Cheap Apartments for Rent in the UC Irvine Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $1,400 (19 Rentals)

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The Royce
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Royce

3301 Michelson DrIrvine, CA 92612

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Westview Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Westview Apartments

737-741 Amigos WayNewport Beach, CA 92660
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UC Irvine, Irvine, CA Local Guide

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 $2,285. 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 UC Irvine apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park NewportWedgeStudio,1BA$2,285
Parkwood Apartment HomesPlan One1BR,1BA$2,320
Park West Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2,350
Villa Siena Apartment HomesPlan AStudio,1BA$2,450
ToscanaSiennaStudio,1BA$2,487

Best Value Apartments for Rent in UC Irvine, CA

As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the UC Irvine area is the $3.45 price per square foot Plan 4 Model at Bordeaux Apartment Homes in the in the Turtle Rock neighborhood starting from $4,900. The second greatest value UC Irvine apartment is the Plan 5 Model at Turtle Rock Vista Apartment Homes starting at $3,835 with a $2.89 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bordeaux Apartment HomesPlan 42BR,2.5BA$3.45
Turtle Rock Vista Apartment HomesPlan 53BR,2BA$2.89
Axis 2300 Apartments22AA2BR,2.5BA$2.82
The CarlyleResidence 12BR,2BA$3.07
Parkwood Apartment HomesPlan Three3BR,2BA$3.15
Fairway at Big CanyonPlan 1A1BR,1BA$3.56
Dartmouth Court ApartmentsPlan D2BR,2BA$3.24
Baywood Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$3.30
Park West Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2.96
Villa Coronado Apartment HomesPlan 21BR,1BA$3.53

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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 $2,595.

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 $2,320, while the average apartment in UC Irvine costs $4,850.

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 95 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 $503 which is $4,347 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in UC Irvine.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!