
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central City Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA (480 Rentals)


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Rafferty

888 on Main

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Arte West

California Palms Apartments

Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes

Artists Village Apartments

Villa Del Sol Apartments

Ross Towers

Excelsior Apartments
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Fairview Green

Borchard Apartments

Santa Ana Birch Apartments

Minnie Apartments

River House Apartments

Villa Del Sur Apartment Homes

San Tropez

Flower Terrace
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Bush Terrace

1321 N Durant St

1021 W Bishop St

517 Sunset St

2417 W Stanford St

2230 S Hickory St

210 N Spurgeon St

George Wright House Apartments

The Spectrum

1214 W. Brook St
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Parton Apartments

611 Cypress Ave

220 E Chestnut Ave

615 French St

712 E Pine St

1325 N Bush St

1417 N Ross St

Minnie Street Apartments

833 N Parton St

1202 N Van Ness Ave
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1530 N Van Ness Ave

910 S Townsend St

1137 S Poplar St

921 N Lacy St

1070 W Santa Ana Blvd

1402 College Ave

1413 N Ross St

1130-1138 W Brook St

1504 W 5th St

409 & 415 E. Pine St
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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 | $2,395 | $1,499 | $6,712 |
Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,593 | $1,575 | $6,004 |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,207 | $2,100 | $7,887 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,124 | $2,492 | $3,495 |
| Central City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,762 | $2,762 | $2,762 |
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There are currently 480 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central City Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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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 888 square feet priced from $2,866. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rafferty | A10 | 888 Sq Ft | $2,866 |
| The Imperial Apartments | 1+1 AAA | 720 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| Borchard Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 700 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
| Pacific Woods Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath D Location | 700 Sq Ft | $2,185 |
| Santiago Villas Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 685 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
| The Galleria | 1/1 | 678 Sq Ft | $2,486 |
| River House Apartments | 11C | 671 Sq Ft | $2,410 |
| Artists Village Apartments | 11D | 671 Sq Ft | $2,440 |
| Vintage Woods Apartments | Plan 1 | 660 Sq Ft | $2,185 |
| Sunset Ridge | 1 Bdrm Upstairs | 654 Sq Ft | $2,192 |
Cheapest Available Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Central City of Santa Ana, CA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,775 at Park Tower. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central City is currently $2,593. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Park Tower | One Bedroom | $1,775 |
| 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 Downtown Apartments | 1x1 | $2,015 |
| Flower Terrace | One Bedroom | $2,044 |
| Washington Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Plan D | $2,050 |
| Villa Del Sur Apartment Homes | 11B | $2,095 |
| Villa Del Sol Apartments | 11B | $2,100 |
| California Palms Apartments | 11B | $2,105 |
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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 Park Tower listed at $1,775.
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 $2,593.
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 888 square feet unit starting from $2,866 at Rafferty.
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