
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Central City Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA (434 Rentals)


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Arte West

California Palms Apartments

831 N Parton St, Unit A

3025 W Edinger Ave

1046 W 17th St

212 S Orange Ave

1805 N Bush St

1002-1004 N French St
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1037 W Central Ave

2033 N Bush St

1414 N Broadway

14222 Buena St

805 S Broadway

522 Bewley St

515 E Saint Andrew Pl

1014 W 3rd St

1521 W Santa Ana Blvd

222 Cypress Ave
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918 N Bewley St

626 E 3rd St

1402 Minnie St

422 E Walnut St

Town Square

12692 Morningside Ave

1506 Van Ness Ave

1130 Pacific Ave

1601 S Cedar St

923-925 Standard Ave
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1424 W Dahl Ln

721 S Townsend St

718 S Townsend St

412 E Pine St

1832 W 2nd St

Evergreen Apartments

336 E Pine St

729 S Townsend St

2605 S Baker St

1023 W Central Ave
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Durant Towers

1548 W 1st St

1101 S Minnie St

1101 S Standard Ave

2523 S Baker St

806 S Townsend St

818 N Lacy St

1109 S Standard Ave

Flower Street Apartments

223 Orange Ave
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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 | $2,363 | $1,475 | $4,176 |
| Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,706 | $1,725 | $9,683 |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,377 | $2,300 | $9,181 |
| 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 434 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Central City area of Santa Ana, CA is found at Rafferty and is listed at 568 square feet priced from $2,653. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rafferty | S3 | 568 Sq Ft | $2,653 |
| Arte West | S1.1 | 523 Sq Ft | $2,254 |
| The Imperial Apartments | Studio AA | 446 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| California Palms Apartments | S1B | 386 Sq Ft | $1,920 |
Cheapest Available Central City Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Central City of Santa Ana, CA is the S1B Model starting from $1,920 at California Palms Apartments. The average price for all Studio apartments in Central City is currently $2,363. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| California Palms Apartments | S1B | $1,920 |
| The Imperial Apartments | Studio AA | $1,950 |
| Arte West | S1.1 | $2,254 |
| Rafferty | S1 | $2,533 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral City, Santa Ana, CA
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 Studio Central City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central City with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Central City is at California Palms Apartments listed at $1,920.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Central City Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Central City is $2,363.
What is the largest available Studio Central City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central City is a 568 square feet unit starting from $2,653 at Rafferty.
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