Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central OC East of I 5 Neighborhood of Orange, CA from $500 (62 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 Bedroom Apartments

237 W Wilson Ave

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

Palmyra Villas

1545-1603 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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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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317 S Flower St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

317 S Flower St

317 S Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Corona Del Rey
2 Bedroom Apartments

Corona Del Rey

1148 D StCorona, CA 92882
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City Gardens Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

City Gardens Apartments

2901 N Bristol StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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CORONA DE ORO
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

CORONA DE ORO

680 W 2nd StCorona, CA 92882
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The Palms
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Palms

815 Rimpau AveCorona, CA 92879
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1401 W. Walnut St.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1401 W. Walnut St.

1401 W Walnut StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Solaira at Pavilion Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Solaira at Pavilion Park

100 Ridge VlyIrvine, CA 92618
Senior Living
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511 E Washington Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

511 E Washington Ave

511 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Anton Portola
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Anton Portola

100 FountainheadIrvine, CA 92618
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Wilshire Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Wilshire Apartments

1201-1233 E Wilshire AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Durant Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Durant Court

1507 N Durant StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Circle City Villas
2 Bedroom Apartments

Circle City Villas

1085 Circle City DrCorona, CA 92879
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1214 W Brook St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1214 W Brook St

1214 W Brook StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Highland Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Apartments

1116-1120 Highland StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Cypress Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress Apartments

210 Cypress AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Villa Placentia
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Placentia

718 W Center StPlacentia, CA 92870
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Saddleback Lodge
Studio Apartments

Saddleback Lodge

1649-1655 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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549 N Tustin Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

549 N Tustin Ave

549 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Avalon Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon Apartments

14382 Red Hill AveTustin, CA 92780
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Central OC East of I 5, Orange, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central OC East of I 5 Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central OC East of I 5 area of Orange, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ priced from $1,557. The Cooper has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,691. Here are the most affordable Central OC East of I 5 apartments for rent in Orange, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Metro East Senior Park 62+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,557
The Cooper1x1-ch1BR,1BA$1,691
Emeritus Park Senior Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath w/ Patio1BR,1BA$1,700
Warwick SquareA1BR,1BA$1,706
Summerhill Village ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,750
Lakeside Villa1x11BR,1BA$1,795
Grand1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,795
Park Meadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,800
The Pointe at College Place Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,800
Beechwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central OC East of I 5, CA

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central OC East of I 5 area is the $2.14 price per square foot 213 W Washington Ave Model at 213 W Washington Ave, Unit 213 W Washington Ave in the in the Downtown Historic District neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Central OC East of I 5 apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Meadowood Apartments starting at $2,899 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the Gateway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central OC East of I 5 apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
213 W Washington Ave, Unit 213 W Washington Ave213 W Washington Ave2BR,1BA$2.14
Meadowood Apartments3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,2BA$2.52
Milestone Apartments2 Bed 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.36
Kenyon PointeFloor Plan Up2BR,2BA$2.51
Baker Place Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.54
801 S Merrill StTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2.39
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.17
7573 E Camino Tampico, Unit Attached Suite7573 E Camino Tampico1BR,1BA$2.40
Park Meadows ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.41
Lakeside Villa1x11BR,1BA$2.56

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Oc East Of I 5, Orange, CA

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

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Central OC East of I 5, Orange, and the greater Orange 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 rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central OC East of I 5 Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Central OC East of I 5?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central OC East of I 5 is under $1,800.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central OC East of I 5?

The cheapest apartment in Central OC East of I 5 is Metro East Senior Park 62+ which is listed at $1,557, while the average apartment in Central OC East of I 5 costs $10,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central OC East of I 5?

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 79 regular apartments in Central OC East of I 5 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 Central OC East of I 5?

Cheap apartments in Central OC East of I 5 have an average cost of $216 which is $9,784 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central OC East of I 5.

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.