
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Walnut Village Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $500 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Walnut Village area of Irvine.


Windrow Apartments

2936 Ballesteros Ln

155 Pinewood Apartments

112 Pacific Pointe Apartments

Casa Cortez Apartments
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1762 San Juan St, Unit 15

Briarwood Apartments

Axiom Tustin

Waterstone Garden

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McFadden Village Apartments
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Nogal Feliz

Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes

13722 Red Hill Ave
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Walnut Village, Irvine, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Walnut Village?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Village Studio Apartments | $2,451 | $1,890 | $3,980 |
| Walnut Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,941 | $2,025 | $4,660 |
| Walnut Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,465 | $2,600 | $6,869 |
| Walnut Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,045 | $3,530 | $5,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Walnut Village Neighborhood of Irvine, CA.
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Cheapest Available Walnut Village Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Walnut Village area of Irvine, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Casa Cortez Apartments priced from $2,025. Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,055. Here are the most affordable Walnut Village apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes | Castilian A | 1BR,1BA | $2,055 |
| Waterstone Garden | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| 147 Terra at Tustin | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Ulta | 1BR,1BA | $2,225 |
| Walnut East | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walnut Village, CA
As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Walnut Village area is the $3.19 price per square foot Plan E1 Model at Solana Apartment Homes in the in the Lower Pete's Canyon neighborhood starting from $4,335. The second greatest value Walnut Village apartment is the Plan 2 Model at San Remo Villa Apartment Homes starting at $2,780 with a $3.02 price per square foot in the Walnut Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Walnut Village apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solana Apartment Homes | Plan E1 | 3BR,2BA | $3.19 |
| San Remo Villa Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| 14101 Browning | 1bd1ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Waterstone Garden | 1+1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Briarwood Apartments | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Casa Cortez Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 1762 San Juan St, Unit 15 | 1762 San Juan St | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 147 Terra at Tustin | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Ulta | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Walnut East | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes | Castilian A | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Walnut Village, Irvine, and the greater Irvine area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Walnut Village Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Walnut Village?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Walnut Village is under $2,370.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Walnut Village?
The cheapest apartment in Walnut Village is Casa Cortez Apartments which is listed at $2,025, while the average apartment in Walnut Village costs $3,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Walnut Village?
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 82 regular apartments in Walnut Village 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 Walnut Village?
Cheap apartments in Walnut Village have an average cost of $730 which is $3,265 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Walnut Village.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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.

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