
Short Term Lease 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Costa Mesa, CA (17 Rentals)


Harbor at Mesa Verde

27 Seventy Five Mesa Verde

Harbor Village Apartments

Baywind Apartment Homes
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Casa Victoria Apartments

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID12522A

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1765 Santa Ana Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID12460A

Sundance West

Greystone
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Baker Block

Sea Pointe Villa

Huntington Vista

The Residences on Jamboree

Skyline at MacArthur Place
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Valley Park

Main Street Village
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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 | $2,553 | $1,500 | $4,130 |
| Costa Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,142 | $1,508 | $7,595 |
| Costa Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,030 | $1,808 | $10,000+ |
| Costa Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,400 | $2,088 | $10,000+ |
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Best Local Schools in Costa Mesa, CA
Maude B. Davis Elementary
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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 $6,400.
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 1,566 sq ft.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.