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2222 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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939 E 17th StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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422 S Birch StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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302 S Broadway
302 S BroadwaySanta Ana, CA 92701
708 N Lacy St
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925 Hunter Ave, Unit Detached Front House
925 Hunter AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
1521-1527 N Parton St
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The Regent
1111 Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92703
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216 Cypress Ave
216 Cypress AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1131 W Highland St
1131 W Highland StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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New Hope Property
330-332 S Newhope StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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317 S Flower St
317 S Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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La Placita Cinco
2239 W 5th StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Wilshire Apartments
1201-1233 E Wilshire AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Santa Ana Arts Collective
1666 N Main StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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City Gardens Apartments
2901 N Bristol StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Villa Sonata Apartments
1601 Civic Center Dr WSanta Ana, CA 92703
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1401 W. Walnut St.
1401 W Walnut StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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511 E Washington Ave
511 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Parc Square Apartments
1330 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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514 E Wellington Ave
514 E Wellington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Walnut Street Apartments
1622-1658 W Walnut StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Durant Court
1507 N Durant StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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549 N Tustin Ave
549 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Tradewinds Apartments
1609 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Highland Apartments
1116-1120 Highland StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Cypress Apartments
210 Cypress AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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The Palms at South Coast
1331 W Central AveSanta Ana, CA 92704
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Saddleback Lodge
1649-1655 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Flower Terrace Senior Community
1401 N Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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George Wright House Apartments
831 N Minter StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Waterstone Park
2833 N Bristol StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Bush Court Apartments
1407 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Studio One Apartments
315 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Park Townhome Apartments
510 E Chestnut AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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The Monterey Garden Apartments
1750-1770 Sherry LnSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Elk Lane Apartments
400 S Elk LnSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1905 N Bush St
1905 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Newhope Village
315 S Newhope StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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Heninger Village Apartments
200 S Sycamore StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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First Point Apartments Building 1 & 2
2112-2116 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Garden Court Apartments
300 E Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1409 W. Lingan Lane
1409 W Lingan LnSanta Ana, CA 92704
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The Courtyard
1415 N Spurgeon StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Villa Portofino
1610 N King StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP
1413 N Spurgeon StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1021 N. Flower St.
1021 N Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Alder Court Apartments
225 S Newhope StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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411 N Eastwood Ave
411 N Eastwood AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1214 W. Brook St
1214 W Brook StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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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 | $2,531 | $1,374 | $6,519 |
| Cheap Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,894 | $1,500 | $5,719 |
| Cheap Santa Ana 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,522 | $1,413 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Ana 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,133 | $2,933 | $5,859 |
| Cheap Santa Ana 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Ana, CA
Pricing Updated: 01/21/2026Current apartment rentals in the Santa Ana, CA area range in price from $1,100 to $11,537 with an overall median price of $3,735. The three Santa Ana neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Heninger Park at $1,600, Eastside at $1,895, and Pico Lowell at $1,900. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heninger Park | $1,647 | $1,600 | 1 |
| Eastside | $1,895 | $1,895 | 1 |
| Pico Lowell | $1,900 | $1,900 | 1 |
| Historic French Park | $1,950 | $1,750 | 1 |
| Rosewood Baker | $1,995 | $1,995 | 1 |
| Willard | $2,695 | $1,800 | 17 |
| Artesia Pilar | $2,825 | $2,550 | 11 |
| Bristol | $2,850 | $1,600 | 79 |
| West Santa Ana Heights | $3,349 | $2,429 | 4 |
| French Park Historic District | $3,413 | $1,596 | 36 |
Cheapest Available Santa Ana Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Ana, CA is a Studio unit found at Garden Brook Senior Village in the Little Saigon neighborhood priced from $1,374. Harmony Creek in the Old Towne neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Ana apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Brook Senior Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,374 |
| Harmony Creek | 1x1-550 | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| The Grove Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Caribbean Cove | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,681 |
| Mardi Gras Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Orchard Grove Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,835 |
| 1214 W. Brook St | 1B/1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Palm Island 55+ Active Senior Community | Bermuda | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| Park City View | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA
As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Ana area is the $2.50 price per square foot 16584 Lorelei Ln Model at 16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Santa Ana apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at 1600-1610 Mabury Street starting at $3,595 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the City Center 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House | 16584 Lorelei Ln | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.50 |
| 1600-1610 Mabury Street | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| Pinnacle at MacArthur Place | Plan 2D | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Arroyo Casa | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| 2059 S Nautical St | 2059 S Nautical St | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| TUSTIN ARMS APARTMENTS | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Villa Marseilles Apartments | The Versailles- 1 BD, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 10442 Lampson Avenue | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Sunrise Palms | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Alder Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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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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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 $1,899.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Ana?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Ana is The Grove Senior which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Santa Ana costs $3,735.
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 960 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 $292 which is $3,443 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Ana.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!