Apartments for Rent in the Central OC West of I 5 Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA (4,887 Rentals)

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Paloma
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$2,519 - $3,991

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Base Rent$2,519 - $3,991

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Paloma

2727 N Mainplace DrSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Broadstone Atlas
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$2,434 - $4,831

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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Broadstone Atlas

2590 Red Hill AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Rafferty
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$2,340 - $10,007

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Rafferty

401 N Main StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Arte West
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$2,366 - $2,604

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Base Rent$2,366 - $2,604

Total Monthly Price$2,366 - $2,604
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Arte West

3630 Westminster AveSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Nineteen01
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$2,747 - $5,103

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Nineteen01

1901 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Park on First
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$2,470 - $5,701

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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Park on First

100 S Zoo LnSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Broadstone Archive
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$2,540 - $5,791

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Broadstone Archive

1901 E Dyer RdSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Broadstone Arden
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$2,486 - $5,463

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Broadstone Arden

1951 E dyer RdSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Hana Kiki
$2,850

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Base Rent$2,850

Total Monthly Price$2,850
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Hana Kiki

1147 W Memory LnSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Fairview Green
$2,270 - $3,088

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Fairview Green

2613 S Fairview Sreet StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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The Ponderosa
$2,045

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Base Rent$2,045

Total Monthly Price$2,045
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The Ponderosa

2232-2240 E Lenita LnSanta Ana, CA 92705
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California including Central OC West of I 5, Santa Ana, and the greater Santa Ana area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting for your family? this area of town is a leading part of town for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and great education and schools.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to the outdoors is critically important. This section of town is a highly-rated neighborhood for parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

There's good news if you raise furry friends. This residential neighborhood has come to be one of the A-list submarkets for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Central OC West of I 5

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central OC West of I 5 area of Santa Ana, CA?

As of today, September 07, 2026, there are currently 4,887 available Central OC West of I 5 apartments priced from $1,100 to $11,537, with an average monthly rent of $3,118.

How much are Studio apartments in Central OC West of I 5?

There are currently 2,235 Studio Apartments in Central OC West of I 5 with rent ranges from $1,374 to $4,176 with an average price of $2,501.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central OC West of I 5 Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central OC West of I 5 ranges from $1,275 to $10,007 with an average monthly rent of $2,897.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central OC West of I 5 cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central OC West of I 5 range from $1,100 to $7,874. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,500.

How expensive are Central OC West of I 5 Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 950 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central OC West of I 5 on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,995 to $11,537 - averaging $4,274 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.