Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Meriwether at Columbus Square Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $900 (34 Rentals)
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Meriwether at Columbus Square, Irvine, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Meriwether at Columbus Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meriwether at Columbus Square Studio Apartments | $2,979 | $1,895 | $3,980 |
| Meriwether at Columbus Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,148 | $2,025 | $4,973 |
| Meriwether at Columbus Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,089 | $2,500 | $6,973 |
| Meriwether at Columbus Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,034 | $2,088 | $7,370 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Meriwether at Columbus Square Neighborhood of Irvine, CA.
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Cheapest Available Meriwether at Columbus Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Meriwether at Columbus Square area of Irvine, CA is a Studio unit found at Las Casas Apartments priced from $1,895. 112 Pacific Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,945. Here are the most affordable Meriwether at Columbus Square apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Casas Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 112 Pacific Pointe Apartments | Studio - Tiled Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,945 |
| Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes | Castilian A | 1BR,1BA | $2,015 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| Alders Apartment Company | 1 Bed W/ Carport-Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Village Meadows | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Arbor Ranch | One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $2,082 |
| Parc Derian | Veteran Unit | 3BR,2BA | $2,088 |
| Las Fuentes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Walnut East | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,135 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meriwether at Columbus Square, CA
As of February 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meriwether at Columbus Square area is the $2.43 price per square foot 16584 Lorelei Ln Model at 16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Meriwether at Columbus Square 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 Meriwether at Columbus Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House | 16584 Lorelei Ln | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.43 |
| Parc Derian | Veteran Unit | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Kenyon Pointe | Floor Plan Patio | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| Emerald Terrace Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 14101 Browning | 1bd1ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Waterstone Garden | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Walnut East | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Las Fuentes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes | Castilian A | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Meriwether at Columbus Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Meriwether at Columbus Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Meriwether at Columbus Square is under $2,135.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Meriwether at Columbus Square?
The cheapest apartment in Meriwether at Columbus Square is Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes which is listed at $2,015, while the average apartment in Meriwether at Columbus Square costs $4,870.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Meriwether at Columbus Square?
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 11 regular apartments in Meriwether at Columbus Square 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 Meriwether at Columbus Square?
Cheap apartments in Meriwether at Columbus Square have an average cost of $183 which is $4,687 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Meriwether at Columbus Square.
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