
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University of California Irvine Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $1,495 (12 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University of California Irvine?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of California Irvine Studio Apartments | $2,874 | $2,428 | $4,325 |
| University of California Irvine 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,762 | $2,550 | $8,410 |
| University of California Irvine 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,747 | $3,225 | $10,000+ |
| University of California Irvine 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,218 | $3,950 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University of California Irvine Neighborhood of Irvine, CA.
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Cheapest Available University of California Irvine Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University of California Irvine area of Irvine, CA is a Studio unit found at Park Newport priced from $2,428. Toscana has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,506. Here are the most affordable University of California Irvine apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Newport | Wedge | Studio,1BA | $2,428 |
| Toscana | Sienna | Studio,1BA | $2,506 |
| Parkwood Apartment Homes | Plan One | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
| The Royce | S3.1 | Studio,1BA | $2,595 |
| Villa Coronado Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,815 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University of California Irvine, CA
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the University of California 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 University of California Irvine apartment is the Plan 3 Model at Bordeaux Apartment Homes starting at $4,750 with a $3.41 price per square foot in the Turtle Rock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University of California 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 3 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.41 |
| Turtle Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 8 | 2BR,2BA | $3.61 |
| 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 | $3.67 |
| Parkwood Apartment Homes | Plan One | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Villa Coronado Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University of California Irvine Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University of California Irvine?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University of California Irvine is under $3,410.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University of California Irvine?
The cheapest apartment in University of California Irvine is Parkwood Apartment Homes which is listed at $2,550, while the average apartment in University of California Irvine costs $3,790.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University of California 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 24 regular apartments in University of California 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 University of California Irvine?
Cheap apartments in University of California Irvine have an average cost of $393 which is $3,397 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University of California Irvine.
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