Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho San Joaquin Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $1,400 (58 Rentals)

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

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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property at 2348 Scholarship

$2,675

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$2,675
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2348 Scholarship

IrvineCA92612

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Enzo
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$2,854 - $5,413
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Enzo

3100 MartinIrvine, CA 92612
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$2,871 - $4,918
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1100 SteelyIrvine, CA 92614
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NOVA
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$2,995 - $5,430
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17422 Derian AveIrvine, CA 92614
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property at 2233 Martin

$3,395

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$3,395
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2233 Martin, Unit 413

2233 Martin
IrvineCA92612
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Sofi Irvine
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Sofi Irvine

2750 Kelvin AveIrvine, CA 92614
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property at 160 Echo Run

$2,595

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160 Echo Run, Unit 71

160 Echo Run
IrvineCA92614
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The Royce
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Royce

3301 Michelson DrIrvine, CA 92612

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Rancho San Joaquin, Irvine, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rancho San Joaquin Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rancho San Joaquin area of Irvine, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parc Derian priced from $1,508. Sofi Irvine has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,181. Here are the most affordable Rancho San Joaquin apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parc DerianWaitlist1BR,1BA$1,508
Sofi IrvineStudioStudio,1BA$2,181
San Mateo Apartment HomesPlan AStudio,1BA$2,260
Park West Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2,345
ToscanaCarraraStudio,1BA$2,405
Rancho San Joaquin Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2,430
San Paulo Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$2,480
Park Place Apartment HomesPlan 1Studio,1BA$2,500
Calypso Apartments and LoftsAntiguaStudio,1BA$2,540
Woodbridge Villas Apartment HomesPlan Two1BR,1BA$2,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Joaquin, CA

As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rancho San Joaquin area is the $2.89 price per square foot 22AA Model at Axis 2300 Apartments in the in the UC Irvine neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value Rancho San Joaquin apartment is the Residence 1 Model at The Carlyle starting at $3,837 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the UC Irvine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho San Joaquin apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Axis 2300 Apartments22AA2BR,2.5BA$2.89
The CarlyleResidence 12BR,2BA$3.10
Parc DerianWaitlist3BR,2BA$1.72
The Murphy IrvineB1A2BR,2BA$3.10
Main Street VillageMENDOCINO2BR,2BA$3.31
San Marino Villa Apartment HomesPlan C2BR,2BA$2.94
San Marco Villa Apartment HomesPlan C2BR,2BA$3.23
Parkwood Apartment HomesPlan Two2BR,1BA$2.83
San Leon Villa Apartment HomesPlan E1BR,1BA$3.05
Park West Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2.95

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

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Irvine, CA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rancho San Joaquin Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Rancho San Joaquin?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rancho San Joaquin is under $2,550.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rancho San Joaquin?

The cheapest apartment in Rancho San Joaquin is Parc Derian which is listed at $1,508, while the average apartment in Rancho San Joaquin costs $4,160.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rancho San Joaquin?

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 25 regular apartments in Rancho San Joaquin 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 Rancho San Joaquin?

Cheap apartments in Rancho San Joaquin have an average cost of $342 which is $3,818 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rancho San Joaquin.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.