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Metro East Senior Park 62+
2222 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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901 S Harbor BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92704
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San Tropez
2800 W 17th StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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422 S Birch StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1111 Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92703
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
First Point Apartments Building 1 & 2
2112-2116 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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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 |
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| Cheap Santa Ana Studio Apartments | $2,603 | $1,587 | $6,625 |
| Cheap Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,066 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Ana 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,828 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Ana 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,328 | $2,933 | $7,230 |
| Cheap Santa Ana 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,498 | $2,795 | $4,700 |
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Santa Ana, CA Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Ana, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/02/2025Current apartment rentals in the Santa Ana, CA area range in price from $1,000 to $13,900 with an overall median price of $3,938. The three Santa Ana neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Heninger Park at $1,850, Willard at $1,985, and Artesia Pilar at $2,035. 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 |
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| Heninger Park | $1,850 | $1,850 | 1 |
| Willard | $2,622 | $1,985 | 9 |
| Artesia Pilar | $2,760 | $2,035 | 7 |
| Riverview West | $2,792 | $1,810 | 4 |
| Santa Anita Park | $2,792 | $2,192 | 4 |
| Bristol | $2,820 | $1,850 | 33 |
| Historic French Park | $2,825 | $1,950 | 1 |
| North Harbor | $2,865 | $1,810 | 27 |
| Tustin Foothills | $2,917 | $1,900 | 15 |
| Casa Bonita | $3,070 | $1,691 | 76 |
Cheapest Available Santa Ana Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ in the City Center neighborhood priced from $1,557. Garden Brook Senior Village in the Central OC West of I 5 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,598. 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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| Metro East Senior Park 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,557 |
| Garden Brook Senior Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,598 |
| Caribbean Cove | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,681 |
| Warwick Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,706 |
| Beechwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Santa Ana Birch Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Crystal View | Studio (A) | Studio,1BA | $1,887 |
| Las Casas Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Portofino Apartments | Studio Apartment Home with Full Kitchen and Bat... | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA
As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Ana area is the $2.17 price per square foot 616 S Fashion Park St Model at 616 S Fashion Park St, Unit A in the in the Old Towne neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value Santa Ana apartment is the B2D Model at 1818 Platinum Triangle starting at $3,280 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Platinum Triangle 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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| 616 S Fashion Park St, Unit A | 616 S Fashion Park St | 3BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| 1818 Platinum Triangle | B2D | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| 1002 Mission Dr, Unit D | 1002 Mission Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.46 |
| 213 W Washington Ave, Unit 213 W Washington Ave | 213 W Washington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Tres Vidas Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| Kenyon Pointe | Floor Plan Up | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| Valley Park | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.53 |
| Arroyo Casa | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Sunrise Palms | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Newhope Pines Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
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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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2.5Pet Friendly
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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 $1,895.
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 $1,557, while the average apartment in Santa Ana costs $3,938.
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 501 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 $332 which is $3,606 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Ana.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.