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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 Harmony Creek in the Old Towne neighborhood priced from $1,007. Garden Brook Senior Village in the Little Saigon neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,374. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Orange County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Harmony Creek1x1-5501BR,1BA$1,007
Garden Brook Senior VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,374
Renaissance Park1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,537
Fullerton Court ApartmentsStudio - SmallStudio,1BA$1,550
3050 E Imperial HwyStudio + 1 BathStudio,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
Apex ApartmentsStudio XSStudio,1BA$1,600
HERITAGE PLAZA1x11BR,1BA$1,635

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orange County, CA

As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Orange County area is the $2.06 price per square foot Townhouse C Model at Cypress Cape Apartments in the in the North of Katella neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Orange County apartment is the 18541 Demion Ln Model at 18541 Demion Ln, Unit C starting at $2,700 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Beach Boulevard 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.
Cypress Cape ApartmentsTownhouse C3BR,2BA$2.06
18541 Demion Ln, Unit C18541 Demion Ln2BR,2BA$1.80
1330 N Blue Gum St, Unit 1330 Suite C1330 N Blue Gum St4BR,2BA$1.74
Villa Pacific TownhomesTownhome2BR,1.5BA$2.16
Magnolia Apartments2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.15
Yorba Linda Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.94
Orange Tree Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.17
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.17
Renaissance Park1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$2.12
Harmony Creek1x1-5501BR,1BA$1.83

Frequently Asked Questions about Orange County

What type of rentals are currently available in Orange County?

There are currently 10863 Apartments for Rent in Orange County, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,007 to $45,000. There are also 976 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Orange County ranging from $840 to $75,000.

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 $840 to $75,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,124.

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 $45,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $39,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.

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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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