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Madison Newport Apartment Homes
2345 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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South Pointe
655 Baker StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Harbor at Mesa Verde
2700 Peterson PlCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde
2775 Mesa Verde Dr ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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AVA Newport
1765-1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St
241 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Harbor Village Apartments
2500 Merrimac WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Villa Siena
1250 Adams AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Baywind Apartment Homes
151 E 21st StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Casa Victoria Apartments
525 Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Costa Mirage
393 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2641 Elden Ave
2641 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
2606 Elden Ave
Costa MesaCA92627
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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID12522A
1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID12460A
1765 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
3020 Fillmore Way
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1787 Tustin Ave
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2868 El Rio Cir
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1009 Valencia St, Unit A
1009 Valencia St
Costa MesaCA92626
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2153 Maple Ave.
2153 Maple StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1798 Pomona Ave
1798 Pomona AveCosta 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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135 Rochester St
135 Rochester StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Costa Mesa Cottages
648 W 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2231 Pacific
2231 PacificCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2239 Pacific Ave
2239 Pacific AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2243 Pacific Ave
2243 Pacific AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Mesa Verde Covington 4 Plex
1634 Caraway DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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976 El Camino Dr
976 El Camino DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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321-327 Cabrillo St
321-327 Cabrillo StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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181 Del Mar Ave
181 Del Mar AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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3009 Jeffrey Dr
3009 Jeffrey DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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3102 Ginger Ave
3102 Ginger AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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724 W 18th St
724 W 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Cecil Place
177 Cecil PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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River Glen Townhomes
365 Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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791 Shalimar Dr
791 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2660 Elden Ave
2660 Elden AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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175 E 21st St
175 E 21st StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Mesa Verde Spice Streets Fourplex
1600 Coriander DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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999 Mission Dr
999 Mission DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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970 Valencia
970 ValenciaCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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592 Hamilton St
592 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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321 Avocado St
321 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2120 Santa Ana Ave
2120 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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3103 Ginger Ave
3103 Ginger AveCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Eastside Costa Mesa Duplex
1880 Fullerton AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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998 Valencia St
998 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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284 Monte Vista Ave
284 Monte Vista AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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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 | $2,540 | $1,500 | $4,140 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,155 | $1,508 | $7,720 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,032 | $2,450 | $10,000+ |
Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,562 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
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Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 24, 2026There are currently 17 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Costa Mesa, CA that range in price from $3,400 to $12,077. Orange County Airport, Westside Costa Mesa 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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| Orange County Airport | 6 | $4,897 | $3,895 |
| Westside Costa Mesa | 6 | $4,325 | $3,400 |
| East Side Costa Mesa | 2 | $4,325 | $3,400 |
| Bungalows at Bay Street | 1 | $3,776 | $3,400 |
| College Park | 1 | $4,221 | $3,400 |
| Cornerstone | 1 | $3,900 | $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 $10,150. Blue Sol in the College Park neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,448 square feet and currently listed start at $4,430. 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 | $10,150 |
| Blue Sol | The San Clemente | 1,448 Sq Ft | $4,430 |
| Fairway Villas Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom | 1,400 Sq Ft | $4,371 |
| Villas Fashion Island | Plan S | 1,389 Sq Ft | $8,395 |
| Sea Pointe Villa | 3x2-1275 | 1,275 Sq Ft | $4,150 |
| Greystone | 3B 2.5B | 1,175 Sq Ft | $3,657 |
| Costa Mesa Family Village | 3 Bedroom | 1,094 Sq Ft | $3,770 |
Cheapest Available Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 24, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is the 3B 2.5B Model starting from $3,657 at Greystone in the Cornerstone neighborhood. The second most affordable Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom is the 3 Bedroom Model at Costa Mesa Family Village starting at $3,770 in the Southeast Huntington Beach neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa is currently $6,562. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Costa Mesa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Greystone | 3B 2.5B | $3,657 |
| Costa Mesa Family Village | 3 Bedroom | $3,770 |
| Sea Pointe Villa | 3x2-1275 | $4,150 |
| Fairway Villas Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom | $4,371 |
| Blue Sol | The San Clemente | $4,430 |
| Villas Fashion Island | Plan S | $8,395 |
| Astoria at Central Park West | SoHo - Penthouse | $10,150 |
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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 Greystone listed at $3,657.
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 $6,562.
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 $10,150 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 1,500 sq ft.
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