1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Brea, CA Under $1,500 (9 Rentals)
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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Brea, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brea?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Brea Studio Apartments | $2,070 | $1,795 | $2,705 |
Brea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $1,750 | $4,206 |
Brea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,956 | $1,600 | $5,101 |
Brea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,660 | $2,759 | $4,958 |
Brea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,700 | $4,700 | $4,700 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Nutwood East Apartments listed at $1,854.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Brea Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Brea is $2,450.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Brea Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Brea is a 896 square feet unit starting from $3,065 at Las Palmas.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.