Cheap Apartments for Rent in Orange, CA from $900 (184 Rentals)

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Orange Villas
1 Bedroom Apartments

Orange Villas

715-775 N Lemon StOrange, CA 92867
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858 N Olive St
1 Bedroom Apartments

858 N Olive St

858 N Olive StOrange, CA 92867
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237 W Wilson Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

237 W Wilson Ave

237 W Wilson AveOrange, CA 92867
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349 S Lemon St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

349 S Lemon St

349 S Lemon StOrange, CA 92866
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Los Robles
1 Bedroom Apartments

Los Robles

210-224 N Oak StOrange, CA 92867
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Mardi Gras Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mardi Gras Apartments

1475 W Palmyra AveOrange, CA 92868
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Sunrise Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrise Apartments

240 E Taft AveOrange, CA 92865
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Palmyra Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palmyra Villas

1545-1603 W Palmyra AveOrange, CA 92868
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Orchid Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Orchid Gardens

1051 N Glassell StOrange, CA 92867
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The Knolls
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Knolls

3138 E Maple AveOrange, CA 92869
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218 W Wilson Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

218 W Wilson Ave

218 W Wilson AveOrange, CA 92867
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403 W Rosewood Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

403 W Rosewood Ave

403 W Rosewood AveOrange, CA 92866

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Sutter's Mill
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sutter's Mill

1450 E Grove AveOrange, CA 92865
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GEORGIAN
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

GEORGIAN

315 W Lincoln AveOrange, CA 92865
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Casa Flores
1 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Flores

250-280 S Flower StOrange, CA 92868
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property at 707 N Baker St

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1 Bedroom, 0.5 Bath Home for Rent

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707 N Baker St

Santa AnaCA92703

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Orange, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Orange, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/03/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Orange, CA area range in price from $1,100 to $8,435 with an overall median price of $3,808. The three Orange neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Orange Foothills at $1,925, Olive at $1,495, and El Modina at $2,100. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Orange Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Orange Foothills$2,845$1,9256
Olive$2,900$1,49511
El Modina$3,150$2,1003
Orange Park Acres$3,245$1,70022
Old Towne$3,695$1,81877
Old Town Orange$3,995$1,700228
Central OC East of I 5$4,289$1,1001804
Silverado$4,289$1,495203
Uptown Orange$4,655$1,100239
The Block$5,026$1,10034

Cheapest Available Orange Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Orange, CA is a Studio unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ in the City Center neighborhood priced from $1,100. 1031 N Link in the The Canyon neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Orange apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Metro East Senior Park 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,100
1031 N LinkStudio + 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,495
Caribbean CoveStudioStudio,1BA$1,758
Park City ViewOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,775
Mardi Gras Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,795
Santiago Villas Senior Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,800
1021 N. Flower St.Studio - 1021 N. Flower StreetStudio,1BA$1,800
Harmony Creek1x1-5501BR,1BA$1,818
Almont Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,850
City PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$1,855

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orange, CA

As of April 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Orange area is the $2.64 price per square foot B2A Model at 1818 Platinum Triangle in the in the Platinum Triangle neighborhood starting from $3,209. The second greatest value Orange apartment is the B2 Model at Allure starting at $2,930 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the Platinum Triangle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Orange apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1818 Platinum TriangleB2A2BR,2BA$2.64
AllureB22BR,2BA$2.62
Arroyo Casa2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$2.14
The BarkleyPlan 2A2BR,2BA$2.62
Sunrise Palms1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.41
Almont Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.31
Twin Oaks Apartments1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.63
Excelsior Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.53
TUSTIN ARMS APARTMENTS1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.62
Stadium LoftsLofts1BR,1.5BA$2.59

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Orange Overview

" Orange, California is one of the sunniest cities in Southern California, with a preserved Old Town District, plenty of lakes, a university, a small zoo and wildlife sanctuary. It's highly agreeable weather and charming city center has attracted a population of almost 140,000 people. Locals are just as warm and friendly as the weather making Orange an ideal place to settle in to."

Why live in Orange, CA?

If you are considering a move to Southern California, living in Orange apartments is a great place to start. With the warmth of a small city and connections to big metropolitan areas such as Los Angeles, you can have almost the best of both worlds. Orange's rich cultural history and preserved downtown historic area offers a charming place to wander around the areas plethora of antique shops and take in the architecture. With the academic benefits of a university town and the friendliness of a small city, apartments in Orange can make almost anyone feel at home.

Orange, CA
Population: 139,484

Ranked #194

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Orange Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Orange?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Orange is under $1,855.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Orange?

The cheapest apartment in Orange is Metro East Senior Park 62+ which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Orange costs $3,808.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Orange?

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 358 regular apartments in Orange 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 Orange?

Cheap apartments in Orange have an average cost of $969 which is $2,839 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Orange.

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.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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.