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450 E 4th St

Santa AnaCA92701

City Center, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available City Center Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Center area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ priced from $1,557. Garden Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,691. Here are the most affordable City Center apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Metro East Senior Park 62+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,557
Garden Court ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1,691
Park City ViewOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, CA

As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $2.97 price per square foot 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Nineteen01 in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $3,375. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the A16 Model at Rafferty starting at $2,973 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the Downtown Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Nineteen012 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.97
RaffertyA161BR,1BA$2.89
Emerald Terrace Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.65
LAKE DIANNE1x1 B1BR,1BA$3.04
Las Fuentes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.88
105 Monterey Pines Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.93
Alders Apartment Company1 Bed W/ Private Garage - Downstairs1BR,1BA$3.14
Village MeadowsPlan C1BR,1BA$3.10
Warwick SquareA1BR,1BA$2.92
Garden Court ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$2.60

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
City Center, Santa Ana, CA

Ranked #48

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about City Center

What type of rentals are currently available in City Center?

There are currently 341 Apartments for Rent in City Center, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,557 to $5,714. There are also 7 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in City Center ranging from $1,575 to $5,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in City Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in City Center ranges from $1,575 to $5,300 with an average monthly rent of $3,004.

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.