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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Historic District Santa Ana, CA from $900 (49 Rentals)
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1401 N Flower St
Santa AnaCA92706
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932 W Highland St, Unit Studio
932 W Highland StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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$1,8001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Santiago Villas Senior Apartments
939 E 17th StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Excelsior Apartments
610 Garfield StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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$1,9501 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Casa De Porter Apartments
512 N Porter StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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$1,983 - $3,155Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
888 on Main
888 N Main StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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411 W Chestnut Ave, Unit B
411 W Chestnut AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Park Downtown Apartments
1054 W Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92703
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$2,1002 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1518 N Broadway, Unit 1
1518 N BroadwaySanta Ana, CA 92706
1021 W Bishop St
Santa AnaCA92703
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$2,325 - $3,1101 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Artist's Village Apartments
300 W 2nd StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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$2,333 - $7,749
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Rafferty
401 N Main StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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$2,395 - $2,4992 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 17
The Regent
1111 Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92703
408 E Civic Center Dr, Unit 302, Unit 302
408 E Civic Center Dr
Santa AnaCA92701
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
317 S Flower St
317 S Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Santa Ana Arts Collective
1666 N Main StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
511 E Washington Ave
511 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
Parc Square Apartments
1330 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
514 E Wellington Ave
514 E Wellington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Durant Court
1507 N Durant StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Tradewinds Apartments
1609 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Highland Apartments
1116-1120 Highland StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Cypress Apartments
210 Cypress AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1 Bedroom Apartments
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 to 1 Bedroom Apartments
Studio One Apartments
315 E Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Park Townhome Apartments
510 E Chestnut AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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2 Bedroom Apartments
1905 N Bush St
1905 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Heninger Village Apartments
200 S Sycamore StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Garden Court Apartments
300 E Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1021 N. Flower St.
1021 N Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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1214 W. Brook St
1214 W Brook StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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BROADWAY PLAZA
1610 N BroadwaySanta Ana, CA 92706
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Park City View
510 N Mortimer StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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The Courtyard
1415 N Spurgeon StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
1413 N Spurgeon St
1413 N Spurgeon StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1 Bedroom Apartments
411 N Eastwood Ave
411 N Eastwood AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Park Tower
215 E 15th StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Park Town Apartments
311-313 E Pine StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
710 W. Washington Ave.
710 W Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92706
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Flower Terrace Senior Community
1401 N Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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The Imperial Apartments
1722 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Birch Manor
319 S Birch StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Washington Terrace Apartments
610 Washington AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
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2 Bedroom Apartments
806 S Broadway
806 S BroadwaySanta Ana, CA 92701
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1101 N. Flower St.
1101 N Flower StSanta Ana, CA 92703
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850 N. Van Ness Ave.
850 Van Ness AveSanta Ana, CA 92701
450 E 4th St, Unit 437, Unit 437
450 E 4th St
Santa AnaCA92701
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Downtown Historic District, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Historic District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Historic District Studio Apartments | $2,699 | $1,695 | $5,312 |
| Downtown Historic District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,985 | $1,614 | $5,423 |
| Downtown Historic District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,813 | $1,800 | $7,749 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Historic District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Historic District area of Santa Ana, CA is a Studio unit found at 1021 N. Flower St. priced from $1,700. 1214 W. Brook St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Downtown Historic District apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 1021 N. Flower St. | Studio - 1021 N. Flower Street | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 1214 W. Brook St | 1 Bed 1 Bath (Unit E) | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Park City View | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Santiago Villas Senior Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Park Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| 710 W. Washington Ave. | Studio - 710 W Washington Ave | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| The Imperial Apartments | Studio AA | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Park Downtown Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,015 |
| BROADWAY PLAZA | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath w/ ADA Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Historic District, CA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Historic District area is the $3.05 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at 1524-1530 N Sycamore St in the in the Downtown Historic District neighborhood starting from $2,745. The second greatest value Downtown Historic District apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Market Lofts DTSA starting at $2,850 with a $3.35 price per square foot in the Downtown Historic District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Historic District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1524-1530 N Sycamore St | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.05 |
| Market Lofts DTSA | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| BROADWAY PLAZA | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath w/ ADA Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Artist's Village Apartments | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Park Downtown Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Rafferty | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $4.21 |
| Park City View | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| 1214 W. Brook St | 1 Bed 1 Bath (Unit E) | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Park Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Historic District, Santa Ana, CA
Martin R. Heninger Elementary
Santa Ana Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-8 (783)
2 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Historic District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Historic District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Historic District is under $2,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Historic District?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Historic District is 1214 W. Brook St which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Downtown Historic District costs $3,640.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Historic District?
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 8 regular apartments in Downtown Historic District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.
Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.