1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Brea, CA (157 Rentals)

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110 Juniper St
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110 Juniper St

110 Juniper StBrea, CA 92821
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Walnut Manor
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Walnut Manor

660 S Walnut AveBrea, CA 92821
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Park View
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Park View

341 S Walnut AveBrea, CA 92821

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617 E Birch St
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617 E Birch St

617 E Birch StBrea, CA 92821
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613 E Birch St
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613 E Birch St

613 E Birch StBrea, CA 92821
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Park View
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Park View

345 S Walnut AveBrea, CA 92821
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404 E Birch StBrea, CA 92821

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215 S Brea Blvd
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215 S Brea Blvd

215 S Brea BlvdBrea, CA 92821
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Poplar Village
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Poplar Village

282-286 S Poplar AveBrea, CA 92821
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Bonterra
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Bonterra

401 Discovery LnBrea, CA 92821
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Birch Hills
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Birch Hills

255 S Kraemer BlvdBrea, CA 92821
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111 N Orange Ave
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111 N Orange Ave

111 N Orange AveBrea, CA 92821
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Poplar Townhomes
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Poplar Townhomes

236-238 S Poplar AveBrea, CA 92821

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Brea 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 03, 2026

There are currently 145 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Brea, CA that range in price from $1,650 to $3,804. Tonner Canyon, Brea Chem and Brea Olinda are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Brea with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Tonner Canyon36$2,500$1,650
Brea Chem32$2,485$1,650
Brea Olinda28$2,838$1,650
West Brea28$2,330$1,650
Downtown Brea21$2,865$2,020

Largest Available Brea 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Brea, CA is found at Las Palmas in the Artisan Walk neighborhood and is 885 square feet priced from $3,130. Canyon Pines Apartments in the West Brea neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 849 square feet and currently listed start at $2,800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Brea:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Las PalmasPlan A3885 Sq Ft$3,130
Canyon Pines Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Den849 Sq Ft$2,800
Avalon Brea PlaceA9-796796 Sq Ft$3,265
La Ramada Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath B770 Sq Ft$2,210
Uptown Fullerton11BL750 Sq Ft$2,390
El Dorado ApartmentsOne Bedroom750 Sq Ft$1,853
The LakeThe Placid744 Sq Ft$2,650
Haver HillPlan 1A744 Sq Ft$2,199
Brooklake1BR/1BA741 Sq Ft$1,999
Joule La Floresta11F2A to 11F2E734 Sq Ft$3,010

Cheapest Available Brea 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 03, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Brea, CA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,600 at Bonnie's Garden Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable Brea 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 Model at HERITAGE PLAZA starting at $1,650 in the West Brea neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Brea is currently $2,384. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Brea:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Bonnie's Garden Apartments1 Bedroom$1,600
HERITAGE PLAZA1x1$1,650
Nutwood East Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment$1,789
El Dorado ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,853
Piccadilly SquareOne Bedroom$1,899
Pines ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,950
Sycamore VillageOne Bedroom$1,955
Walnut Villas Apartmentupstairs$1,995
Brooklake1BR/1BA$1,999
R.C. Briarwood Apartment HomesPlan A$2,015

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Brea Overview

Brea, California is a city located in the northern area of Orange County, California. It is also situated to the southeast of Los Angeles. It is considered to be a part of the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area, and there are lots of Brea apartments available. If you are looking for apartments in Brea, California, learn more about this beautiful town below, and do not hesitate to reach out to a professional who can help you find the right apartment for yourself and your family.

Why live in Brea, CA?

There are lots of reasons why so many people choose to live in Brea, California. For example, the cost of living in Brea is significantly lower than it is in Los Angeles, even though the cities are close by. The weather in Brea is also incredibly nice. Lots of people who enjoy sunshine and warmth come to Brea, particularly to escape the winter. Finally, there are lots of outdoor activities in the local area as well. There are plenty of parks in the surrounding areas, and there are lots of opportunities to go hiking, biking, and fishing. For all of these reasons, lots of people have decided to live in Brea. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Brea Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Brea with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Brea is at Bonnie's Garden Apartments listed at $1,600.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Brea Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Brea is $2,384.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Brea Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Brea is a 885 square feet unit starting from $3,130 at Las Palmas.

What is the average size for Brea 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Brea is currently 567 sq ft.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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