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New Hope Property
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

New Hope Property

330-332 S Newhope StSanta Ana, CA 92704

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317 S Flower St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

317 S Flower St

317 S Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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La Placita Cinco
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

La Placita Cinco

2239 W 5th StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Wilshire Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Wilshire Apartments

1201-1233 E Wilshire AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Santa Ana Arts Collective
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Ana Arts Collective

1666 N Main StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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City Gardens Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

City Gardens Apartments

2901 N Bristol StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Villa Sonata Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Sonata Apartments

1601 Civic Center Dr WSanta Ana, CA 92703
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1401 W. Walnut St.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1401 W. Walnut St.

1401 W Walnut StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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511 E Washington Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

511 E Washington Ave

511 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Parc Square Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Parc Square Apartments

1330 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Walnut Street Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Street Apartments

1622-1658 W Walnut StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Durant Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Durant Court

1507 N Durant StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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549 N Tustin Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

549 N Tustin Ave

549 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Highland Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Apartments

1116-1120 Highland StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Cypress Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress Apartments

210 Cypress AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Saddleback Lodge
Studio Apartments

Saddleback Lodge

1649-1655 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Waterstone Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Waterstone Park

2833 N Bristol StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Studio One Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Studio One Apartments

315 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Bush Court Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bush Court Apartments

1407 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Elk Lane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elk Lane Apartments

400 S Elk LnSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1905 N Bush St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1905 N Bush St

1905 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Newhope Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newhope Village

315 S Newhope StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Garden Court Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Court Apartments

300 E Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1214 W. Brook St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1214 W. Brook St

1214 W Brook StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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The Courtyard
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Courtyard

1415 N Spurgeon StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Villa Portofino
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Portofino

1610 N King StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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1021 N. Flower St.
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1021 N. Flower St.

1021 N Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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The Village Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Village Apartments

521 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Ana, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/07/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Santa Ana, CA area range in price from $1,100 to $11,537 with an overall median price of $3,876. The three Santa Ana neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Historic French Park at $1,900, West Santa Ana Heights at $2,377, and Artesia Pilar at $1,850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Ana Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Historic French Park$1,950$1,9002
West Santa Ana Heights$2,745$2,3774
Artesia Pilar$2,825$1,85013
Bristol$2,850$2,21065
Willard$2,885$1,9685
Rosewood Baker$3,195$3,1951
Eastside$3,200$1,8452
South Harbor$3,284$1,75018
Townsend Raitt$3,495$1,800170
Windsor Village North$3,495$1,75099

Cheapest Available Santa Ana Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Ana, CA is a Studio unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ in the City Center neighborhood priced from $1,309. Garden Brook Senior Village in the Little Saigon neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,374. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Ana apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Metro East Senior Park 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,309
Garden Brook Senior VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,374
Cliff Manor Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,375
1214 W. Brook St1 Bed 1 Bath (Unit E)1BR,1BA$1,750
Caribbean CoveStudioStudio,1BA$1,758
Newhope Pines Apartments1 Bedroom/1Bath1BR,1BA$1,795
Mardi Gras Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,795
Santiago Villas Senior Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,800
1021 N. Flower St.Studio - 1021 N. Flower StreetStudio,1BA$1,800
San TropezThe Biscay1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA

As of March 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Ana area is the $2.47 price per square foot Plan E Model at Tustin Cottages in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $4,185. The second greatest value Santa Ana apartment is the 16584 Lorelei Ln Model at 16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House starting at $3,650 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tustin CottagesPlan E3BR,2.5BA$2.47
16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House16584 Lorelei Ln2BR,2.5BA$2.43
Parc DerianVeteran Unit3BR,2BA$1.72
Waterstone Garden2x2 Flat2BR,2BA$2.33
Pinewood Villas Apartments2 Bedroom/ 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.26
Arroyo Casa2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$2.14
FairhavenPlan 2A2BR,2BA$2.33
10442 Lampson Avenue2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.29
Sunrise Palms1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.41
Newhope Pines Apartments1 Bedroom/1Bath1BR,1BA$2.46

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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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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 $1,850.

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

The cheapest apartment in Santa Ana is Cliff Manor Apartments which is listed at $1,375, while the average apartment in Santa Ana costs $3,876.

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 1,374 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 $363 which is $3,513 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Ana.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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