1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Irvine, CA (321 Rentals)

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Irvine 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 27, 2025

There are currently 6506 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Irvine, CA that range in price from $1,970 to $9,150. Irvine Business Complex, Avenue One and Coventry Court are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Irvine with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Irvine Business Complex403$3,065$2,095
Avenue One257$3,150$2,199
Coventry Court256$2,995$2,025
Savannah at Columbus Grove249$3,010$2,450
Rancho San Joaquin240$3,150$2,420
El Toro238$2,875$2,235
Westpark231$3,020$2,420
San Joaquin Marsh230$3,177$2,199
UC Irvine228$3,240$2,420
University of California Irvine228$3,240$2,420

Largest Available Irvine 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Irvine, CA is found at Brittany Apartment Homes in the Oak Creek neighborhood and is 1,248 square feet priced from $3,450. Villas Fashion Island in the UC Irvine neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,246 square feet and currently listed start at $7,650. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Irvine:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Brittany Apartment HomesPlan 71,248 Sq Ft$3,450
Villas Fashion IslandPlan L1,246 Sq Ft$7,650
Estancia Apartment HomesPlan G1,177 Sq Ft$3,475
Promenade at Irvine SpectrumPlan 191,175 Sq Ft$3,625
Westview at Irvine SpectrumPlan K1,157 Sq Ft$3,600
Astoria at Central Park WestStanford1,119 Sq Ft$3,990
The Park at Irvine SpectrumPlan 181,090 Sq Ft$3,500
Colony at Fashion IslandPlan 21,087 Sq Ft$4,365
Pinnacle at MacArthur PlaceChopin1,062 Sq Ft$2,859
Park Place Apartment HomesPlan 7780 Sq Ft$2,975

Cheapest Available Irvine 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 27, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Irvine, CA is the Cordova A Model starting from $2,010 at Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes in the Lemon Heights neighborhood. The second most affordable Irvine 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Casa Cortez Apartments starting at $2,025 in the Lower Pete's Canyon neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Irvine is currently $3,122. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Irvine:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Castilian and Cordova Apartment HomesCordova A$2,010
Casa Cortez Apartments1 Bedroom$2,025
Villa Marseilles ApartmentsThe Vineyard-1 BR, 1 BA$2,095
Reserve at South CoastOne Bedroom - A1$2,175
Newport Village Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom$2,199
147 Terra at Tustin1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Ulta$2,225
Walnut EastPlan A$2,225
Missions at Back Bay1 Bedroom$2,234
Emerald Court Apartment HomesPlan 2$2,265

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Irvine Overview

Many people are familiar with Orange County California from magazines, TV shows, and even tourism advertisements. At the same time, one of the most beautiful cities in this area is Irvine, California. One of the largest cities in the Los Angeles metropolitan area, there are people who have been flocking to this beautiful location for years. Given the numerous landmarks, recreation activities, and job opportunities, it is easy to see why. If you would like to take advantage of everything Irvine has to offer, you may be looking for apartments in Irvine.

Why live in Irvine, CA?

There are countless reasons why people choose to live in Irvine California. It is true that the cost of living can be high, however, the weather is beautiful, the people are friendly, and the job opportunities are bountiful. In addition, it is not as expensive to live in Irvine as it is to live in Los Angeles itself. Therefore, a lot of people do decide to live in Irvine and commute to Los Angeles either by car, bus, or train. Finally, Irvine itself is also a cultural melting pot. This has given rise to numerous shopping and dining opportunities in the area.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Irvine, CA

Ranked #62

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Irvine, CA

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Irvine Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Irvine with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Irvine is at Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes listed at $2,010.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Irvine Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Irvine is $3,122.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Irvine Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Irvine is a 1,248 square feet unit starting from $3,450 at Brittany Apartment Homes.

What is the average size for Irvine 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Irvine is currently 819 sq ft.

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