Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central OC West of I 5 Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $847 (246 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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Santa Ana Arts Collective
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Ana Arts Collective

1666 N Main StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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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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First Street
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

First Street

1440 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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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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Parc Square Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Parc Square Apartments

1330 N Bush StSanta 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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Walnut Street Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Street Apartments

1622-1658 W Walnut StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Durant Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Durant Court

1507 N Durant StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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#32
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

#32

549 N Tustin AveSanta Ana, CA 92705
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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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Waterstone Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Waterstone Park

2833 N Bristol StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Studio One Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom 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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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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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Garden Court Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Court Apartments

300 E Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92701
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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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Park Tower
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Tower

215 E 15th StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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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
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1413 N Spurgeon St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1413 N Spurgeon St

1413 N Spurgeon StSanta Ana, CA 92701

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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 Studio unit found at Garden Brook Senior Village priced from $1,374. Crystal View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Central OC West of I 5 apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Garden Brook Senior VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,374
Crystal View ApartmentsStudio (A/B)Studio,1BA$1,450
Chestnut Place Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,499
Metro East Senior Park 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,560
Park Stanton Place Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,568
anc18361BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,675
Acaciawood Village Senior Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,699
Cliff Manor Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,750
Beachside Apartments1BR/1BA- Upstairs1BR,1BA$1,750
Plaza Peacock1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750

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

As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central OC West of I 5 area is the $2.01 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at First Street in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $2,746. The second greatest value Central OC West of I 5 apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Moonshadow Apartments starting at $2,995 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the Huntington Beach 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.
First Street4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$2.01
Moonshadow Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$2.22
14101 S Euclid St, Unit Apt 4114101 S Euclid St2BR,1BA$1.94
2052Remodeled 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.28
Terrace View West2BR 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.90
Arroyo Casa2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$2.14
7891 Stark Dr.1x11BR,1BA$2.24
Almont Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.31
305 W Guinida1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.24
Plaza Peacock1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.19

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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

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 $1,750.

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 Chestnut Place Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,499, while the average apartment in Central OC West of I 5 costs $2,965.

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 62 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 $243 which is $2,722 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central OC West of I 5.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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

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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.