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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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bir404

404 E Birch StBrea, 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
1 Bedroom Apartments

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: November 15, 2025

There are currently 135 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Brea, CA that range in price from $1,635 to $4,408. 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 Canyon34$2,492$1,635
Brea Chem30$2,405$1,635
Brea Olinda29$2,405$1,635
West Brea23$2,387$1,635
Downtown Brea19$2,492$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 $2,875. The Pointe in the West Brea neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 874 square feet and currently listed start at $2,556. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Brea:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Las PalmasPlan A3885 Sq Ft$2,875
The PointeRidley874 Sq Ft$2,556
215 S Brea BlvdOne Bedroom (Corner Suite)850 Sq Ft$2,406
Canyon Pines Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Den849 Sq Ft$2,850
GREENHOUSE1x1 B780 Sq Ft$2,199
La Ramada Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath B770 Sq Ft$2,065
Uptown Fullerton11AL750 Sq Ft$2,420
El Dorado ApartmentsOne Bedroom750 Sq Ft$1,853
The Terrace ApartmentsPlan 3750 Sq Ft$2,250
Joule La Floresta11F2A to 11F2E734 Sq Ft$3,000

Cheapest Available Brea 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 15, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Brea, CA is the 1x1 Model starting from $1,635 at HERITAGE PLAZA in the West Brea neighborhood. The second most affordable Brea 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Model at Bradford Terrace Senior Apartments starting at $1,650 in the Clementine neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Brea is currently $2,359. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Brea:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
HERITAGE PLAZA1x1$1,635
Bradford Terrace Senior Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath$1,650
Nutwood East Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment$1,763
UCA1x1-600$1,799
El Dorado ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,853
La Ramada Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath A$1,895
Parkview Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$1,895
Piccadilly SquareOne Bedroom$1,899
Sturbridge Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom B$1,900
R.C. Briarwood Apartment HomesPlan A$1,950

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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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Getting Around Brea, CA

Walk Score®

66 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 HERITAGE PLAZA listed at $1,635.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Brea is $2,359.

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 $2,875 at Las Palmas.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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

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Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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