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Metro East Senior Park 62+
2222 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Santa Ana Birch Apartments
422 S Birch StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Garden Court Apartments
300 E Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92701
3661 S Bear St
Santa AnaCA92704
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California Palms Apartments
901 S Harbor BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92704
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First Point Apartments Building 1 & 2
2112-2116 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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11441 Acacia Pkwy
Garden GroveCA92840
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Creekview Senior Community
353 S Tustin StOrange, CA 92866
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Garden Brook Senior Village
10028-10082 Garden Grove BlvdGarden Grove, CA 92844
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Orchid Gardens
1051 N Glassell StOrange, CA 92867
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2175 S Mallul DrAnaheim, CA 92802
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Harmony Creek
1616 E Rock Creek DrOrange, CA 92866
Santa Ana, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Ana?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Santa Ana Studio Apartments | $2,624 | $1,587 | $7,043 |
| Cheap Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,018 | $1,228 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Ana 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,788 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Ana 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,680 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Ana 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,831 | $2,795 | $5,700 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Ana, CA
Pricing Updated: 08/04/2025Current apartment rentals in the Santa Ana, CA area range in price from $1,228 to $29,397 with an overall median price of $4,030. The three Santa Ana neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Pico Lowell at $1,825, Willard at $1,950, and Artesia Pilar at $2,335. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Ana Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pico Lowell | $1,825 | $1,825 | 1 |
| Willard | $2,317 | $1,950 | 10 |
| Artesia Pilar | $2,792 | $2,335 | 12 |
| Bristol | $2,820 | $1,600 | 30 |
| Historic French Park | $2,825 | $1,950 | 1 |
| West Santa Ana Heights | $2,841 | $2,136 | 5 |
| Eastside | $2,875 | $2,500 | 2 |
| Heninger Park | $2,900 | $1,600 | 2 |
| Tustin Foothills | $3,115 | $2,025 | 10 |
| Rosewood Baker | $3,295 | $2,095 | 4 |
Cheapest Available Santa Ana Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Orion in the Orange Park Acres neighborhood priced from $866. Metro East Senior Park 62+ in the City Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,557. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Ana apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Orion | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $866 |
| Metro East Senior Park 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,557 |
| Garden Brook Senior Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,598 |
| Orchid Gardens | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Caribbean Cove | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,681 |
| Harmony Creek | 1x1-550 | 1BR,1BA | $1,767 |
| California Palms Apartments | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,775 |
| Mardi Gras Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Palm Island 55+ Active Senior Community | Antigua | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| City Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA
As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Ana area is the $2.46 price per square foot 22CMS Model at Axis 2300 Apartments in the in the UC Irvine neighborhood starting from $4,010. The second greatest value Santa Ana apartment is the 616 South Fashion Park Street Model at 616 South Fashion Park Street, Unit A starting at $3,300 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Old Towne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Ana apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Axis 2300 Apartments | 22CMS | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.46 |
| 616 South Fashion Park Street, Unit A | 616 South Fashion Park Street | 3BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| Arroyo Casa | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Kenyon Pointe | Floor Plan Patio | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| City Villas | Townhome - 2 Bedrooms 1.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.51 |
| Valley Park | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.62 |
| TUSTIN ARMS APARTMENTS | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Robin Meadows of Garden Grove | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| Sunrise Palms | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| The Orion | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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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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Ranked #50
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2.5Pet 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 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 $1,845.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Ana?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Ana is The Orion which is listed at $866, while the average apartment in Santa Ana costs $4,030.
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 1,266 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 $747 which is $3,283 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Ana.
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