
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Historic District Santa Ana, CA from $900 (20 Rentals)
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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 |
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Downtown Historic District Studio Apartments | $2,479 | $1,600 | $4,515 |
Downtown Historic District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,917 | $1,795 | $4,737 |
Downtown Historic District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,671 | $2,145 | $5,714 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Ross Towers priced from $1,795. The Regent has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. 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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Ross Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
The Regent | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
The Imperial Apartments | Studio AA | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
Park City View | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Historic District, CA
As of October 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Historic District area is the $3.35 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Market Lofts DTSA in the in the Downtown Historic District neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Downtown Historic District apartment is the A2 Model at Rafferty starting at $2,661 with a $3.44 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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Market Lofts DTSA | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
Rafferty | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
1101 N. Flower St. | 2BD x 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.46 |
Ross Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
888 on Main | A2B | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
Park Downtown Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
Park City View | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
The Regent | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
Park Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Historic District, Santa Ana, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Historic District, Santa Ana, CA
Martin R. Heninger Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Historic District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Historic District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Historic District is at The Regent listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Historic District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Historic District Apartment is $1,795 at Ross Towers.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Historic District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Historic District is starting from $2,595 at 1101 N. Flower St..
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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