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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: July 07, 2025

There are currently 6326 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Ana, CA that range in price from $733 to $10,000. 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 5820$2,761$733
South Coast Metro362$2,897$1,557
Delhi252$2,994$1,557
Lyon Street222$3,040$1,557
Wilshire Square211$3,107$1,691
French Court210$2,368$733
Madison Park208$3,100$1,557
Santa Ana Triangle204$2,315$733
Meredith Parkwood196$2,185$733
Portola Park195$2,190$733

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 $3,583. Broadstone Atlas in the South Main neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,133 square feet and currently listed start at $3,411. 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$3,583
Broadstone AtlasThe Endurance1,133 Sq Ft$3,411
Axis 2300 Apartments12B1,100 Sq Ft$3,395
Pinnacle at MacArthur PlaceChopin1,062 Sq Ft$2,927
RaffertyA18L1,047 Sq Ft$3,502
AurumA3 Loft1,016 Sq Ft$5,565
Gateway Apartment HomesPlan 13973 Sq Ft$2,945
Nineteen011 Bed / 1 Bath967 Sq Ft$2,402
The Row at Red HillA10915 Sq Ft$3,765
Elements1B811 Sq Ft$3,018

Cheapest Available Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 07, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Ana, CA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $733 at The Orion in the Orange Park Acres 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 $2,950. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Ana:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Orion1 Bedroom$733
Metro East Senior Park 62+1 Bedroom$1,557
BROADWAY PLAZAStudio (A)$1,650
Warwick SquareA$1,706
1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP1BR/1.0BA$1,895
Portofino ApartmentsStudio Apartment Home with Full Kitchen and Bat...$1,895
Caribbean Cove1 Bedroom/1Bath$1,945
Bush Terrace1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Plan C$1,950
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA$1,950
Washington Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Plan D$1,950

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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 #47

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 The Orion listed at $733.

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 $2,950.

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 $3,583 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 500 sq ft.

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