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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

116 Remington

IrvineCA92620

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Anton Portola
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Anton Portola

100 FountainheadIrvine, CA 92618
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Solaira at Pavilion Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Solaira at Pavilion Park

100 Ridge VlyIrvine, CA 92618
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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Northwood Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Northwood Park

146 RooseveltIrvine, CA 92620
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East Irvine, Irvine, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Irvine Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Irvine area of Irvine, CA is a Studio unit found at Pacifica Place at Irvine Spectrum priced from $2,150. Deerfield Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable East Irvine apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pacifica Place at Irvine SpectrumPlan 1 - BMRStudio,1BA$2,150
Deerfield Apartment HomesPlan 1Studio,1BA$2,295
The Village at Irvine SpectrumDel Rey - Plan 104Studio,1BA$2,325
WoodbridgeWoodbridge Plan 1AStudio,1BA$2,328
Heritage PointPlan A1BR,1BA$2,330
The Park at Irvine SpectrumPlan 4Studio,1BA$2,415
Serrano Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$2,475
Cypress Village Apartment HomesMurano - Plan 11BR,1BA$2,495
Oak Glen Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$2,510
Northwood PlacePlan B1BR,1BA$2,545

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Irvine, CA

As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Irvine area is the $3.29 price per square foot Plan F Model at Sonoma Apartment Homes in the in the Oak Creek neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value East Irvine apartment is the Plan 6 Model at Portola Place Apartment Homes starting at $3,565 with a $3.55 price per square foot in the Irvine Spectrum neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Irvine apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sonoma Apartment HomesPlan F3BR,2BA$3.29
Portola Place Apartment HomesPlan 62BR,2BA$3.55
Woodbridge Willows Apartment HomesPlan B2BR,1BA$3.17
Windwood Knoll Apartment HomesPlan 22BR,1BA$3.14
Woodbury Lane Apartment HomesPlan 21BR,1BA$3.48
Mirasol Apartment HomesPlan B1BR,1BA$3.67
Northwood PlacePlan B1BR,1BA$3.36
Woodbury Square Apartment HomesPlan C1BR,1BA$3.55
Centerpointe at Irvine SpectrumPlan AStudio ,1BA$3.62
Heritage PointPlan A1BR,1BA$3.66

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Irvine Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Irvine?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Irvine is at Pacifica Place at Irvine Spectrum listed at $2,150.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Irvine Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Irvine Apartment is $2,330 at Heritage Point.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Irvine Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Irvine is starting from $2,860 at Heritage Point.

What is the most affordable East Irvine Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Irvine Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Deerfield Apartment Homes and starts from $3,825.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.