3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (350 Rentals)

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Sundance West
3 Bedroom Apartments

Sundance West

1990-2002 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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La Mancha Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

La Mancha Apartments

778 Scott PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Greystone
3 Bedroom Apartments

Greystone

2110 Thurin StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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The Cape
3 Bedroom Apartments

The Cape

1000 S Coast DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626

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Baker Block
3 Bedroom Apartments

Baker Block

125 Baker St ECosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Blue Sol
3 Bedroom Apartments

Blue Sol

421 Bernard StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Hamilton Terrace
3 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Terrace

419-423 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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1931 Pomona Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

1931 Pomona Ave

1931 Pomona AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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151 Albert Pl
3 Bedroom Apartments

151 Albert Pl

151 Albert PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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322 Ogle St
3 Bedroom Apartments

322 Ogle St

322 Ogle StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Victoria Park
3 Bedroom Apartments

Victoria Park

605 Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627

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2873 Mendoza Dr
3 Bedroom Apartments

2873 Mendoza Dr

2873 Mendoza DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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765 Shalimar Dr
3 Bedroom Apartments

765 Shalimar Dr

765 Shalimar DrCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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310 Victoria St
3 Bedroom Apartments

310 Victoria St

310 Victoria StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Loft Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Loft Apartments

283 Avocado StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Oak Crest Villas
3 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Crest Villas

2233 Fairview RdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sunset Bay I Apartments
3 Bedroom Apartments

Sunset Bay I Apartments

1780-1782 Placentia AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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2214 College Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

2214 College Ave

2214 College AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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277 16th Pl
3 Bedroom Apartments

277 16th Pl

277 16th PlCosta Mesa, CA 92627

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1924 Maple Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

1924 Maple Ave

1924 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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592 Hamilton St
3 Bedroom Apartments

592 Hamilton St

592 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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432 Hamilton St
3 Bedroom Apartments

432 Hamilton St

432 Hamilton StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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152 19th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

152 19th St

152 19th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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984 Mission Dr
3 Bedroom Apartments

984 Mission Dr

984 Mission DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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977 Valencia St
3 Bedroom Apartments

977 Valencia St

977 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626

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359 Nassau Rd
3 Bedroom Apartments

359 Nassau Rd

359 Nassau RdCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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1965 Wallace Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

1965 Wallace Ave

1965 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Costa Brava
3 Bedroom Apartments

Costa Brava

349 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627

Costa Mesa, CA Local Guide

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Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 16, 2025

There are currently 41 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Costa Mesa, CA that range in price from $3,025 to $11,377. Westside Costa Mesa, East Side Costa Mesa and Orange County Airport 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:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Westside Costa Mesa18$4,119$3,025
East Side Costa Mesa10$4,045$3,025
Orange County Airport7$4,706$3,750
College Park2$4,056$3,025
Cornerstone2$4,056$3,095
Downtown Costa Mesa2$4,045$3,025

Largest Available Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is found at The Waterfront in the Balboa Island neighborhood and is 1,785 square feet priced from $10,995. The Carlyle in the UC Irvine neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,579 square feet and currently listed start at $4,950. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Costa Mesa:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Waterfront3 Bedroom, 2 Bath1,785 Sq Ft$10,995
The CarlyleResidence 4A1,579 Sq Ft$4,950
Park NewportMonarch Bay1,515 Sq Ft$4,408
27 Seventy Five Mesa VerdeC2-R1,456 Sq Ft$4,124

Cheapest Available Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 16, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Costa Mesa, CA is the Deauville Model starting from $3,750 at Versailles on the Lake Apartments in the South Harbor neighborhood. The second most affordable Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom is the Foxboro Model at South Pointe starting at $3,885 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Costa Mesa is currently $6,570. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Costa Mesa:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Versailles on the Lake ApartmentsDeauville$3,750
South PointeFoxboro$3,885
Costa Mesa Family Village3 Bedroom$3,927
Baker BlockPlan B2 Loft$3,927
Fairway Villas Apartment Homes3 Bedroom$3,995
Blue SolThe San Clemente$4,087
27 Seventy Five Mesa VerdeC2-R$4,124
Park NewportMonarch Bay$4,408
Newport North Apartment HomesPlan 7$4,415
SkyloftC1$4,825

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Costa Mesa, CA

Ranked #86

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Costa Mesa, CA

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Versailles on the Lake Apartments listed at $3,750.

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 $6,570.

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 1,785 square feet unit starting from $10,995 at The Waterfront.

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 1,415 sq ft.

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