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Metro East Senior Park 62+
2222 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Center Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $900 (20 Rentals)
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Emerald Terrace Apartments 2
1001 S Lyon StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Santa Ana Arts Collective
1666 N Main StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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First Street
1440 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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511 E Washington Ave
511 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Parc Square Apartments
1330 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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514 E Wellington Ave
514 E Wellington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Tradewinds Apartments
1609 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Cypress Apartments
210 Cypress AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Saddleback Lodge
1649-1655 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Santiago Villas Senior Apartments
939 E 17th StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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George Wright House Apartments
831 N Minter StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Bush Court Apartments
1407 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Studio One Apartments
315 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Park Townhome Apartments
510 E Chestnut AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Elk Lane Apartments
400 S Elk LnSanta Ana, CA 92701
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The Monterey Garden Apartments
1750-1770 Sherry LnSanta Ana, CA 92705
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1905 N Bush St
1905 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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First Point Apartments Building 1 & 2
2112-2116 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Garden Court Apartments
300 E Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92701
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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 | $2,366 | $1,100 | $4,176 |
| City Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,089 | $1,250 | $9,309 |
| City Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,896 | $2,009 | $8,848 |
| City Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,621 | $4,440 | $4,765 |
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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 Metro East Senior Park 62+ priced from $1,100. Warwick Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,904. Here are the most affordable City Center apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro East Senior Park 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Warwick Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,904 |
| The Ponderosa | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| Village Meadows | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| First Street | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2,051 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, CA
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the City Center 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 City Center apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath / 2 Story Model at Emerald Terrace Apartments starting at $2,800 with a $2.75 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Street | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Emerald Terrace Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath / 2 Story | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Nineteen01 | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Park City View | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| Park Magnolia Apartment Homes | 1/1 UB | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 105 Monterey Pines Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| The Ponderosa | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Village Meadows | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Warwick Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Metro East Senior Park 62+ | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap City Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in City Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in City Center is at Metro East Senior Park 62+ listed at $1,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center Apartment is $1,250 at Metro East Senior Park 62+.
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 $2,009 at Metro East Senior Park 62+.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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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.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.