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property at 707 N Baker St

707 N Baker St

Santa AnaCA92703

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property at 575 Pierpont Dr

575 Pierpont Dr

Costa MesaCA92626

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Cheapest Available Orange County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Orange County, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Orion in the Orange Park Acres neighborhood priced from $866. Victoria Townhouse in the West Anaheim neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Orange County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Orion1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$866
Victoria TownhouseStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Fullerton Court ApartmentsStudio - SmallStudio,1BA$1,550
Metro East Senior Park 62+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,557
Lexington CourtyardStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Parkside La Palma ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
7921 Palin CirStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Garden Brook Senior VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,598
55+ FountainGlen Goldenwest Senior ApartmentsAStudio,1BA$1,636
Orchid Gardens1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orange County, CA

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Orange County area is the $2.03 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms Model at Pacific Breeze Townhomes in the in the Southeast Huntington Beach neighborhood starting from $4,095. The second greatest value Orange County apartment is the 2 bed 2 bath Model at Magnolia Apartments starting at $2,700 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Central OC West of I 5 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Orange County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pacific Breeze Townhomes2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms2BR,2.5BA$2.03
Magnolia Apartments2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.15
Beachside Apartments2BR 2BA2BR,2BA$2.18
Orange Tree Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.17
Broadway Royale Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.25
Arroyo at Baker RanchBR22BR,1BA$2.21
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.17
Almont Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.24
641 Warne St, Unit B641 Warne St1BR,1BA$2.26
The Orion1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.46

Frequently Asked Questions about Orange County

What type of rentals are currently available in Orange County?

There are currently 10858 Apartments for Rent in Orange County, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $48,000. There are also 863 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Orange County ranging from $850 to $69,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Orange County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Orange County ranges from $850 to $69,995 with an average monthly rent of $7,822.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Orange County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Orange County range from $2,006 to $48,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $38,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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.