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Irvine 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 09, 2025

There are currently 5423 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Irvine, CA that range in price from $2,000 to $11,388. Irvine Business Complex, Savannah at Columbus Grove and Westpark 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 Complex436$3,040$2,095
Savannah at Columbus Grove293$3,015$2,345
Westpark284$3,021$2,345
Coventry Court277$2,995$2,000
Avenue One237$3,061$2,285
Meriwether at Columbus Square226$3,140$2,000
Rancho San Joaquin225$3,082$2,345
San Joaquin Marsh207$3,099$2,285
UC Irvine198$3,149$2,345
University of California Irvine198$3,149$2,345

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 $3,675. Camden Main And Jamboree in the Turtle Rock neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,184 square feet and currently listed start at $3,159. 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$3,675
Camden Main And JamboreeA10E1,184 Sq Ft$3,159
Estancia Apartment HomesPlan G1,177 Sq Ft$3,535
Promenade at Irvine SpectrumPlan 191,175 Sq Ft$3,750
Broadstone AtlasThe Endurance1,133 Sq Ft$3,411
Axis 2300 Apartments12B1,100 Sq Ft$3,395
The Park at Irvine SpectrumPlan 181,090 Sq Ft$3,350
Colony at Fashion IslandPlan 21,087 Sq Ft$4,460
Villas Fashion IslandPlan B1,078 Sq Ft$6,420
Pinnacle at MacArthur PlaceChopin1,062 Sq Ft$2,927

Cheapest Available Irvine 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 09, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Irvine, CA is the Castilian A Model starting from $2,035 at Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes in the Lemon Heights neighborhood. The second most affordable Irvine 1 Bedroom is the The Vineyard-1 BR, 1 BA Model at Villa Marseilles Apartments starting at $2,095 in the South Harbor neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Irvine is currently $3,402. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Irvine:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Castilian and Cordova Apartment HomesCastilian A$2,035
Villa Marseilles ApartmentsThe Vineyard-1 BR, 1 BA$2,095
Emerald Court Apartment HomesPlan 2$2,145
Briarwood ApartmentsPlan B$2,150
Spring Lakes Apartment HomesPlan A$2,155
Westridge Apartment HomesSu Casa$2,205
147 Terra at Tustin1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Ulta$2,225
Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath$2,245
The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior ApartmentsCasa - 1 Bedroom$2,250
Reserve at South CoastOne Bedroom Townhome - A2$2,256

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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 Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes listed at $2,035.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Irvine is $3,402.

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 $3,675 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 757 sq ft.

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