
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Anaheim, CA from $500 (78 Rentals)
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Victoria Townhouse

Lexington Courtyard

1326 E Romneya Dr

Villa Anaheim 62+ Senior Apartments

Carlyle Courtyard

Sterling Court Senior Apartments

1034 N. Kemp Street

Anton Monaco
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18 Units on Sumac Ln.

Morocco Apartments

Sea Wind Apartments

1145 N West St

Casa La Palma Apartments

La Granada Apartments

655 S Webster Ave

Villa Apartments

1215 N Dresden Pl

Glenwood Apartments
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Bloomfield Apartments

La Casa Dana

Cobblestone Apartments

Wildwood Apartments

The Corinthian Apartments

1560 E Benmore Ln

Pinewood Village

3300 W Orange Ave

El Sereno Apartments

El Pueblo Apartments
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Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

Olinda Courtyard

Baywood Apartments

1214 w cerritos

San Marcus Apartments

La Ventura Apartments

125 S Cypress St, Unit Apt B

Garden Brook Senior Village

Hudson Ridge Apartments

Cypress Park Senior Community

Park Stanton Place Senior Apartments
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Crystal View Apartments

Ambassador Inn Apartments

Orchard Grove Apartments

Fullerton Court Apartments

Mardi Gras Apartments

1316 W Valencia Dr

Casa Maria del Rio

Klimpel Manor

City Gardens Apartments

Fullerton City Lights
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Anaheim, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Anaheim?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Anaheim Studio Apartments | $2,167 | $1,374 | $5,815 |
| Cheap Anaheim 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,441 | $1,400 | $8,225 |
| Cheap Anaheim 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,999 | $1,142 | $9,013 |
| Cheap Anaheim 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,760 | $1,300 | $5,687 |
| Cheap Anaheim 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,722 | $4,495 | $4,950 |
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Anaheim, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Anaheim, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/16/2026Current apartment rentals in the Anaheim, CA area range in price from $1,142 to $9,013 with an overall median price of $3,669. The three Anaheim neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Anaheim at $1,142, Historic District at $1,142, and The Colony at $1,142. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Anaheim Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Anaheim | $2,695 | $1,142 | 22 |
| Historic District | $2,912 | $1,142 | 29 |
| The Colony | $2,912 | $1,142 | 22 |
| Downtown Anaheim | $2,952 | $1,800 | 11 |
| Southaven at Magnolia Lane | $3,000 | $1,450 | 61 |
| Southwest Anaheim | $3,000 | $1,421 | 210 |
| West Anaheim | $3,000 | $1,450 | 75 |
| Northeast Anaheim | $3,141 | $1,142 | 98 |
| Northwest Anaheim | $3,250 | $1,450 | 114 |
| Hill and Canyon Area | $3,295 | $2,150 | 39 |
Cheapest Available Anaheim Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Anaheim, CA is a Studio unit found at Garden Brook Senior Village in the Little Saigon neighborhood priced from $1,374. Park Stanton Place Senior Apartments in the Palazzo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,421. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Anaheim apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Brook Senior Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,374 |
| Park Stanton Place Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,421 |
| Crystal View Apartments | Studio (A/B) | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Lexington Courtyard | Studio + 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 1031 N Link | Studio + 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Hudson Ridge Apartments | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Carlyle Courtyard | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Empress Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Renaissance Park | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 10970 S Figueroa St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Anaheim, CA
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Anaheim area is the $2.21 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome Model at 1400 Peckham St. in the in the Northwest Anaheim neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Anaheim apartment is the 2BR 1 BA Model at Terrace View West starting at $2,150 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Palazzo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Anaheim apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1400 Peckham St. | 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Terrace View West | 2BR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Orange Plaza | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| Greenbriar Woods Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Beachside Apartments | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Broadway Royale Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Empress Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Almont Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| 10970 S Figueroa St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Renaissance Park | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
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Anaheim Overview
Named the largest city in Orange County, Anaheim, is filled with attractions, festivities and a beautiful undulating landscape. It boasts dog friendly parks, and paved hiking, biking and jogging trails. It is located 25 miles south of Los Angeles and is home to Disneyland and a baseball team. With a wide variety of options for Anaheim apartments available to call home, this city is a great place to live!
Why live in Anaheim, CA?
Anaheim is a small bustling town full of entertainment options, for both the family and the young adult. The culture is rich in diversity and has great schools. The housing and rental market has stabilized in the last few years and there are multiple affordable apartment homes to choose from. The sports fan can enjoy the baseball team, The Los Angeles Angels, and the Los Angeles Rams nearby. Healthy food options and an active lifestyle create the foundation of fun living in Anaheim.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Anaheim Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Anaheim?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Anaheim is under $1,695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Anaheim?
The cheapest apartment in Anaheim is Park Stanton Place Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,516, while the average apartment in Anaheim costs $3,669.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Anaheim?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 114 regular apartments in Anaheim that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Anaheim?
Cheap apartments in Anaheim have an average cost of $634 which is $3,035 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Anaheim.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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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.
