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The Orion
1800 E La Veta AveOrange, CA 92866
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Creekview Senior Community
353 S Tustin StOrange, CA 92866
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Orchid Gardens
1051 N Glassell StOrange, CA 92867
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Harmony Creek
1616 E Rock Creek DrOrange, CA 92866
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1025 N Tustin StOrange, CA 92867
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Palmyra, Richlyn & Fern Gardens Apartments
301 S Glassell StOrange, CA 92866
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Metro East Senior Park 62+
2222 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Caribbean Cove
2175 S Mallul DrAnaheim, CA 92802
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300 E Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92701
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2201 E La Palma AveAnaheim, CA 92806
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1900 E Almont AveAnaheim, CA 92805
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500 N Park Vista StAnaheim, CA 92806
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12811 Garden Grove BlvdGarden Grove, CA 92843
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Orange, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Orange?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Orange Studio Apartments | $2,470 | $1,587 | $7,043 |
| Cheap Orange 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,772 | $1,400 | $8,224 |
| Cheap Orange 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,403 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Orange 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,155 | $2,695 | $6,200 |
| Cheap Orange 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,897 | $2,795 | $3,000 |
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Orange, CA Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Orange, CA
Pricing Updated: 08/04/2025Current apartment rentals in the Orange, CA area range in price from $1,400 to $10,079 with an overall median price of $3,686. The three Orange neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Orange Park Acres at $1,400, Olive at $1,924, and El Modina at $1,650. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Orange Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Park Acres | $2,542 | $1,400 | 24 |
| Olive | $2,630 | $1,924 | 11 |
| El Modina | $2,775 | $1,650 | 4 |
| Santiago Oaks | $2,900 | $1,650 | 1 |
| Silverado | $3,290 | $1,500 | 186 |
| The Block | $3,297 | $2,183 | 19 |
| Orange Foothills | $3,360 | $1,800 | 6 |
| Old Towne | $3,872 | $1,767 | 56 |
| Old Town Orange | $4,195 | $1,400 | 188 |
| Uptown Orange | $4,195 | $1,650 | 203 |
Cheapest Available Orange Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Orange, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Orion in the Orange Park Acres neighborhood priced from $866. Metro East Senior Park 62+ in the City Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,557. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Orange apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Orion | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $866 |
| Metro East Senior Park 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,557 |
| Orchid Gardens | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Caribbean Cove | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,681 |
| Summerhill Village Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Harmony Creek | 1x1-550 | 1BR,1BA | $1,767 |
| Mardi Gras Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Almont Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Park Meadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orange, CA
As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Orange area is the $2.28 price per square foot 616 South Fashion Park Street Model at 616 South Fashion Park Street, Unit A in the in the Old Towne neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Orange apartment is the 2BD/2BA Model at Arroyo Casa starting at $2,350 with a $2.14 price per square foot in the Orange Park Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Orange apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 616 South Fashion Park Street, Unit A | 616 South Fashion Park Street | 3BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| Arroyo Casa | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Milestone Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| City Villas | Townhome - 2 Bedrooms 1.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.51 |
| TUSTIN ARMS APARTMENTS | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Sunrise Palms | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Almont Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 131 S Solana Dr, Unit Apartment | 131 S Solana Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Park Meadows Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| The Orion | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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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.
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Ranked #73
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Orange, CA
Walk Score®
67 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
58 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Orange?
The cheapest apartment in Orange is The Orion which is listed at $866, while the average apartment in Orange costs $3,686.
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 191 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 $623 which is $3,063 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Orange.
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