Cheap Apartments for Rent in the UC Irvine Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $1,400 (15 Rentals)

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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 Ambrose Apartment Homes priced from $2,485. Harvard Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,575. Here are the most affordable UC Irvine apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ambrose Apartment HomesPlan AStudio,1BA$2,485
Harvard Manor1 Bedroom, 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$2,575
The RoyceS4Studio,1BA$2,595
Park NewportBalboa 11BR,1BA$2,599
Park Place Apartment HomesPlan 1Studio,1BA$2,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in UC Irvine, CA

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the UC Irvine area is the $3.23 price per square foot Residence 4 Model at The Carlyle in the in the UC Irvine neighborhood starting from $4,950. The second greatest value UC Irvine apartment is the Harvard - Plan B Model at Harvard Cornell Apartment Homes starting at $3,595 with a $3.49 price per square foot in the Turtle Ridge 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$3.23
Harvard Cornell Apartment HomesHarvard - Plan B2BR,2BA$3.49
Berkeley-Columbia Court ApartmentsColumbia - Plan D2BR,2BA$3.57
Newport Bay Terrace2 Beds / 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2.94
Park NewportNewport 1 Renovated1BR,1BA$4.89
The Residences on JamboreeA1A1BR,1BA$3.87
Newport Bluffs Apartment VillageResidencia - Plan 21BR,1BA$4.37
Park Place Apartment HomesPlan 1Studio ,1BA$4.14
The RoyceS3Studio ,1BA$4.82
Ambrose Apartment HomesPlan AStudio ,1BA$4.93

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Uc Irvine, Irvine, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap UC Irvine Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in UC Irvine?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in UC Irvine is at Ambrose Apartment Homes listed at $2,485.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom UC Irvine Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom UC Irvine Apartment is $2,549 at Park Newport.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom UC Irvine Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in UC Irvine is starting from $2,795 at Newport Bay Terrace.

What is the most affordable UC Irvine Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap UC Irvine Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Newport Bluffs Apartment Village and starts from $4,630.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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