1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA (1,093 Rentals)

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Paloma
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$2,433 - $2,950
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$2,440 - $4,566
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Paloma

2727 N Mainplace DrSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Rafferty
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$2,340 - $6,146
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$2,340 - $7,756
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Rafferty

401 N Main StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Nineteen01
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$2,481 - $3,065
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$2,627 - $4,768
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Nineteen01

1901 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Fairview Green
$2,122 - $2,208
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Fairview Green

2613 S Fairview Sreet StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

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Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 22, 2026

There are currently 7947 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Ana, CA that range in price from $875 to $6,146. Central OC West of I 5, South Coast Metro and Delhi are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Ana with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Central OC West of I 5892$2,800$875
South Coast Metro587$2,925$1,250
Delhi454$2,973$1,250
Lyon Street422$2,983$1,250
Wilshire Square409$3,008$1,800
Madison Park403$3,008$1,250
South Main326$3,081$1,800
Fisher Park144$2,719$875
Riverglen144$2,647$875
Floral Park140$2,627$875

Largest Available Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Ana, CA is found at Rise in the Platinum Triangle neighborhood and is 1,676 square feet priced from $3,490. Brookhurst Place - I in the Little Saigon neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,051 square feet and currently listed start at $2,800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Ana:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
RiseA.9-L.1/L.21,676 Sq Ft$3,490
Brookhurst Place - I1BD1,051 Sq Ft$2,800
RaffertyA161,028 Sq Ft$3,109
The Vivere LoftsOne Bedroom/Two Bath B1,012 Sq Ft$2,705
Wimbledon GlenThe Burton985 Sq Ft$2,705
Broadstone AtlasThe Endurance983 Sq Ft$3,873
Nineteen011 Bed / 1 Bath974 Sq Ft$2,627
Gateway Apartment HomesPlan 13973 Sq Ft$3,230
Metropolis ApartmentsEdge w Loft963 Sq Ft$3,799
The Row at Red HillA10930 Sq Ft$3,608

Cheapest Available Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 22, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Ana, CA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,250 at Metro East Senior Park 62+ in the City Center neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Ana 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Garden Brook Senior Village starting at $1,516 in the Little Saigon neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Ana is currently $2,863. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Ana:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Metro East Senior Park 62+1 Bedroom$1,250
Garden Brook Senior VillageOne Bedroom$1,516
1214 W. Brook St1 Bed 1 Bath (Unit E)$1,750
Mardi Gras Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,795
Santiago Villas Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$1,800
Borchard Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,800
Minnie Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$1,800
Harmony Creek1x1-550$1,818
Park TowerOne Bedroom$1,825
Alder Court Apartments1 Bedroom/1Bath$1,863

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Santa Ana Overview

The second most-populated city in the center of Orange County, Santa Ana apartments are consistently in-demand thanks to their winning combination of scenery, ideal location and famous California weather. Home to over 300,000 proud residents and a growing economic base, this sunny hot spot has been ranked by Forbes as 'One of America's Top 5 Safest Cities'.

Why live in Santa Ana, CA?

From the amazing California weather to an ever-growing job market, Santa Ana rentals have much to offer both families on the go and working-class young professionals. With an impressive historical district, not to mention plenty in the way of nightlife and famed eateries, this boisterous city is a jewel of the west coast.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Santa Ana Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Ana with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Santa Ana is at Metro East Senior Park 62+ listed at $1,250.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Santa Ana Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Ana is $2,863.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Santa Ana Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Ana is a 1,676 square feet unit starting from $3,490 at Rise.

What is the average size for Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Santa Ana is currently 445 sq ft.

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