
3111 Mace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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3020 Fillmore
3020 FillmoreCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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1033 Valencia St
1033 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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129 Clearbrook Ln
129 Clearbrook LnCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2641 Elden Ave
2641 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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416 Hamilton St
416 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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3102 Ginger Ave
3102 Ginger AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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3009 Jeffrey Dr
3009 Jeffrey DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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383 16th Pl
383 16th PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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118 Magnolia
118 MagnoliaCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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985 Valencia St
985 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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166 Magnolia St
166 Magnolia StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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408 Ford Rd
408 Ford RdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Newport Villas
2460 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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151 Albert Pl
151 Albert PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1924 Maple Ave
1924 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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592 Hamilton St
592 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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432 Hamilton St
432 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Mesa Verde Covington 4 Plex
1634 Caraway DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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152 19th St
152 19th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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321-327 Cabrillo St
321-327 Cabrillo StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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984 Mission Dr
984 Mission DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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977 Valencia St
977 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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359 Nassau Rd
359 Nassau RdCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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284 Monte Vista Ave
284 Monte Vista AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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998 Valencia St
998 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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2268 Pamela Ln
2268 Pamela LnCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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3103 Ginger Ave
3103 Ginger AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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3107 Mace Ave
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
Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Costa Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,578 | $1,300 | $4,200 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,056 | $1,875 | $7,845 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,901 | $1,720 | $10,000+ |
Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,229 | $2,088 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,000 | $7,000 | $7,000 |
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Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: March 10, 2026There are currently 58 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Costa Mesa, CA that range in price from $2,088 to $10,580. Westside Costa Mesa, Orange County Airport and College Park 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 | 15 | $3,765 | $3,279 |
| Orange County Airport | 13 | $4,250 | $2,088 |
| College Park | 8 | $3,873 | $3,400 |
| Cornerstone | 8 | $3,751 | $3,279 |
| Bungalows at Bay Street | 6 | $3,731 | $3,279 |
| East Side Costa Mesa | 6 | $3,744 | $3,279 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa | 2 | $3,975 | $3,500 |
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 $10,580. Harbor at Mesa Verde in the Bungalows at Bay Street neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,645 square feet and currently listed start at $3,699. 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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| Astoria at Central Park West | SoHo - Penthouse | 2,818 Sq Ft | $10,580 |
| Harbor at Mesa Verde | Plan C2T | 1,645 Sq Ft | $3,699 |
| The Carlyle | Residence 4A | 1,579 Sq Ft | $4,959 |
| Broadstone Archive | THE OBSERVER | 1,470 Sq Ft | $4,650 |
| 27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde | C2-R | 1,456 Sq Ft | $3,952 |
| Broadstone Arden | The Opulent | 1,454 Sq Ft | $5,195 |
| Blue Sol | The San Clemente | 1,448 Sq Ft | $4,006 |
| Baker Block | Plan C1 | 1,435 Sq Ft | $4,799 |
| The Residences on Jamboree | C2B | 1,432 Sq Ft | $4,847 |
| Huntington Vista | Granada | 1,400 Sq Ft | $3,634 |
Cheapest Available Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 10, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is the Veteran Unit Model starting from $2,088 at Parc Derian in the Westpark neighborhood. The second most affordable Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom is the Extra Large 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Fairview Green starting at $3,250 in the South Harbor neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa is currently $6,229. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Costa Mesa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Parc Derian | Veteran Unit | $2,088 |
| Fairview Green | Extra Large 3 Bed 1.5 Bath | $3,250 |
| Harbor Village Apartments | Plan G | $3,400 |
| Greystone | 3B 2.5B | $3,447 |
| Newport Villa Apartments | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath | $3,595 |
| Huntington Vista | Granada | $3,634 |
| Versailles on the Lake Apartments | Deauville | $3,642 |
| Park Plaza Apartments | 32A | $3,660 |
| Harbor at Mesa Verde | Plan C2T | $3,699 |
| 27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde | C2-R | $3,952 |
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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
California Elementary
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (373)
10 out of 10
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Newport-Mesa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (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 $6,229.
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 $10,580 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 1,416 sq ft.
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