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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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523 W Summerfield Cir

AnaheimCA92802

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Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Ana, CA

Pricing Updated: 06/24/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Santa Ana, CA area range in price from $1,000 to $11,537 with an overall median price of $3,795. The three Santa Ana neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cornerstone Village at $1,800, Heninger Park at $1,860, and Pico Lowell at $2,200. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Ana Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Cornerstone Village$1,800$1,8002
Heninger Park$1,930$1,8602
Pico Lowell$2,200$2,2001
Riverview West$2,650$1,8605
Santa Anita Park$2,650$2,2542
Willard$2,695$1,47512
Rosewood Baker$2,700$2,2952
Artesia Pilar$2,770$2,2009
Bristol$2,795$1,47549
North Harbor$2,795$1,86036

Cheapest Available Santa Ana Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Ana, CA is a Studio unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ in the City Center neighborhood priced from $1,100. Garden Brook Senior Village in the Little Saigon neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,374. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Ana apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Metro East Senior Park 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Garden Brook Senior VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,374
Parc DerianWaitlist1BR,1BA$1,508
Ross Towers1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,725
Caribbean CoveStudioStudio,1BA$1,758

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA

As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Ana area is the $2.24 price per square foot 428 W Kelly Ave Model at 428 W Kelly Ave in the in the Old Towne neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Santa Ana apartment is the Townhome Model at Waterstone Garden starting at $3,454 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Lemon Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Ana apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
428 W Kelly Ave428 W Kelly Ave3BR,2BA$2.24
Waterstone GardenTownhome3BR,1.5BA$2.47
Parc DerianWaitlist3BR,2BA$1.72
First Street3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.70
La Veta Vista2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.18
Arroyo Casa2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$2.14
Kenyon PointeFloor Plan 2.22BR,2BA$2.33
Valley ParkPlan 2A2BR,1.5BA$2.48
Casa Cortez Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2.55
Sunrise Palms1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.50

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Ana

What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Ana?

There are currently 2708 Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $10,290. There are also 119 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Ana ranging from $1,100 to $9,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Ana?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Ana ranges from $1,100 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,907.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Ana?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Ana range from $2,088 to $10,241, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,762.

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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.