
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Brea Neighborhood of Brea, CA from $1,600 (32 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Brea area of Brea.


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Downtown Brea, Brea, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Brea?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Brea Studio Apartments | $2,329 | $2,015 | $3,070 |
| Downtown Brea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,649 | $2,020 | $3,265 |
| Downtown Brea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,042 | $2,450 | $3,950 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Brea Neighborhood of Brea, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Brea Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Brea area of Brea, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at La Casa Brea Apartments priced from $2,020. Country Woods Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,125. Here are the most affordable Downtown Brea apartments for rent in Brea, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Casa Brea Apartments | One Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $2,020 |
| Country Woods Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| Maplewood Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| Canyon Pines Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Split Level | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Birchwood Village Apartment Homes | Fir | Studio,1BA | $2,155 |
| Raintree Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Orange Villa Sr Apts. - 55+ Brea | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,495 |
| Town And Country | Two Bedroom-Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,745 |
| 250 E Acacia St. | 2bd 2ba D | 2BR,2BA | $2,850 |
| The Pointe | Maya | 2BR,2BA | $3,166 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Brea, CA
As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Brea area is the $2.29 price per square foot Two Bedroom-Two Bedroom Model at Town And Country in the in the West Brea neighborhood starting from $2,745. The second greatest value Downtown Brea apartment is the Maya Model at The Pointe starting at $3,166 with a $2.75 price per square foot in the West Brea neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Brea apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town And Country | Two Bedroom-Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| The Pointe | Maya | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Orange Villa Sr Apts. - 55+ Brea | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| 250 E Acacia St. | 2bd 2ba D | 2BR,2BA | $3.35 |
| Canyon Pines Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Country Woods Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Maplewood Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Raintree Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| La Casa Brea Apartments | One Bedroom Apt | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Birchwood Village Apartment Homes | Fir | Studio ,1BA | $4.31 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Brea Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Brea Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Brea Apartment is $2,020 at La Casa Brea Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Brea Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Brea is starting from $2,445 at Raintree Apartment Homes.
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