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Madison Newport Apartment Homes
2345 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (356 Rentals)
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Harbor at Mesa Verde
2700 Peterson PlCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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South Pointe
655 Baker StCosta 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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Harbor Village Apartments
2500 Merrimac WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St
241 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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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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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 | $2,536 | $1,300 | $4,440 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,196 | $1,900 | $9,190 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,978 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,800 | $3,236 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
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Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: January 02, 2026There are currently 56 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Costa Mesa, CA that range in price from $3,400 to $10,475. 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 | 17 | $3,885 | $3,400 |
| Orange County Airport | 14 | $4,245 | $3,638 |
| College Park | 6 | $3,840 | $3,400 |
| Cornerstone | 6 | $3,840 | $3,400 |
| East Side Costa Mesa | 6 | $3,875 | $3,400 |
| Bungalows at Bay Street | 5 | $3,762 | $3,400 |
| Downtown Costa Mesa | 2 | $3,892 | $3,500 |
Largest Available Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is found at Axis 2300 Apartments in the UC Irvine neighborhood and is 1,898 square feet priced from $4,595. Elements Apartments* has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,657 square feet and currently listed start at $5,540. 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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| Axis 2300 Apartments | 32MS | 1,898 Sq Ft | $4,595 |
| Elements Apartments* | Elements_Metal-3B | 1,657 Sq Ft | $5,540 |
| Harbor at Mesa Verde | Plan C2T | 1,645 Sq Ft | $3,710 |
| The Residences on Jamboree | C2C | 1,503 Sq Ft | $4,505 |
| Broadstone Atlas | The Odyssey | 1,475 Sq Ft | $4,370 |
| 27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde | C2-R | 1,456 Sq Ft | $4,150 |
| Blue Sol | The San Clemente | 1,448 Sq Ft | $4,175 |
Cheapest Available Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 02, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is the Extra Large 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Model starting from $3,236 at Fairview Green in the South Harbor neighborhood. The second most affordable Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom is the Plan G Model at Harbor Village Apartments starting at $3,400 in the Bungalows at Bay Street neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa is currently $5,800. 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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| Fairview Green | Extra Large 3 Bed 1.5 Bath | $3,236 |
| Harbor Village Apartments | Plan G | $3,400 |
| Huntington Vista | Granada | $3,424 |
| Greystone | 3B 2.5B | $3,447 |
| Versailles on the Lake Apartments | Deauville | $3,638 |
| Harbor at Mesa Verde | Plan C2T | $3,710 |
| Villa Siena Apartment Homes | Plan X | $4,000 |
| 27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde | C2-R | $4,150 |
| Blue Sol | The San Clemente | $4,175 |
| Newport North Apartment Homes | Plan 7 | $4,195 |
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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
Charles W. Tewinkle Middle
Newport-Mesa Unified School District
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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 Fairview Green listed at $3,236.
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 $5,800.
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 1,898 square feet unit starting from $4,595 at Axis 2300 Apartments.
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 1,579 sq ft.
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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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