Cheap Homes for Rent in Santa Ana, CA from $1,100 (21 Rentals)

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property at 8921 Bishop Ave

$1,185

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$1,185

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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8921 Bishop Ave

WestminsterCA92683
property at 15626 Starboard St

$1,250 - $1,275

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$1,250 - $1,275

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15626 Starboard St

Garden GroveCA92843
property at 575 Pierpont Dr

$1,500

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$1,500

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575 Pierpont Dr

Costa MesaCA92626

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property at 2719 Mar Les Ln

$1,600

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$1,600

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4 Bedroom, 4 Bath Home for Rent

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2719 Mar Les Ln

Santa AnaCA92706
property at 12394 Rock Springs Ct

$2,000

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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12394 Rock Springs Ct, Unit 42

12394 Rock Springs Ct
Garden GroveCA92843

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Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Ana, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/24/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Santa Ana, CA area range in price from $950 to $11,537 with an overall median price of $3,894. The three Santa Ana neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cornerstone Village at $1,800, Historic French Park at $1,900, and Willard at $1,700. 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
Historic French Park$1,900$1,9001
Willard$2,745$1,7006
West Santa Ana Heights$2,775$2,2376
Artesia Pilar$2,825$1,32512
Bristol$2,850$1,32549
Rosewood Baker$3,195$3,1951
South Harbor$3,294$2,10014
Santiago Street Lofts$3,467$1,49550
Central City$3,495$1,32597

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
Cliff Manor Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,375
1214 W. Brook St1 Bed 1 Bath (Unit E)1BR,1BA$1,750
Caribbean CoveStudioStudio,1BA$1,758

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA

As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Ana area is the $2.43 price per square foot 16584 Lorelei Ln Model at 16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Santa Ana apartment is the Veteran Unit Model at Parc Derian starting at $2,088 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Westpark 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.
16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House16584 Lorelei Ln2BR,2.5BA$2.43
Parc DerianVeteran Unit3BR,2BA$1.72
Waterstone Garden2x2 Rancho2BR,2BA$2.33
Arroyo Casa2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$2.14
Valley ParkPlan 2A2BR,1.5BA$2.43
10442 Lampson Avenue2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.13
Sunrise Palms1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.41
Newhope Pines Apartments2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.53
Alder Court Apartments1 Bedroom/1Bath1BR,1BA$2.48
Cliff Manor Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Ana

What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Ana?

There are currently 2696 Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $11,445. There are also 116 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Ana ranging from $1,185 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 $1,185 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,353.

Expert Rental Resources

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.