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1034 N. Kemp Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

1034 N. Kemp Street

1034 N Kemp StAnaheim, CA 92801
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Anton Monaco
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Anton Monaco

100 N Muller StAnaheim, CA 92801

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18 Units on Sumac Ln.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

18 Units on Sumac Ln.

1767 W Sumac LnAnaheim, CA 92804
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Morocco Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Morocco Apartments

2728 W Yale AveAnaheim, CA 92801
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1145 N West St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1145 N West St

1145 N West StAnaheim, CA 92801
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Villa Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Apartments

1000 S Lemon StAnaheim, CA 92805
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Glenwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glenwood Apartments

145 S Western AveAnaheim, CA 92804
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Bloomfield Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bloomfield Apartments

831 S Webster AveAnaheim, CA 92804
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La Casa Dana
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Casa Dana

3137 W Ball RdAnaheim, CA 92804
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Cobblestone Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cobblestone Apartments

870-902 S Beach BlvdAnaheim, CA 92804
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Wildwood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Wildwood Apartments

2545 W BroadwayAnaheim, CA 92804
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1560 E Benmore Ln
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1560 E Benmore Ln

1560 E Benmore LnAnaheim, CA 92805
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Pinewood Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pinewood Village

1919 E Sycamore StAnaheim, CA 92805
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3300 W Orange Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3300 W Orange Ave

3300 W Orange AveAnaheim, CA 92804
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El Sereno Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

El Sereno Apartments

810-910 S Webster AveAnaheim, CA 92804
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El Pueblo Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

El Pueblo Apartments

401 S Beach BlvdAnaheim, CA 92804
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Olinda Courtyard
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Olinda Courtyard

3444 W Olinda LnAnaheim, CA 92804
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Baywood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Baywood Apartments

2910 Baywood AveAnaheim, CA 92804
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1214 w cerritos
3 Bedroom Apartments

1214 w cerritos

1214 W Cerritos AveAnaheim, CA 92802
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San Marcus Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

San Marcus Apartments

120 N La Reina CirAnaheim, CA 92801
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La Ventura Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

La Ventura Apartments

721 S Webster AveAnaheim, CA 92804
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When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Casa Maria del Rio
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Maria del Rio

2130 E Chapman AveFullerton, CA 92831
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Klimpel Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Klimpel Manor

229 E Amerige AveFullerton, CA 92832
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City Gardens Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

City Gardens Apartments

2901 N Bristol StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Fullerton City Lights
Studio Apartments

Fullerton City Lights

224 E Commonwealth AveFullerton, CA 92832
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Anaheim, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/16/2026

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
East Anaheim$2,695$1,14222
Historic District$2,912$1,14229
The Colony$2,912$1,14222
Downtown Anaheim$2,952$1,80011
Southaven at Magnolia Lane$3,000$1,45061
Southwest Anaheim$3,000$1,421210
West Anaheim$3,000$1,45075
Northeast Anaheim$3,141$1,14298
Northwest Anaheim$3,250$1,450114
Hill and Canyon Area$3,295$2,15039

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Garden Brook Senior VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,374
Park Stanton Place Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,421
Crystal View ApartmentsStudio (A/B)Studio,1BA$1,450
Lexington CourtyardStudio + 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,495
1031 N LinkStudio + 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,495
Hudson Ridge ApartmentsMedium StudioStudio,1BA$1,500
Carlyle CourtyardStudio AStudio,1BA$1,595
Empress Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,625
Renaissance Park1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,695
10970 S Figueroa St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1400 Peckham St.2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome2BR,2BA$2.21
Terrace View West2BR 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.95
Orange Plaza2x22BR,2BA$2.29
Greenbriar Woods Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.39
Beachside Apartments2BR 2BA2BR,2BA$2.18
Broadway Royale Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.25
Empress Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.91
Almont Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.31
10970 S Figueroa St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.17
Renaissance Park1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$2.34

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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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