
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the McDonnell Center Neighborhood of Huntington Beach, CA from $1,500 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the McDonnell Center area of Huntington Beach.


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McDonnell Center, Huntington Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in McDonnell Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonnell Center Studio Apartments | $2,871 | $1,800 | $3,710 |
| McDonnell Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,578 | $1,950 | $4,146 |
| McDonnell Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,137 | $2,320 | $5,242 |
| McDonnell Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,068 | $3,300 | $8,124 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the McDonnell Center Neighborhood of Huntington Beach, CA.
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Cheapest Available McDonnell Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the McDonnell Center area of Huntington Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Somerset Villas priced from $1,950. La Pat Courtyard Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable McDonnell Center apartments for rent in Huntington Beach, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Villas | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| La Pat Courtyard Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| The Huntington Breeze | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom - B | 1BR,1BA | $2,134 |
| Whiffle Tree Apartments | One Bedroom Junior | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Sutton Place | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,220 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McDonnell Center, CA
As of January 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the McDonnell Center area is the $2.10 price per square foot Townhome Model at Villa Pacific Townhomes in the in the McDonnell Center neighborhood starting from $2,727. The second greatest value McDonnell Center apartment is the Kensington - 2 BR, 1 BA UP Model at Holiday West Apartments starting at $2,355 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the West Garden Grove neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McDonnell Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Pacific Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.10 |
| Holiday West Apartments | Kensington - 2 BR, 1 BA UP | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Harborscape | 2BR/1BA Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Courtyard Apartments at La Pat Place | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Las Brisas | Sea Breeze I | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Pointe Pacific Apartment Homes | 21BR | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| The Edward Apartments | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Harbour Lights Resort Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| La Pat Courtyard Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Sutton Place | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
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Best Local Schools in Mcdonnell Center, Huntington Beach, CA
Ada Clegg Elementary
Marina High
Helen Stacey Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap McDonnell Center Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in McDonnell Center?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in McDonnell Center is under $2,370.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in McDonnell Center?
The cheapest apartment in McDonnell Center is Somerset Villas which is listed at $1,950, while the average apartment in McDonnell Center costs $3,931.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in McDonnell Center?
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 McDonnell Center that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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