Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Metro Classic Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,200 (30 Rentals)

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property at 3613 Ramona Dr

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3613 Ramona Dr

Santa AnaCA92707

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Fairview Green
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$2,186 - $3,301
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Fairview Green

2613 S Fairview Sreet StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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property at 17200 Newhope St

$1,720 - $2,850

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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17200 Newhope St

Fountain ValleyCA92708
property at 17210 Newhope St

$2,150 - $2,250

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17210 Newhope St

Fountain ValleyCA92708

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The Cape

1000 S Coast DrCosta Mesa, CA 92626
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Metro Classic, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Metro Classic Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Metro Classic area of Santa Ana, CA is a Studio unit found at Newport Village Apartments priced from $1,999. Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,073. Here are the most affordable Metro Classic apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Newport Village ApartmentsJunior 1 BedroomStudio,1BA$1,999
Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,073
Villa MarseillesThe Vineyard-1 BR, 1 BA1BR,1BA$2,095
Pacific Woods Apartment Homes1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,185
Fairview GreenMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,186
Versailles on the Lake ApartmentsAlsaceStudio,1BA$2,205
Peartree Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,250
Reserve at South CoastOne Bedroom - A11BR,1BA$2,256
The Aspens South CoastAspen1BR,1BA$2,260
3400 South Main StreetOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,265

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metro Classic, CA

As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Metro Classic area is the $3.13 price per square foot Birch Model at Aspen Village in the in the Westside Costa Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,190. The second greatest value Metro Classic apartment is the 1405 S Broadway Model at 1405 S Broadway, Unit 4 starting at $2,650 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the South Main neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Metro Classic apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Aspen VillageBirch2BR,2BA$3.13
1405 S Broadway, Unit 41405 S Broadway2BR,1BA$2.65
Peartree Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.08
The Village at South CoastTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.22
3400 South Main StreetOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.66
Santa Fe VillagePlan A1BR,1BA$3.34
Pacific Woods Apartment Homes1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.12
Villa MarseillesThe Riviera-1 BR, 1 BA - Patio1BR,1BA$3.28
South Coast Racquet Club1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.26
Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.35

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Metro Classic Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Metro Classic?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Metro Classic is at Newport Village Apartments listed at $1,999.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Metro Classic Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Metro Classic Apartment is $2,073 at Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Metro Classic Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Metro Classic is starting from $2,512 at Reserve at South Coast.

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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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