Cheap Apartments for Rent in Newport Beach, CA from $1,000 (59 Rentals)

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Seaview Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Seaview Plaza

2800 Pacific View DrNewport Beach, CA 92660
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404 E Balboa Blvd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

404 E Balboa Blvd

404 E Balboa BlvdNewport Beach, CA 92661
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The Moana
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Moana

711 Lido Park DrNewport Beach, CA 92663
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Bedford Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bedford Apartments

1731 Bedford LnNewport Beach, CA 92660
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Wallace Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wallace Apartments

1915 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Bay Village Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Village Apartments

409 W Bay StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pine Tree Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Tree Villa

114 E 20th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Seashore Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seashore Apartments

19822 Brookhurst StHuntington Beach, CA 92646
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Sus Casitas
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sus Casitas

2110 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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145 East 18th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

145 East 18th

145 E 18th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Trio Apartment Homes
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trio Apartment Homes

879, 887-897 Center StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sea Wind II Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Wind II Apartments

398 Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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The Arbors
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Arbors

140 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sundance West
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sundance West

1990-2002 Maple AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pacific Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Park

1760 Pomona AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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994 Valencia Street
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

994 Valencia Street

994 Valencia StCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Casa Serena Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Serena Townhomes

2045 Wallace AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Bayview Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bayview Apartments

1682 San Joaquin Hills RdCorona Del Mar, CA 92625
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Orange Bungalows
2 Bedroom Apartments

Orange Bungalows

2666 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627

Newport Beach, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newport Beach, CA

Pricing Updated: 11/01/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Newport Beach, CA area range in price from $1,300 to $45,000 with an overall median price of $8,273. The three Newport Beach neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Newport Harbor at $1,948, Santa Ana Heights at $1,940, and Upper Newport Bay at $1,948. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Newport Beach Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Newport Harbor$3,146$1,94812
Santa Ana Heights$3,820$1,94015
Upper Newport Bay$4,708$1,94879
Bayview$4,954$1,948399
Eastbluff$4,982$1,948205
Harbor View$4,982$2,525214
Big Canyon - Harbor View$5,115$2,525217
Bonita Canyon$5,115$2,500217
Harbor Ridge$5,310$2,675119
Newport Coast$5,310$2,67571

Cheapest Available Newport Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Newport Beach, CA is a Studio unit found at Apex Apartments in the Cornerstone neighborhood priced from $1,600. Costa Mirage in the Cornerstone neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Newport Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Apex ApartmentsStudio XSStudio,1BA$1,600
Costa MirageStudioStudio,1BA$1,875
Ponderosa Mobile Estates1 Bedroom + Office1BR,1BA$1,900
AVA NewportS1Studio,1BA$1,940
Eight 80 Newport BeachBalboa (E1A-N)Studio,1BA$1,948
Harbor Village ApartmentsPlan AStudio,1BA$1,995
Casa Victoria Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,995
Newport Village ApartmentsJunior 1 BedroomStudio,1BA$1,999
Pacifica Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Upstairs1BR,1BA$2,075
Monte Sereno Apartments1b/1b1BR,1BA$2,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newport Beach, CA

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Newport Beach area is the $2.56 price per square foot 4150 Patrice Rd Model at 4150 Patrice Rd, Unit Patrice Road in the in the Newport Heights neighborhood starting from $6,795. The second greatest value Newport Beach apartment is the Granada Model at Huntington Vista starting at $3,577 with a $2.56 price per square foot in the Southeast Huntington Beach neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Newport Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4150 Patrice Rd, Unit Patrice Road4150 Patrice Rd5BR,3BA$2.56
Huntington VistaGranada3BR,2.5BA$2.56
Fairway Villas Apartment Homes3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.85
Villa Nova TownhomesTownhome2BR,2.5BA$2.89
Pinecreek ApartmentsThe Arrowhead2BR,1.5BA$2.88
Olive TreeTwo Bedroom 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$2.94
Sea Environment Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.56
Pacifica Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Upstairs1BR,1BA$2.73
Lido Apartments - 241 Avocado St1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.00
Casa Victoria Apartments1 B With Patio1BR,1BA$2.83

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Newport Beach Overview

Home to the scenic harbor of the same name, Newport Beach is a popular locale in the heart of Orange County, California. Known the world over for an abundance of maritime activities as well as gorgeous sweeping water views, this coastal town remains an in-demand zip code. 

Why live in Newport Beach, CA?

Offering a huge assortment of local hot spots ranging from historical sites to eateries, retail shopping to nightlife, Newport Beach apartments are highly sought after for good reason. Offering a casual and relaxed ambiance, this charming city by the sea is also home to numerous public parks and welcoming beaches, truly yielding a California city that lives up to the hype.

Newport Beach, CA
Population: 85,326

Ranked #394

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Newport Beach, CA

Ranked #97

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:
Location, Location, Location!

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Getting Around Newport Beach, CA

Walk Score®

72 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Newport Beach Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Newport Beach?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Newport Beach is under $2,095.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Newport Beach?

The cheapest apartment in Newport Beach is Eight 80 Newport Beach which is listed at $1,970, while the average apartment in Newport Beach costs $8,273.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Newport Beach?

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 508 regular apartments in Newport Beach 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 Newport Beach?

Cheap apartments in Newport Beach have an average cost of $433 which is $7,840 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Newport Beach.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.