Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA from $1,250 (103 Rentals)

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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Villa Sonata Apartments
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Villa Sonata Apartments

1601 Civic Center Dr WSanta Ana, CA 92703
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1401 W. Walnut St.
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1401 W. Walnut St.

1401 W Walnut StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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317 S Flower St
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317 S Flower St

317 S Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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New Hope Property
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New Hope Property

330-332 S Newhope StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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Durant Court
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Durant Court

1507 N Durant StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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549 N Tustin Ave
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549 N Tustin Ave

549 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Cypress Apartments
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Cypress Apartments

210 Cypress AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Waterstone Park
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Waterstone Park

2833 N Bristol StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Bush Court Apartments
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Bush Court Apartments

1407 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Civic Plaza Apartments
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Civic Plaza Apartments

1136 Civic Center DrSanta Ana, CA 92703
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Wilshire Apartments
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Wilshire Apartments

1201-1233 E Wilshire AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Elk Lane Apartments
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Elk Lane Apartments

400 S Elk LnSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Newhope Village
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Newhope Village

315 S Newhope StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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1214 W. Brook St
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1214 W. Brook St

1214 W Brook StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Park Tower
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Park Tower

215 E 15th StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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The Courtyard
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The Courtyard

1415 N Spurgeon StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Villa Portofino
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Villa Portofino

1610 N King StSanta Ana, CA 92706

Genius Ideas and Studio Layout Tips That Maximize Every Square Inch

Transform your studio apartment layout and maximize storage. Get proven ideas from a 20-year property expert to make any small space stylish and functional.

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Borchard Apartments
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Borchard Apartments

1202-1210 E Borchard AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Minnie Apartments
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Minnie Apartments

1414-1422 S Minnie StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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BROADWAY PLAZA
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BROADWAY PLAZA

1610 N BroadwaySanta Ana, CA 92706
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Create a productive work-from-home apartment setup, even in a small space or studio. Discover layout ideas, desk solutions, and organization tips that actually work.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Ana Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Santa Ana?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Santa Ana is under $1,860.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Ana?

The cheapest apartment in Santa Ana is Metro East Senior Park 62+ which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Santa Ana costs $3,927.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santa Ana?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,000 regular apartments in Santa Ana that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Santa Ana?

Cheap apartments in Santa Ana have an average cost of $439 which is $3,488 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Ana.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.