
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santiago Hills Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $1,100 (5 Rentals)
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Santiago Hills, Irvine, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santiago Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santiago Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,938 | $2,477 | $4,045 |
| Santiago Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,586 | $2,899 | $5,065 |
| Santiago Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,182 | $4,182 | $4,182 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Santiago Hills Neighborhood of Irvine, CA.
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Cheapest Available Santiago Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santiago Hills area of Irvine, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sonterra at Foothill Ranch priced from $2,477. Portola Court Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,575. Here are the most affordable Santiago Hills apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonterra at Foothill Ranch | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $2,477 |
| Portola Court Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,575 |
| Portola Place Apartment Homes | Plan 5 | 1BR,1BA | $2,720 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santiago Hills, CA
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santiago Hills area is the $3.17 price per square foot Plan 5 Model at Portola Place Apartment Homes in the in the Irvine Spectrum neighborhood starting from $2,725. The second greatest value Santiago Hills apartment is the Residence 1 Luxury Model at Paloma Summit Condominium Rentals starting at $2,675 with a $3.77 price per square foot in the Pacific Commerce Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santiago Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portola Place Apartment Homes | Plan 5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Paloma Summit Condominium Rentals | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Sonterra at Foothill Ranch | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Portola Court Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santiago Hills Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santiago Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santiago Hills Apartment is $2,477 at Sonterra at Foothill Ranch.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santiago Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santiago Hills is starting from $2,899 at Sonterra at Foothill Ranch.
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