
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairhaven Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $900 (51 Rentals)
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Santa Ana Birch Apartments

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The Regent
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Fairhaven, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairhaven?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairhaven Studio Apartments | $2,429 | $1,587 | $4,169 |
| Fairhaven 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,652 | $1,413 | $4,737 |
| Fairhaven 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,299 | $1,800 | $6,085 |
| Fairhaven 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,280 | $3,495 | $5,181 |
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There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairhaven Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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Cheapest Available Fairhaven Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairhaven area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Harmony Creek priced from $1,413. Metro East Senior Park 62+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,557. Here are the most affordable Fairhaven apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harmony Creek | 1x1-550 | 1BR,1BA | $1,413 |
| Metro East Senior Park 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,557 |
| Ross Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,735 |
| Park City View | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| The Regent | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| 1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Warwick Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,904 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Park Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairhaven, CA
As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairhaven area is the $2.75 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2.0 Bath Model at Nineteen01 in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $4,145. The second greatest value Fairhaven 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 Fairhaven apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nineteen01 | 3 Bed / 2.0 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 1600-1610 Mabury Street | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| La Veta Grand | Remodeled with W/D 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| TUSTIN ARMS APARTMENTS | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Arroyo Casa | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Fairhaven | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Las Casas Apartments | Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Ross Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Harmony Creek | 1x1-550 | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Fairhaven Neighborhood in Santa Ana, CA
Walk Score®
61 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairhaven Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairhaven?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairhaven is under $1,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairhaven?
The cheapest apartment in Fairhaven is Harmony Creek which is listed at $1,413, while the average apartment in Fairhaven costs $4,467.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairhaven?
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 26 regular apartments in Fairhaven that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Fairhaven?
Cheap apartments in Fairhaven have an average cost of $184 which is $4,283 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairhaven.
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