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Irvine 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 19, 2025

There are currently 8648 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Irvine, CA that range in price from $1,950 to $9,700. Irvine Business Complex, Savannah at Columbus Grove and Avenue One 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 Complex525$3,155$2,095
Savannah at Columbus Grove356$3,105$2,450
Avenue One351$3,205$2,153
El Toro338$2,895$2,325
Westpark333$3,125$2,450
Irvine Medical and Science Complex325$2,940$2,270
San Joaquin Marsh316$3,345$2,200
East Irvine311$2,835$2,270
Rancho San Joaquin307$3,326$2,499
Coventry Court306$3,050$1,950

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 $3,515. 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 $7,760. 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$3,515
Villas Fashion IslandPlan L1,246 Sq Ft$7,760
Astoria at Central Park WestSanta Barbara1,234 Sq Ft$4,232
Broadstone ArchiveTHE EXPERT1,180 Sq Ft$3,579
Promenade at Irvine SpectrumPlan 191,175 Sq Ft$3,940
Axis 2300 Apartments12B1,100 Sq Ft$3,600
The Park at Irvine SpectrumPlan 181,090 Sq Ft$3,525
Colony at Fashion IslandPlan 21,087 Sq Ft$4,205
Centerpointe at Irvine SpectrumPlan F1,029 Sq Ft$3,640
Park Place Apartment HomesPlan 7780 Sq Ft$3,140

Cheapest Available Irvine 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 19, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Irvine, CA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $2,025 at Casa Cortez Apartments in the Lower Pete's Canyon neighborhood. The second most affordable Irvine 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath Model at 155 Pinewood Apartments starting at $2,075 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Irvine is currently $3,490. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Irvine:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Casa Cortez Apartments1 Bedroom$2,025
155 Pinewood Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath$2,075
Villa Marseilles ApartmentsThe Vineyard-1 BR, 1 BA$2,095
Missions at Back Bay1 Bedroom$2,153
147 Terra at Tustin1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Ulta$2,225
The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior ApartmentsValencia - 1 Bedroom$2,250
Heritage PointPlan E$2,270
Emerald Court Apartment HomesPlan 2$2,285
Walnut EastPlan A$2,315
Reserve at South CoastOne Bedroom - A1$2,319

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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 #51

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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Casa Cortez Apartments listed at $2,025.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Irvine is $3,490.

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 $3,515 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 626 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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