
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central City Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA (475 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

Bentley Parke

Excelsior Apartments

Villa Del Sol Apartments
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Fairview Green

Santa Ana Birch Apartments

River House Apartments

Villa Del Sur Apartment Homes

San Tropez

Ross Towers

Flower Terrace

Bush Terrace

1506 W Anahurst Pl
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401-403 S Garnsey St, Unit 401

1512 W 5th St, Unit 1512

George Wright House Apartments

The Spectrum

1214 W. Brook St

1401 S Standard Ave

1105-1109 S Minnie St

1013 S Standard Ave

1806 N Spurgeon St

Pacific Avenue Apartments
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517 N Minter St

1104 French St

814-816 French St

802 S Townsend Ave

825-8251/2 E 3rd St

Spurgeon Street Apartments

402 S Maple St

332-334 E Pine St

725 Garfield St

3322 W Camille St
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1214 N Lacy St

1226 W Brook St

610-612 S Van Ness Ave

1148 W Civic Center Dr

420 S Garnsey St

730-& 740 E 17th St

1428 French St

1030 S Minnie St

1206-1208 N Van Ness

215 S Birch 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 | $2,438 | $1,475 | $4,176 |
Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,784 | $1,725 | $9,683 |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,376 | $2,300 | $9,381 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,158 | $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 1,036 square feet priced from $3,212. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rafferty | A17 | 1,036 Sq Ft | $3,212 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 750 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| The Imperial Apartments | 1+1 AAA | 720 Sq Ft | $2,350 |
| Pacific Woods Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath D Location | 700 Sq Ft | $2,185 |
| Birchwood Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 693 Sq Ft | $2,050 |
| Ross Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 682 Sq Ft | $1,725 |
| Cherry Creek Apartments | Plan 1 | 680 Sq Ft | $2,405 |
| 888 on Main | A2B | 678 Sq Ft | $2,497 |
| Fairview Green | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 675 Sq Ft | $2,167 |
| River House Apartments | 11C | 671 Sq Ft | $2,415 |
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 Model starting from $1,725 at Ross Towers. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central City is currently $2,784. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Ross Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,725 |
| Park City View | One Bedroom | $1,850 |
| Santa Ana Birch Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | $1,860 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | $1,950 |
| Park Downtown Apartments | 1x1 | $2,015 |
| Flower Terrace | One Bedroom | $2,044 |
| Birchwood Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | $2,050 |
| BROADWAY PLAZA | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (B) | $2,100 |
| 1604-1608 Parton Street | One Bedroom | $2,125 |
| Villa Del Sol Apartments | 11B | $2,150 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral City, Santa Ana, CA
Ranked #46
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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 Ross Towers listed at $1,725.
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 $2,784.
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 1,036 square feet unit starting from $3,212 at Rafferty.
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