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The Royce
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The Royce

3301 Michelson DrIrvine, CA 92612
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Park Newport
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Park Newport

1 Park NewportNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Westview Apartments
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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 1 Bed unit found at Park West Apartment Homes priced from $2,325. Ambrose Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,390. Here are the most affordable UC Irvine apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park West Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2,325
Ambrose Apartment HomesPlan BStudio,1BA$2,390
Villa Siena Apartment HomesPlan AStudio,1BA$2,400
Parkwood Apartment HomesPlan One1BR,1BA$2,400
Berkeley-Columbia Court ApartmentsColumbia - Plan A1BR,1BA$2,405

Best Value Apartments for Rent in UC Irvine, CA

As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the UC Irvine area is the $3.36 price per square foot Residence 4 Model at The Carlyle in the in the UC Irvine neighborhood starting from $5,158. The second greatest value UC Irvine apartment is the Plan 5 Model at Turtle Rock Vista Apartment Homes starting at $3,880 with a $2.92 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.
The CarlyleResidence 43BR,2BA$3.36
Turtle Rock Vista Apartment HomesPlan 53BR,2BA$2.92
Axis 2300 Apartments22AA2BR,2.5BA$2.89
Turtle Rock Canyon Apartment HomesPlan D3BR,2BA$3.62
Harvard Cornell Apartment HomesCornell - Plan D3BR,2BA$3.49
Dartmouth Court ApartmentsPlan B1BR,1BA$3.16
Baywood Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$3.32
Park West Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2.92
Parkwood Apartment HomesPlan One1BR,1BA$3.20
Villa Coronado Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$3.58

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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 $2,610.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in UC Irvine?

The cheapest apartment in UC Irvine is Park West Apartment Homes which is listed at $2,325, while the average apartment in UC Irvine costs $4,315.

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 29 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 $310 which is $4,005 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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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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.