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property at 63 Finch

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jun 1

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property at 25671 Le Parc

$2,600

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$2,600

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$2,600

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available May 31

25671 Le Parc, Unit #57, Unit #57

25671 Le Parc
Lake ForestCA92630

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Irvine, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Irvine, CA

Pricing Updated: 05/14/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Irvine, CA area range in price from $1,800 to $11,295 with an overall median price of $4,433. The three Irvine neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Santiago Hills at $2,535, East Irvine at $2,355, and Irvine Spectrum at $2,355. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Irvine Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Santiago Hills$3,470$2,53528
East Irvine$3,855$2,355436
Irvine Spectrum$3,855$2,355414
Irvine Technology Center$3,855$2,210383
Oak Creek$3,930$2,355385
Irvine Medical and Science Complex$3,935$2,355445
Woodbridge$3,940$2,325189
Turtle Rock$3,957$2,400154
Avenue One$3,970$1,999300
Irvine Industrial Complex East$4,020$2,02756

Cheapest Available Irvine Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Irvine, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Borchard Apartments in the South Main neighborhood priced from $1,800. Minnie Apartments in the South Main neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Irvine apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Borchard Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,800
Minnie Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,800
The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsVilla - StudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Newport Village ApartmentsJunior 1 BedroomStudio,1BA$1,999
Parc DerianVeteran Unit3BR,2BA$2,088

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Irvine, CA

As of May 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Irvine area is the $2.53 price per square foot Plan A Model at Tustin Cottages in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $4,009. The second greatest value Irvine apartment is the Veteran Unit Model at Parc Derian starting at $2,088 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Westpark 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 A3BR,2.5BA$2.53
Parc DerianVeteran Unit3BR,2BA$1.72
Waterstone Garden2x2 Rancho2BR,2BA$2.33
14101 Browning2bd2ba2BR,2BA$2.46
San Remo Villa Apartment HomesPlan 42BR,2BA$2.76
Kenyon PointeFloor Plan Patio2BR,2BA$2.58
TUSTIN LANAI APARTMENTS2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.37
3400 South Main StreetOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.66
Borchard Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.57
Minnie Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.77

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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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Irvine, CA
Population: 282,572

Ranked #72

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Irvine

What type of rentals are currently available in Irvine?

There are currently 674 Apartments for Rent in Irvine, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $11,295. There are also 121 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Irvine ranging from $1,195 to $49,500.

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 $1,195 to $49,500 with an average monthly rent of $9,145.

Expert Rental Resources

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.