Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santa Ana Heights Neighborhood of Newport Beach, CA from $1,600 (17 Rentals)

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The Arbors
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Arbors

140 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sus Casitas
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sus Casitas

2110 Newport BlvdCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Pine Tree Villa
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Tree Villa

114 E 20th StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Sea Wind Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Wind Apartments

2250 Vanguard WayCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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St. John's Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

St. John's Manor

2031 Orange AveCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Coast Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Coast Apartments

175-181 E 22nd StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
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Santa Ana Heights, Newport Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Santa Ana Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santa Ana Heights area of Newport Beach, CA is a Studio unit found at Eight 80 Newport Beach priced from $1,892. Harbor at Mesa Verde has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,917. Here are the most affordable Santa Ana Heights apartments for rent in Newport Beach, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eight 80 Newport BeachDune I (E1B-S)Studio,1BA$1,892
Harbor at Mesa VerdePlan E1BStudio,1BA$1,917
AtWater CoveThe Bow1BR,1BA$2,099
AVA NewportS1Studio,1BA$2,146
Missions at Back Bay1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana Heights, CA

As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Ana Heights area is the $2.88 price per square foot The Arrowhead Model at Pinecreek Apartments in the in the Cornerstone neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Santa Ana Heights apartment is the 2 Beds / 2 Baths Model at Newport Bay Terrace starting at $2,795 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the UC Irvine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Ana Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pinecreek ApartmentsThe Arrowhead2BR,1.5BA$2.88
Newport Bay Terrace2 Beds / 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2.94
Lux Costa MesaB52BR,2BA$3.83
301 Santa Isabel Ave, Unit 301 Santa Isabel301 Santa Isabel Ave2BR,1BA$4.41
Missions at Back Bay1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.03
Park NewportNewport 1 Renovated1BR,1BA$4.89
291 Avocado St.1x11BR,1BA$3.99
AtWater CoveThe Bow1BR,1BA$3.98
Harbor at Mesa VerdePlan E1BStudio ,1BA$4.40
Eight 80 Newport BeachBalboa (E1A-N)Studio ,1BA$4.89

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Santa Ana Heights, Newport Beach, CA

Ranked #16

Among neighborhoods in Newport Beach, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Ana Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santa Ana Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santa Ana Heights is at Eight 80 Newport Beach listed at $1,751.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Ana Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Ana Heights Apartment is $2,099 at AtWater Cove.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Ana Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Ana Heights is starting from $2,599 at Missions at Back Bay.

What is the most affordable Santa Ana Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Santa Ana Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Newport and starts from $4,858.

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