
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Creek Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $500 (9 Rentals)
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Oak Creek, Irvine, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Creek Studio Apartments | $2,631 | $2,215 | $3,015 |
| Oak Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,902 | $2,320 | $3,800 |
| Oak Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,448 | $2,671 | $5,015 |
| Oak Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,095 | $3,630 | $4,895 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oak Creek Neighborhood of Irvine, CA.
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Cheapest Available Oak Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Creek area of Irvine, CA is a Studio unit found at Deerfield Apartment Homes priced from $2,215. Parkwood Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,320. Here are the most affordable Oak Creek apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deerfield Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | Studio,1BA | $2,215 |
| Parkwood Apartment Homes | Plan One | 1BR,1BA | $2,320 |
| Quail Hill Apartment Homes | Quail Meadow - Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,435 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Creek, CA
As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Creek area is the $3.31 price per square foot Plan F2 - townhome Model at Shadow Oaks Apartment Homes in the in the Oak Creek neighborhood starting from $4,750. The second greatest value Oak Creek apartment is the Plan Three Model at Parkwood Apartment Homes starting at $3,875 with a $3.15 price per square foot in the Oak Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow Oaks Apartment Homes | Plan F2 - townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.31 |
| Parkwood Apartment Homes | Plan Three | 3BR,2BA | $3.15 |
| Windwood Knoll Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 3BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| Heritage Point | Plan H | 3BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| Woodbridge Willows Apartment Homes | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $3.25 |
| Sonoma Apartment Homes | Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $3.45 |
| Cross Creek Apartments | Plan 1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.37 |
| Cedar Creek Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Northwood Apartment Homes | Northwood Place- Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Woodbridge Pines Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Creek Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Oak Creek?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Oak Creek is under $2,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oak Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Oak Creek is Parkwood Apartment Homes which is listed at $2,320, while the average apartment in Oak Creek costs $3,890.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oak Creek?
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 10 regular apartments in Oak Creek 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 Oak Creek?
Cheap apartments in Oak Creek have an average cost of $146 which is $3,744 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oak Creek.
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