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Toscana
35 Via LuccaIrvine, CA 92612
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Parkwood Apartment Homes
17560 Rosa Drew LnIrvine, CA 92612
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Woodbridge Villas Apartment Homes
10 Thunder RunIrvine, CA 92614
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Park West Apartment Homes
3883 Parkview LnIrvine, CA 92612
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Villa Siena Apartment Homes
25 Palatine RdIrvine, CA 92612
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Villa Coronado Apartment Homes
100 AmbazarIrvine, CA 92614
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Enzo
3100 MartinIrvine, CA 92612
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Ambrose Apartment Homes
100-265 Amherst AisleIrvine, CA 92612
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Park Place Apartment Homes
3395 Michelson DrIrvine, CA 92612
18771 Paseo Picasso
IrvineCA92603
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The Royce
3301 Michelson DrIrvine, CA 92612
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Park Newport
1 Park NewportNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Furnished Studio-Orange County - John Wayne Airport
4881 Birch StNewport Beach, CA 92660
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UC Irvine, Irvine, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in UC Irvine?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| UC Irvine Studio Apartments | $2,941 | $2,451 | $4,325 |
| UC Irvine 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,778 | $2,525 | $8,370 |
| UC Irvine 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,721 | $3,225 | $10,000+ |
| UC Irvine 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,368 | $3,950 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available UC Irvine Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the UC Irvine area of Irvine, CA is a Studio unit found at Park Newport priced from $2,451. Toscana has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,514. Here are the most affordable UC Irvine apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Newport | Wedge | Studio,1BA | $2,451 |
| Toscana | Carrara | Studio,1BA | $2,514 |
| Parkwood Apartment Homes | Plan One | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| The Royce | S3.1 | Studio,1BA | $2,595 |
| Villa Siena Apartment Homes | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in UC Irvine, CA
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the UC Irvine area is the $3.56 price per square foot SoHo - Penthouse Model at Astoria at Central Park West in the in the Westpark neighborhood starting from $10,030. The second greatest value UC Irvine apartment is the Plan 2 Model at Bordeaux Apartment Homes starting at $4,595 with a $3.41 price per square foot in the Turtle Rock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for UC Irvine apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Astoria at Central Park West | SoHo - Penthouse | 3BR,3BA | $3.56 |
| Bordeaux Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.41 |
| Turtle Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 8 | 2BR,2BA | $3.61 |
| Turtle Rock Canyon Apartment Homes | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| The Carlyle | Residence 1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.08 |
| Cross Creek Apartments | Plan 2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.55 |
| Park West Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Rancho San Joaquin Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 2BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Park Place Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Parkwood Apartment Homes | Plan One | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap UC Irvine Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in UC Irvine?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in UC Irvine is under $3,410.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in UC Irvine?
The cheapest apartment in UC Irvine is Parkwood Apartment Homes which is listed at $2,525, while the average apartment in UC Irvine costs $3,792.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in UC Irvine?
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 22 regular apartments in UC Irvine 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 UC Irvine?
Cheap apartments in UC Irvine have an average cost of $303 which is $3,489 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in UC Irvine.
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