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Irvine, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Irvine, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/09/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Irvine, CA area range in price from $1,300 to $15,700 with an overall median price of $6,562. The three Irvine neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Irvine Medical and Science Complex at $2,230, Irvine Center at $2,230, and Shady Canyon at $2,365. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Irvine Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Irvine Medical and Science Complex$3,915$2,230212
Irvine Center$3,935$2,230188
Shady Canyon$3,945$2,36558
Quail Hill$4,100$2,37078
Irvine Technology Center$4,127$2,270282
Lower Pete's Canyon$4,140$2,275113
Irvine Research Center$4,240$1,995243
Oak Creek$4,790$2,230382
University of California Irvine$4,927$2,275270
UC Irvine$4,950$2,275272

Cheapest Available Irvine Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Irvine, CA is a Studio unit found at 112 Pacific Pointe Apartments in the Lemon Heights neighborhood priced from $1,900. The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior Apartments in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Irvine apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
112 Pacific Pointe ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior ApartmentsVilla - StudioStudio,1BA$1,995
Newport Village ApartmentsJunior 1 BedroomStudio,1BA$1,999
Castilian and Cordova Apartment HomesCastilian A1BR,1BA$2,010
3400 South Main StreetOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Irvine, CA

As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Irvine area is the $2.55 price per square foot Plan E Model at Tustin Cottages in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $4,318. The second greatest value Irvine apartment is the 3x2 Townhouse Model at South Coast Fountains starting at $4,295 with a $2.68 price per square foot in the Westside Costa Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Irvine apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tustin CottagesPlan E3BR,2.5BA$2.55
South Coast Fountains3x2 Townhouse3BR,2BA$2.68
Baywood Apartment HomesPlan 22BR,2BA$2.70
3400 South Main StreetTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.48
Timbers Apartments, El Toro2 BDRM/1 BATH2BR,1BA$2.79
Arroyo at Baker RanchBR22BR,1BA$1.82
Newport Bay Terrace2 Beds / 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2.94
Villa Marseilles ApartmentsThe Versailles- 1 BD, 1 BA1BR,1BA$2.44
2516 S Baker St, Unit D2516 S Baker St2BR,1BA$2.91
Regency West Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath w/ Patio1BR,1BA$2.94

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Frequently Asked Questions about Irvine

What type of rentals are currently available in Irvine?

There are currently 667 Apartments for Rent in Irvine, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $15,700. There are also 173 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Irvine ranging from $1,250 to $69,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Irvine?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Irvine ranges from $1,250 to $69,995 with an average monthly rent of $14,955.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Irvine?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Irvine range from $3,635 to $14,658, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $10,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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