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Enzo
$2,854 - $4,840
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Enzo

3100 MartinIrvine, CA 92612
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The Royce
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Royce

3301 Michelson DrIrvine, CA 92612
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Park Newport
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$2,575 - $6,013
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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 $2,395. Toscana has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,404. Here are the most affordable UC Irvine apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park West Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2,395
ToscanaCarraraStudio,1BA$2,404
The RoyceS3Studio,1BA$2,450
Rancho San Joaquin Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2,515
Park NewportWedgeStudio,1BA$2,575

Best Value Apartments for Rent in UC Irvine, CA

As of June 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the UC Irvine area is the $2.89 price per square foot 22AA Model at Axis 2300 Apartments in the in the UC Irvine neighborhood starting from $3,795. The second greatest value UC Irvine apartment is the Residence 1 Model at The Carlyle starting at $3,709 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the UC Irvine 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.
Axis 2300 Apartments22AA2BR,2.5BA$2.89
The CarlyleResidence 12BR,2BA$3.00
Parkwood Apartment HomesPlan Three3BR,2BA$3.11
816 Amigos Way, Unit A816 Amigos Way2BR,2BA$2.71
Turtle Rock Canyon Apartment HomesPlan B2BR,2BA$3.34
Turtle Ridge Apartment HomesPlan 52BR,2BA$3.41
Baywood Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$3.27
Park West Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$3.01
Turtle Rock Vista Apartment HomesPlan 21BR,1BA$3.59
Villa Coronado Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$3.51

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $2,725.

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 $2,395, while the average apartment in UC Irvine costs $5,210.

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 19 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 $343 which is $4,867 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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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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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.