Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Brea Neighborhood of Brea, CA from $3,000 (3 Rentals)

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Downtown Brea, Brea, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Brea, CA

As of May 22, 2025 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 Town House Model at Stonewood Apartments starting at $2,295 with a $2.55 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Town And CountryTwo Bedroom-Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.29
Stonewood ApartmentsTown House2BR,1.5BA$2.55
The PointeRidley1BR,1BA$2.97
Country Woods Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.06
Maplewood Apartment HomesPlan B1BR,1BA$3.15
Tamarack Gardens ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.06
Birchwood Village Apartment HomesPine1BR,1BA$3.48
Canyon Pines Apartments1 BDRM/1 BATH SPLIT LEVEL1BR,1BA$3.27
The HomesteadPlan A1BR,1BA$3.44
215 S Brea BlvdStudioStudio ,1BA$3.48

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Brea

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Brea?

There are currently 79 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Brea, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,905 to $26,495. There are also 3 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Brea ranging from $3,040 to $3,850.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Brea?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Brea ranges from $3,040 to $3,850 with an average monthly rent of $3,445.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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