1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA (1,078 Rentals)

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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: September 23, 2025

There are currently 4870 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Ana, CA that range in price from $1,350 to $5,580. 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 5576$2,756$1,350
South Coast Metro328$2,988$1,557
Delhi202$3,065$1,557
Lyon Street173$3,020$1,557
Madison Park166$3,113$1,557
Wilshire Square152$3,130$1,691
Sunwood Central124$3,082$2,047
Riverglen118$2,579$1,691
Casa De Santiago113$2,603$1,691
South Coast113$2,904$2,047

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 $3,781. Astoria at Central Park West in the Westpark neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,234 square feet and currently listed start at $4,095. 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$3,781
Astoria at Central Park WestSanta Barbara1,234 Sq Ft$4,095
Axis 2300 Apartments12B1,100 Sq Ft$3,600
RaffertyA161,028 Sq Ft$2,933
AurumA3 Loft1,016 Sq Ft$5,565
Wimbledon GlenThe Burton985 Sq Ft$2,650
Broadstone ArchiveTHE EPICURE983 Sq Ft$3,288
The Row at Red HillA10969 Sq Ft$3,765
Nineteen011 Bed / 1 Bath967 Sq Ft$2,600
Elements1B811 Sq Ft$3,043

Cheapest Available Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 23, 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 Central OC West of I 5 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 $2,975. 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
Garden Court ApartmentsOne Bed$1,691
Mardi Gras Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,795
Villa Barcelona1x1$1,795
Park City ViewOne Bedroom$1,850
Courtyard ApartmentsOne Bed$1,850
Warwick SquareA$1,904
Caribbean Cove1 Bedroom/1Bath$1,945
Santa Ana Ross Tower LLC1 Bed/ 1 Bath$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 #48

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 $2,975.

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 $3,781 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 0 sq ft.

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