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Garden Brook Senior Village

Orchard Grove Apartments

11945 S Della Ln

9572 Maureen Dr, Unit 1

10442 Lampson Avenue

Crystal View

Valley View Senior Apartment Homes

City Plaza

8602 Chapman Ave
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12601 Shelley Dr, Unit 6

Robin Meadows of Garden Grove

12571 Shelley Dr, Unit 2

Rancho Monterey

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Harbor Grove Apartments

Pine Lake Terrace

Garden View Apartments

Park Grove

11742 Stuart Dr
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Shelley Apartments

Windsor Apartments

Sungrove Senior Apartment Homes

Hillcrest Manor

Liberty Tree Apartments

12072 Cole St

Maureen II

Malabar Apartments

Grove Side Apartments

Lampson Gardens
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Cobblestone Apartments

Daisy Apartments

Woodbury Patio Homes

Cypress VIllage

Franciscan Garden

12082 Bailey St

Maurya Apartments

Lafayette Apartments

Califorian Apartments

11016 Paloma Ave
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Chanteclair Apartments

Cliff Manor Apartments

Casa De Portola Apartments

12605 Kensington Ln

10862, 10781 Palma Vist...

10772 Palma Vista Avenue

Acacian Apartments

Mistyvale Apartments

12881 Galway St.

Vista Del Sol Apartments
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Garden Grove, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Garden Grove?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Garden Grove Studio Apartments | $2,061 | $1,374 | $3,685 |
| Cheap Garden Grove 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,438 | $1,275 | $4,575 |
| Cheap Garden Grove 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,007 | $1,743 | $6,892 |
| Cheap Garden Grove 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,671 | $1,995 | $6,272 |
| Cheap Garden Grove 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,878 | $2,762 | $4,995 |
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Garden Grove, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Garden Grove, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/15/2026Current apartment rentals in the Garden Grove, CA area range in price from $1,275 to $4,173 with an overall median price of $3,195. The three Garden Grove neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Uptown Garden Grove at $1,795, West Garden Grove at $1,421, and Downtown Garden Grove at $1,275. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Garden Grove Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Garden Grove | $2,797 | $1,795 | 12 |
| West Garden Grove | $3,095 | $1,421 | 74 |
| Downtown Garden Grove | $3,290 | $1,275 | 63 |
| Central Industrial District | $3,397 | $1,800 | 31 |
| Koreatown | $3,397 | $1,800 | 37 |
Cheapest Available Garden Grove Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Garden Grove, CA is a Studio unit found at Garden Brook Senior Village in the Little Saigon neighborhood priced from $1,374. Park Stanton Place Senior Apartments in the Palazzo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,421. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Garden Grove apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Brook Senior Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,374 |
| Park Stanton Place Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,421 |
| New Horizon Village Senior Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| Miracle Terrace | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Carlyle Courtyard | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Acaciawood Village Senior Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Village Apartments | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Harbor Village Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Caribbean Cove | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,758 |
| 55+ FountainGlen Goldenwest Senior Apartments | A | Studio,1BA | $1,785 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garden Grove, CA
As of May 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Garden Grove area is the $1.92 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Franciscan Garden in the in the Koreatown neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Garden Grove apartment is the 2BR 2BA Model at Beachside Apartments starting at $2,400 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the West Anaheim neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garden Grove apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franciscan Garden | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Beachside Apartments | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Terrace View West | 2BR 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Atrium Gardens | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| 1522 N Sycamore St, Unit A | 1522 N Sycamore St | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Stonehedge Apartments | Plan B - 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 7892 2nd St, Unit 106 | 7892 2nd St | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| 10442 Lampson Avenue | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Palm West Village | 2 Bed - 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Biltmore Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
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Garden Grove Overview
Located in Orange County, Garden Grove, California offers excellent weather, several interesting landmarks, and a short commute to downtown Los Angeles. It's an ideal home for those who want to be near LA, but without that city's hectic pace.
Why live in Garden Grove, CA?
Apartments in Garden Grove are ideal for those who prefer a suburban setting, but still want to be near the opportunities, culture, and transportation hub of Los Angeles, the two cities' centers are only about 30 miles apart. Garden Grove has some of the nation's warmest and sunniest weather, and is less than ten miles from the Pacific ocean. The city also includes some interesting landmarks, and is just a short drive to a few more.
Garden Grove, CAPopulation: 172,646
Ranked #151
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Garden Grove, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Garden Grove Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Garden Grove?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Garden Grove is under $1,785.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Garden Grove?
The cheapest apartment in Garden Grove is New Horizon Village Senior Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,430, while the average apartment in Garden Grove costs $3,195.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Garden Grove?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Garden Grove that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Garden Grove?
Cheap apartments in Garden Grove have an average cost of $305 which is $2,890 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Garden Grove.
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