
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Center Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,000 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the City Center area of Santa Ana.

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City Center, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Center Studio Apartments | $2,583 | $1,587 | $4,169 |
| City Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,759 | $1,689 | $4,737 |
| City Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,477 | $2,009 | $5,714 |
| City Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,592 | $3,595 | $4,822 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the City Center Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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Cheapest Available City Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Center area of Santa Ana, CA is a Studio unit found at Park City View priced from $1,800. 1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable City Center apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park City View | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| 1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Warwick Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,904 |
| 888 on Main | S5 | Studio,1BA | $2,027 |
| Bush Terrace | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, CA
As of December 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $2.53 price per square foot 16584 Lorelei Ln Model at 16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at 1600-1610 Mabury Street starting at $3,595 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the City Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House | 16584 Lorelei Ln | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.53 |
| 1600-1610 Mabury Street | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| Emerald Terrace Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| Nineteen01 | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Las Fuentes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Park Magnolia Apartment Homes | 1/1 LP | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| The Imperial Apartments | 1+1 AAA | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Village Meadows | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Warwick Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Center Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment is $1,895 at 1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom City Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in City Center is starting from $2,500 at Alders Apartment Company.
What is the most affordable City Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap City Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1600-1610 Mabury Street and starts from $3,595.
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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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