Cheap Homes for Rent in Central OC West of I 5 Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,200 (46 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Central OC West of I 5 area of Santa Ana.

property at 8921 Bishop Ave

$1,185

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$1,185

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$1,185

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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8921 Bishop Ave

WestminsterCA92683
property at 15626 Starboard St

$1,250 - $1,275

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$1,250 - $1,275

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$1,250 - $1,275

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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15626 Starboard St

Garden GroveCA92843
property at 575 Pierpont Dr

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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575 Pierpont Dr

Costa MesaCA92626
property at 2719 Mar Les Ln

$1,600

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$1,600

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4 Bedroom, 4 Bath Home for Rent

Available Apr 1

2719 Mar Les Ln

Santa AnaCA92706

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property at 1820 W Sallie Ln

$1,995

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$1,995

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$1,995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1820 W Sallie Ln, Unit B

1820 W Sallie Ln
AnaheimCA92804
property at 1810 W Sallie Ln

$1,995

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$1,995

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$1,995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1810 W Sallie Ln, Unit E

1810 W Sallie Ln
AnaheimCA92804
property at 1807 W Sumac Ln

$1,995

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$1,995

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$1,995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1807 W Sumac Ln, Unit B

1807 W Sumac Ln
AnaheimCA92804
property at 1803 W Sumac Ln

$1,995

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$1,995

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$1,995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1803 W Sumac Ln, Unit E

1803 W Sumac Ln
AnaheimCA92804
property at 1835 W Crestwood Ln

$1,995

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$1,995

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1835 W Crestwood Ln, Unit 1

1835 W Crestwood Ln
AnaheimCA92804

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property at 12394 Rock Springs Ct

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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12394 Rock Springs Ct, Unit 42

12394 Rock Springs Ct
Garden GroveCA92843
property at 9731 Joyzelle Dr

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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9731 Joyzelle Dr

Garden GroveCA92841

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property at 7322 Cerritos Ave

$2,350

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$2,350

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$2,350

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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7322 Cerritos Ave, Unit 7322

7322 Cerritos Ave
StantonCA90680

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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 Beachview Villa priced from $837. Metro East Senior Park 62+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,309. Here are the most affordable Central OC West of I 5 apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Beachview VillaThe VillaStudio,1BA$837
Metro East Senior Park 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,309
Garden Brook Senior VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,374
Cliff Manor Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,375
Park Stanton Place Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,516
7921 Palin CirStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Acaciawood Village Senior Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,725
1214 W. Brook St1 Bed 1 Bath (Unit E)1BR,1BA$1,750
Beachside Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,750
Caribbean CoveStudioStudio,1BA$1,758

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

As of March 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central OC West of I 5 area is the $2.00 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhouse Model at 17082 Lynn Ln in the in the Bolsa Chica neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Central OC West of I 5 apartment is the 3x1.5 Model at 7891 Stark Dr. starting at $3,300 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Little Saigon 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.
17082 Lynn Ln3 Bedroom Townhouse3BR,2.5BA$2.00
7891 Stark Dr.3x1.53BR,1.5BA$2.36
Villa Pacific TownhomesTownhome2BR,1.5BA$2.10
Magnolia Apartments2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$2.15
Parc DerianVeteran Unit3BR,2BA$1.72
Arrowhead Apartments2+2 Upstairs2BR,2BA$2.19
Arroyo Casa2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$2.14
10442 Lampson Avenue2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.13
Sunrise Palms1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.41
Almont Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central OC West of I 5

What type of rentals are currently available in Central OC West of I 5?

There are currently 4801 Apartments for Rent in Central OC West of I 5, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $11,537. There are also 182 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central OC West of I 5 ranging from $1,275 to $9,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central OC West of I 5?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central OC West of I 5 ranges from $1,275 to $9,950 with an average monthly rent of $4,391.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central OC West of I 5?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central OC West of I 5 range from $1,995 to $11,537, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,350 to $6,475. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,295.

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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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.