Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central OC West of I 5 Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $800 (136 Rentals)

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New Hope Property
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

New Hope Property

330-332 S Newhope StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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317 S Flower St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

317 S Flower St

317 S Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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La Placita Cinco
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Placita Cinco

2239 W 5th StSanta Ana, CA 92703

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City Gardens Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

City Gardens Apartments

2901 N Bristol StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Villa Sonata Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Sonata Apartments

1601 Civic Center Dr WSanta Ana, CA 92703
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1401 W. Walnut St.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1401 W. Walnut St.

1401 W Walnut StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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511 E Washington Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

511 E Washington Ave

511 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Wilshire Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Wilshire Apartments

1201-1233 E Wilshire AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Durant Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Durant Court

1507 N Durant StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Walnut Street Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Street Apartments

1622-1658 W Walnut StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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1214 W Brook St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1214 W Brook St

1214 W Brook StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Highland Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Apartments

1116-1120 Highland StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Cypress Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress Apartments

210 Cypress AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Saddleback Lodge
Studio Apartments

Saddleback Lodge

1649-1655 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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549 N Tustin Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

549 N Tustin Ave

549 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Studio One Apartments
Studio Apartments

Studio One Apartments

315 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Bush Court Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bush Court Apartments

1407 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Civic Plaza Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Civic Plaza Apartments

1136 Civic Center DrSanta Ana, CA 92703
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1905 N Bush St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1905 N Bush St

1905 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Elk Lane Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elk Lane Apartments

400 S Elk LnSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Newhope Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Newhope Village

311 S Newhope StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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The Courtyard
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Courtyard

1415 N Spurgeon StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Villa Portofino
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Portofino

1610 N King StSanta Ana, CA 92706

Central OC West of I 5, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central OC West of I 5 Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central OC West of I 5 area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ priced from $1,557. 7921 Palin Cir has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Central OC West of I 5 apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Metro East Senior Park 62+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,557
7921 Palin CirStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Garden Brook Senior VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,598
Park Stanton PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,598
Bell Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
Caribbean CoveStudioStudio,1BA$1,706
Almont Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,725
Beachside Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,750
Park Plaza Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,780

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central OC West of I 5, CA

As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central OC West of I 5 area is the $2.15 price per square foot 2 bed 2 bath Model at Magnolia Apartments in the in the Uptown Garden Grove neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Central OC West of I 5 apartment is the Studio B Model at The Vivere Lofts starting at $2,830 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the Platinum Triangle neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central OC West of I 5 apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Magnolia Apartments2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.15
The Vivere LoftsStudio BStudio ,1BA$2.43
Kenyon PointeFloor Plan Up2BR,2BA$2.44
La Casitas Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bath (Large)2BR,2BA$2.35
7042 Fenway Dr.2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.45
Park Royal Apartments2BR 1 Bathroom Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.44
Casa de Mesa Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.40
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.17
Almont Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.16
Villa Barcelona1x11BR,1BA$2.39

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Oc West Of I 5, Santa Ana, CA

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Among neighborhoods in Santa Ana, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States, including Santa Ana. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central OC West of I 5 Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Central OC West of I 5?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central OC West of I 5 is under $1,780.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central OC West of I 5?

The cheapest apartment in Central OC West of I 5 is Metro East Senior Park 62+ which is listed at $1,557, while the average apartment in Central OC West of I 5 costs $5,200.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central OC West of I 5?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 83 regular apartments in Central OC West of I 5 that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central OC West of I 5?

Cheap apartments in Central OC West of I 5 have an average cost of $307 which is $4,893 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central OC West of I 5.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.