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Irvine, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Irvine?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irvine 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,751 | $2,100 | $6,995 |
| Irvine 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,397 | $3,595 | $10,000+ |
| Irvine 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,008 | $4,950 | $10,000+ |
| Irvine 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,536 | $6,295 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Irvine, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/03/2026Current apartment rentals in the Irvine, CA area range in price from $1,508 to $11,460 with an overall median price of $4,662. The three Irvine neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Avenue One at $1,508, Rancho San Joaquin at $1,508, and Turtle Rock at $2,350. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Irvine Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenue One | $4,095 | $1,508 | 289 |
| Rancho San Joaquin | $4,130 | $1,508 | 257 |
| Turtle Rock | $4,130 | $2,350 | 181 |
| University Park | $4,182 | $1,508 | 192 |
| Quail Hill | $4,215 | $2,320 | 297 |
| Shady Canyon | $4,220 | $2,320 | 252 |
| Woodbridge | $4,220 | $2,260 | 166 |
| Irvine Business Complex | $4,242 | $1,508 | 769 |
| Westpark | $4,265 | $1,508 | 564 |
| Savannah at Columbus Grove | $4,275 | $1,508 | 583 |
Cheapest Available Irvine Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Irvine, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parc Derian in the Westpark neighborhood priced from $1,508. The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Irvine apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parc Derian | Waitlist | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
| The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Villa - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Newport Village Apartments | Junior 1 Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,959 |
| Axiom Tustin | 0 Bed, 1 Bath (600 Sq. Ft.) | Studio,1BA | $2,096 |
| Missions at Back Bay | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,104 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Irvine, CA
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Irvine area is the $2.47 price per square foot Townhome Model at Waterstone Garden in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $3,454. The second greatest value Irvine apartment is the 22AA Model at Axis 2300 Apartments starting at $3,795 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the UC Irvine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Irvine apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterstone Garden | Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.47 |
| Axis 2300 Apartments | 22AA | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.89 |
| Bellecour Way Apartment Homes | Lyon | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.82 |
| Parc Derian | Waitlist | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| Northwood Place | Plan C2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.91 |
| 3400 South Main Street | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Pacific Pointe South | 1 Bedroom / 1Bath - Yard | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Missions at Back Bay | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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