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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Research Park Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $1,400 (22 Rentals)
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$2,330 - $3,4001 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Harvard Manor
21 California AveIrvine, CA 92612
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$2,360 - $5,440
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$2,354 - $5,434
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Ambrose Apartment Homes
100-265 Amherst AisleIrvine, CA 92612
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$2,410 - $5,7251 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Park West Apartment Homes
3883 Parkview LnIrvine, CA 92612
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$2,411 - $3,281Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Toscana
35 Via LuccaIrvine, CA 92612
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$2,415 - $5,780
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$2,409 - $5,774
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Harvard Cornell Apartment Homes
146 BerkeleyIrvine, CA 92612
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$2,445 - $4,980
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$2,439 - $4,974
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Berkeley-Columbia Court Apartments
307 BerkeleyIrvine, CA 92612
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$2,450 - $6,230
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$2,444 - $6,224
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Villa Siena Apartment Homes
25 Palatine RdIrvine, CA 92612
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$2,550 - $6,300Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Park Place Apartment Homes
3395 Michelson DrIrvine, CA 92612
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$2,550 - $4,840
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$2,544 - $4,834
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Rancho San Joaquin Apartment Homes
20 PergolaIrvine, CA 92612
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$2,597 - $5,174
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$2,562 - $5,139
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Enzo
3100 MartinIrvine, CA 92612
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$2,615 - $6,6651 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Turtle Ridge Apartment Homes
100 Turtle Crest DrIrvine, CA 92603
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$2,650 - $4,695
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$2,644 - $4,689
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Stanford Court Apartments
1100 StanfordIrvine, CA 92612
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The Royce
3301 Michelson DrIrvine, CA 92612
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$2,208 - $2,825
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$2,125 - $2,742
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$2,208 - $2,825
Missions at Back Bay
1330 SE Bristol StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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$2,372 - $5,101
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Park Newport
1 Park NewportNewport Beach, CA 92660
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$2,500 - $3,6001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Vercanta Newport Beach
1561 Mesa DrNewport Beach, CA 92660
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$2,595 - $3,0951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Newport Bay Terrace
1691 Mesa DrNewport Beach, CA 92660
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$2,650
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20141 Orchid St, Unit Orchid
20141 Orchid StNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Monticello West Apartments
20342 Santa Ana AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Orange Bungalows
2666 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Westview Apartments
737-741 Amigos WayNewport Beach, CA 92660
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University Research Park, Irvine, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Research Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| University Research Park Studio Apartments | $2,950 | $2,360 | $4,295 |
| University Research Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,585 | $2,208 | $7,690 |
| University Research Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,408 | $2,575 | $10,000+ |
| University Research Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,911 | $3,725 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available University Research Park Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Research Park area of Irvine, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Harvard Manor priced from $2,330. Park Newport has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,372. Here are the most affordable University Research Park apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Harvard Manor | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2,330 |
| Park Newport | Wedge | Studio,1BA | $2,372 |
| Park West Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,410 |
| Toscana | Sienna | Studio,1BA | $2,411 |
| Harvard Cornell Apartment Homes | Cornell - Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,415 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Research Park, CA
As of March 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Research Park area is the $3.19 price per square foot Plan 6 Model at Bordeaux Apartment Homes in the in the Turtle Rock neighborhood starting from $5,580. The second greatest value University Research Park apartment is the Residence 4 Model at The Carlyle starting at $5,158 with a $3.36 price per square foot in the UC Irvine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Research Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Bordeaux Apartment Homes | Plan 6 | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.19 |
| The Carlyle | Residence 4 | 3BR,2BA | $3.36 |
| Park West Apartment Homes | Plan 6 | 3BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Axis 2300 Apartments | 22AA | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.83 |
| Harvard Cornell Apartment Homes | Cornell - Plan D | 3BR,2BA | $3.88 |
| Fairway at Big Canyon | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Dartmouth Court Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| Missions at Back Bay | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Newport Bay Terrace | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Stanford Court Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Research Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Research Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Research Park is under $2,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Research Park?
The cheapest apartment in University Research Park is Harvard Manor which is listed at $2,330, while the average apartment in University Research Park costs $5,058.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Research Park?
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 62 regular apartments in University Research Park 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 Research Park?
Cheap apartments in University Research Park have an average cost of $439 which is $4,619 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Research Park.
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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.