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Brea, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Brea?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Brea 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,974 | $2,600 | $3,550 |
Brea 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,942 | $3,150 | $5,500 |
Brea 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,277 | $3,900 | $8,250 |
Brea 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,500 | $8,500 | $8,500 |
Brea 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,200 | $7,200 | $7,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Brea, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current apartment rentals in the Brea, CA area range in price from $1,695 to $5,176 with an overall median price of $4,201. The three Brea neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Brea at $1,695, Downtown Brea at $1,980, and Brea Chem at $1,695. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Brea Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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West Brea | $2,865 | $1,695 | 67 |
Downtown Brea | $2,945 | $1,980 | 38 |
Brea Chem | $5,066 | $1,695 | 75 |
Brea Olinda | $5,066 | $1,695 | 66 |
Tonner Canyon | $5,066 | $1,695 | 89 |
Cheapest Available Brea Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Brea, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at HERITAGE PLAZA in the West Brea neighborhood priced from $1,695. 1600 E. La Habra Blvd in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brea apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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HERITAGE PLAZA | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
1600 E. La Habra Blvd | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Sycamore Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brea, CA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brea area is the $2.77 price per square foot 1249 E Bastanchury Rd Model at 1249 E Bastanchury Rd, Unit A in the in the University Heights neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Brea apartment is the 3143 Topaz Ln Model at 3143 Topaz Ln, Unit C starting at $3,400 with a $2.66 price per square foot in the Brea Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brea apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1249 E Bastanchury Rd, Unit A | 1249 E Bastanchury Rd | 3BR,2BA | $2.77 |
3143 Topaz Ln, Unit C | 3143 Topaz Ln | 3BR,2BA | $2.66 |
Idylwood Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
Monte Vista Manor Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
641 Warne St, Unit B | 641 Warne St | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
El Dorado Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
R.C. Briarwood Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
Pines Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
Parkview Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
1600 E. La Habra Blvd | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brea
What type of rentals are currently available in Brea?
There are currently 416 Apartments for Rent in Brea, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,695 to $5,176. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brea ranging from $1,595 to $8,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Brea?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brea ranges from $1,595 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,984.
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