
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Irvine Spectrum Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $500 (4 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Irvine Spectrum area of Irvine.


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Irvine Spectrum, Irvine, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Irvine Spectrum?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irvine Spectrum Studio Apartments | $2,924 | $2,405 | $3,825 |
| Irvine Spectrum 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,311 | $2,420 | $5,390 |
| Irvine Spectrum 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,137 | $2,715 | $6,950 |
| Irvine Spectrum 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,752 | $3,630 | $7,220 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Irvine Spectrum Neighborhood of Irvine, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Irvine Spectrum, CA
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Irvine Spectrum area is the $3.33 price per square foot Plan B - townhome Model at Shadow Oaks Apartment Homes in the in the Oak Creek neighborhood starting from $4,005. The second greatest value Irvine Spectrum apartment is the Plan J Model at Sonoma Apartment Homes starting at $3,880 with a $3.25 price per square foot in the Oak Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Irvine Spectrum apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow Oaks Apartment Homes | Plan B - townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.33 |
| Sonoma Apartment Homes | Plan J | 2BR,2BA | $3.25 |
| Deerfield Apartment Homes | Plan 5 | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| Heritage Point | Plan F | 2BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Portola Place Apartment Homes | Plan 5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Centerpointe at Irvine Spectrum | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Woodbridge Willows Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Woodbury Lane Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Windwood Knoll Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Northwood Place | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Irvine Spectrum Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Irvine Spectrum?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Irvine Spectrum is under $2,545.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Irvine Spectrum?
The cheapest apartment in Irvine Spectrum is Woodbury Square Apartment Homes which is listed at $2,420, while the average apartment in Irvine Spectrum costs $3,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Irvine Spectrum?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Irvine Spectrum that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Irvine Spectrum?
Cheap apartments in Irvine Spectrum have an average cost of $108 which is $3,692 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Irvine Spectrum.
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