
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bristol Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $900 (137 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bristol area of Santa Ana.


Ross Towers

Santa Ana Birch Apartments

Park Downtown Apartments

River House Apartments

Villa Del Sur Apartment Homes

Archways Santa Ana

1101 N. Flower St.

The Regent

Ross Commons
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2016 Civic Center Dr W

1905 W Myrtle St

929 S Townsend St

935 W Bishop St

1210-1214 S Pacific Ave

1030 Santa Ana Blvd

1125 W Brook St

1202 N Van Ness Ave

809 S Townsend St

617-619 W Lime St
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1066 W 1st St

Parton Apartments

1509 N Van Ness Ave

First and Pacific Townhomes

406 W Washington Ave

927-931 W Bishop St

Parton Arms

Regency Villas

1501 N Van Ness Ave

1206-1208 N Van Ness
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1121 S Poplar St

West Bishop Apartments

1505 N Van Ness Ave

Parton Place

1027 N Parton St

1901-1903 W Washington Ave

1131 Highland St

722 S Raitt St

425-427 W Washington Ave

1041-1043 W Bishop St
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Arroyo Apartments

806 S Townsend St

821 S Townsend St

1143 S Poplar St

1046 W 17th St

805 S Townsend St

802 S Raitt St

1629 Civic Center Dr W

Flower Street Apartments

820-822 W Washington Ave
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Bristol, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bristol?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Studio Apartments | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,695 |
| Bristol 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,231 | $2,000 | $2,360 |
| Bristol 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,868 | $2,395 | $3,155 |
| Bristol 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,492 | $2,492 | $2,492 |
| Bristol 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,762 | $2,762 | $2,762 |
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There are currently 137 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Bristol Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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Cheapest Available Bristol Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bristol area of Santa Ana, CA is a Studio unit found at 1021 N. Flower St. priced from $1,700. 1214 W. Brook St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Bristol apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1021 N. Flower St. | Studio - 1021 N. Flower Street | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 1214 W. Brook St | 1 Bed 1 Bath (Unit E) | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 710 W. Washington Ave. | Studio - 710 W Washington Ave | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| Park Downtown Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,015 |
| Villa Del Sur Apartment Homes | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Villa Del Sol Apartments | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $2,220 |
| The Regent | 2Bed, 2Ba | 2BR,2BA | $2,395 |
| Archways Santa Ana | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2,492 |
| River House Apartments | 21C | 2BR,1BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bristol, CA
As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bristol area is the $2.74 price per square foot 2Bed, 2Ba Model at The Regent in the in the Bristol neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Bristol apartment is the 22B Model at River House Apartments starting at $2,880 with a $3.42 price per square foot in the Bristol neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bristol apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Regent | 2Bed, 2Ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| River House Apartments | 22B | 2BR,2BA | $3.42 |
| Villa Del Sol Apartments | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| Park Downtown Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 1214 W. Brook St | 1 Bed 1 Bath (Unit E) | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Villa Del Sur Apartment Homes | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bristol Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bristol?
The cheapest apartment in Bristol is 1214 W. Brook St which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Bristol costs $2,850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bristol?
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 2 regular apartments in Bristol that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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