Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Metro Classic Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,400 (21 Rentals)

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Fairview Green
$2,271 - $3,460
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$2,252 - $3,441
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Fairview Green

2613 S Fairview Sreet StSanta Ana, CA 92704
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$1,750 - $4,250

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17200 Newhope St

Fountain ValleyCA92708

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$2,195 - $2,395

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17210 Newhope St

Fountain ValleyCA92708
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The Galleria
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$2,361 - $3,086
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$2,355 - $3,080
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The Galleria

16425 Harbor BlvdFountain Valley, CA 92708
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The Cape
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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 1 Bed unit found at Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes priced from $1,995. Pacific Woods Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,185. Here are the most affordable Metro Classic apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,995
Pacific Woods Apartment Homes1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,185
South Coast Racquet Club1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,189
Newport Village Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,210
Reserve at South CoastOne Bedroom - A11BR,1BA$2,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metro Classic, CA

As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Metro Classic area is the $2.49 price per square foot Plan 2D Model at Pinnacle at MacArthur Place in the in the Valley Adams neighborhood starting from $3,287. The second greatest value Metro Classic apartment is the The Chateau-2 BR, 2 BA Model at Villa Marseilles Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $2.66 price per square foot in the Westside Costa Mesa 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.
Pinnacle at MacArthur PlacePlan 2D2BR,2BA$2.49
Villa Marseilles ApartmentsThe Chateau-2 BR, 2 BA2BR,2BA$2.66
The Marke Apartment CommunityPlan B52BR,2BA$2.90
South Coast Fountains2X2.5 TOWNHOUSE2BR,2.5BA$2.97
1800 S. Broadway Ave.2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.60
3400 South Main StreetOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.79
Versailles on the Lake ApartmentsBordeaux1BR,1BA$3.04
Newport Village Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.11
Pacific Woods Apartment Homes1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.12
South Coast Racquet Club1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.13

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Santa Ana. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 580 Anton listed at $2,594.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Metro Classic Apartment is $1,995 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 $2,550 at Newport Village Apartments.

What is the most affordable Metro Classic Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Metro Classic Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairview Green and starts from $3,455.

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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.