Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brea, CA from $1,100 (82 Rentals)

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property at 274 Echo Canyon Pl

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274 Echo Canyon Pl

BreaCA92821

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Poplar Townhomes
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Poplar Townhomes

236-238 S Poplar AveBrea, CA 92821
property at 312 S Puente St

$1,600

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312 S Puente St

BreaCA92821
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Monterey Pines
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monterey Pines

222 W Fir StBrea, CA 92821
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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404 E Birch StBrea, CA 92821

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Maple Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Apartments

731 Maple StLa Habra, CA 90631
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Brea, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/26/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Brea, CA area range in price from $1,395 to $4,824 with an overall median price of $4,128. The three Brea neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Brea at $1,650, Downtown Brea at $1,920, and Brea Chem at $1,395. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Brea Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Brea$3,000$1,65089
Downtown Brea$3,170$1,92052
Brea Chem$4,824$1,39585
Brea Olinda$4,824$1,39580
Tonner Canyon$4,824$1,39594

Cheapest Available Brea Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Brea, CA is a Studio unit found at 3050 E Imperial Hwy in the Brea Chem neighborhood priced from $1,395. HERITAGE PLAZA in the West Brea neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brea apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3050 E Imperial HwyUnit 1 Studio + 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,395
HERITAGE PLAZA1x11BR,1BA$1,650
Moonraker ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,746
Nutwood East Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,754
Sand Castle ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,795
Tribeca ApartmensStudio PVStudio,1BA$1,795
Sturbridge Village ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,803
Sycamore VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,825
El Dorado ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,850
Piccadilly SquareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brea, CA

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brea area is the $2.71 price per square foot 536 W Greenwood Ave Model at 536 W Greenwood Ave in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Brea apartment is the 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Montclaire Apartments starting at $3,250 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Clementine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brea apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
536 W Greenwood Ave536 W Greenwood Ave3BR,2BA$2.71
Montclaire Apartments3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms3BR,2BA$2.23
Canyon Pines Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath Den2BR,2BA$2.74
Pines ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.57
4615 Lakeview Ave, Unit 46154615 Lakeview Ave2BR,1BA$2.70
Maplewood Apartment HomesPlan D2BR,2BA$2.79
Bonnie's Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.07
Orange Villa Sr Apts. - 55+ Brea2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.52
Pacific Place1 Bed+ Den1BR,1BA$2.77
850 N Citrus St.2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.70

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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 Cheap Brea Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brea?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brea is at 3050 E Imperial Hwy listed at $1,395.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brea Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brea Apartment is $1,650 at HERITAGE PLAZA.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brea Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brea is starting from $2,000 at Bonnie's Garden Apartments.

What is the most affordable Brea Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Brea Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Walnut Villas Apartment and starts from $3,050.

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