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property at 5182 Jay St

5182 Jay St

Yorba LindaCA92886

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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 1331 Burwood St in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,200. 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
1331 Burwood St1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,200
Victoria TownhouseStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Park Stanton PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,495
Fullerton Court ApartmentsStudio - SmallStudio,1BA$1,550
Carlyle CourtyardStudio AStudio,1BA$1,550
Metro East Senior Park 62+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,557
Lexington CourtyardStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
7921 Palin CirStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Parkside La Palma ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orange County, CA

As of June 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Orange County area is the $2.15 price per square foot 2 bed 2 bath Model at Magnolia Apartments in the in the Central OC West of I 5 neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Orange County apartment is the 2162 W Brownwood Ave Model at 2162 W Brownwood Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,350 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the West Anaheim 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.
Magnolia Apartments2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.15
2162 W Brownwood Ave, Unit 32162 W Brownwood Ave2BR,1.5BA$1.96
213 W Washington Ave, Unit 213 W Washington Ave213 W Washington Ave2BR,1BA$2.14
Villa Del Rey2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Plan E2BR,2BA$2.16
Beachside Apartments2BR 2BA2BR,2BA$2.18
Orange Tree Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.17
1130 S Walnut St2x22BR,2BA$1.85
1331 Burwood St1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.26
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.17
Almont Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.16

Frequently Asked Questions about Orange County

What type of rentals are currently available in Orange County?

There are currently 10887 Apartments for Rent in Orange County, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $48,000. There are also 896 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Orange County ranging from $900 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 $900 to $69,995 with an average monthly rent of $7,826.

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 $1,000 to $38,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,100.

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.