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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: November 17, 2025

There are currently 5995 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Ana, CA that range in price from $1,300 to $5,380. 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 5704$2,720$1,300
South Coast Metro364$2,850$1,300
Delhi222$2,965$1,557
Lyon Street172$2,850$1,557
Madison Park166$2,987$1,300
Wilshire Square164$2,897$1,300
Sunwood Central136$2,880$2,095
Riverglen130$2,577$1,300
Fisher Park129$2,720$1,300
Mid City129$2,552$1,300

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 $3,883. Astoria at Central Park West in the Westpark neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,119 square feet and currently listed start at $3,918. 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$3,883
Astoria at Central Park WestStanford1,119 Sq Ft$3,918
Gateway Apartment HomesPlan 141,109 Sq Ft$3,225
Pinnacle at MacArthur PlaceChopin1,062 Sq Ft$2,829
RaffertyA171,036 Sq Ft$2,999
Stadium House Apartments12BS991 Sq Ft$2,925
Broadstone ArchiveTHE EPICURE983 Sq Ft$3,236
Renaissance at Uptown OrangeThe Pizarro976 Sq Ft$2,837
Broadstone ArdenThe Elevate976 Sq Ft$3,268
Nineteen011 Bed / 1 Bath974 Sq Ft$2,600

Cheapest Available Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 17, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Ana, CA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,516 at Garden Brook Senior Village in the Little Saigon neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Ana 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Metro East Senior Park 62+ starting at $1,557 in the City Center neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Ana is currently $2,919. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Ana:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Garden Brook Senior VillageOne Bedroom$1,516
Metro East Senior Park 62+1 Bedroom$1,557
Ross Towers1 Bed 1 Bath$1,735
Harmony Creek1x1-550$1,767
Alder Court Apartments1 Bedroom/1Bath$1,800
Orchard Grove ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,835
Caribbean Cove1 Bedroom/1Bath$1,845
1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP1BR/1.0BA$1,895
Warwick SquareA$1,904

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Santa Ana, CA

Ranked #49

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Santa Ana, CA

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Garden Brook Senior Village listed at $1,516.

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 $2,919.

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 $3,883 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 805 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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