
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central City Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA (482 Rentals)


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Rafferty

Arte West

888 on Main

California Palms Apartments

Artist's Village Apartments

Excelsior Apartments

Villa Del Sol Apartments

Ross Towers

Santiago Villas Senior Apartments
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Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes

Market Lofts DTSA

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Fairview Green

Casa De Porter Apartments

Minnie Apartments

Borchard Apartments

San Tropez

Park Downtown Apartments

Villa Del Sur Apartments

Bush Terrace
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707 N Baker St

2719 Mar Les Ln

30 Undisclosed Address, Unit Studio

411 W Chestnut Ave, Unit B

30 Undisclosed Address, Unit Main House

2302 W Flora St

2302 W Flora St

1311 S Ross St

1401 N Flower St

2230 S Hickory St
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210 N Spurgeon St

George Wright House Apartments

The Spectrum

Parc Square Apartments

1214 W. Brook St

Oak Street Apartments

411-413 E Chestnut Ave

406 W Washington Ave

425-427 W Washington Ave

Pine Street Apartments

1311-1315 S Main St

Spurgeon Street Apartments

1718 Evergreen St

1131 Highland St

1422 College Ave

313-317 S Broadway

1045 W 3rd St

1102 S Minnie St

604 S Van Ness Ave

1401 S Standard Ave
Central City, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central City Studio Apartments | $2,667 | $1,695 | $5,312 |
Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,544 | $1,275 | $5,423 |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,226 | $1,800 | $7,749 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,095 | $2,492 | $3,495 |
| Central City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,762 | $2,762 | $2,762 |
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Largest Available Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Central City area of Santa Ana, CA is found at Rafferty and is listed at 1,028 square feet priced from $3,312. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rafferty | A16 | 1,028 Sq Ft | $3,312 |
| Garden View Apartments | 1x1 Downstairs | 846 Sq Ft | $2,175 |
| Arte West | A4 | 844 Sq Ft | $2,582 |
| Market Lofts DTSA | 1 Bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $2,850 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 750 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| The Imperial Apartments | 1+1 AAA | 720 Sq Ft | $2,350 |
| Borchard Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 700 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
| Pacific Woods Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 700 Sq Ft | $2,185 |
| Santiago Villas Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 685 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
| Cherry Creek Apartments | Plan 1 | 680 Sq Ft | $2,405 |
Cheapest Available Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Central City of Santa Ana, CA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath (Unit E) Model starting from $1,750 at 1214 W. Brook St. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central City is currently $2,544. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1214 W. Brook St | 1 Bed 1 Bath (Unit E) | $1,750 |
| Minnie Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,800 |
| Santiago Villas Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,800 |
| Borchard Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $1,800 |
| Park Tower | One Bedroom | $1,825 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | $1,900 |
| Park Downtown Apartments | 1x1 | $2,015 |
| Bush Terrace | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Plan C | $2,050 |
| Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | $2,073 |
| Villa Del Sur Apartments | 11B | $2,095 |
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Ranked #46
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central City, Santa Ana, CA
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
Gerald P. Carr Intermediate
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Central City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central City with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Central City is at 1214 W. Brook St listed at $1,750.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Central City Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Central City is $2,544.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Central City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central City is a 1,028 square feet unit starting from $3,312 at Rafferty.
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