
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Harbor Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $900 (57 Rentals)
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California Palms Apartments

Villa Del Sol Apartments

Villa Del Sur Apartment Homes

San Tropez

Archways Santa Ana

412 S Newhope St

603 S Newhope St

14222 Buena St

1416 N Harbor Blvd
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2601 Monte Carlo Dr

631 S Fairview St

West Lane Apartments

121 N Susan St

3322 W Camille St

2514 Monte Carlo Dr

217 S Harbor Blvd

Trumark Mixed Use Development Phase II

2641 Monte Carlo Dr

2640 Monte Carlo Dr
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The Manor

Parkside Court

Harbor Pointe Apartments

Vintage Woods Apartments

Newhope Pines Apartments

Alder Court Apartments

Mile Square

Andalucia Apartments

Bentley Parke

North Harbor Village
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Sunswept Apartments

12662 Keel Ave

12562 Keel Ave

12621 Morningside Ave

Buena Grove

14072 Buena St

13731-13741 Fairview St

Buena Grove

Buena Grove
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12702 Morningside Ave

13871 Shady Ln

12701 Sunswept Ave

14132 Buena St

12511 Sunswept Ave

12602 Keel Ave

14202 Buena St

12531 Sunswept Ave

12691 Morningside Ave

14102 Buena St
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North Harbor, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Harbor?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Harbor Studio Apartments | $1,979 | $1,850 | $2,254 |
| North Harbor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,264 | $2,095 | $2,604 |
| North Harbor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,831 | $2,100 | $3,155 |
| North Harbor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,123 | $2,492 | $3,754 |
| North Harbor 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,762 | $2,762 | $2,762 |
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There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the North Harbor Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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Cheapest Available North Harbor Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Harbor area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkside Court priced from $2,047. Villa Del Sur Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable North Harbor apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Court | Caribbean | 1BR,1BA | $2,047 |
| Villa Del Sur Apartment Homes | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Villa Del Sol Apartments | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| San Tropez | The Bordeuax | 2BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| California Palms Apartments | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $2,105 |
| Sunset Ridge | 1 Bdrm Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,192 |
| Arte West | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,454 |
| Archways Santa Ana | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2,492 |
| Harbor Pointe Apartments | Plan 3 | 2BR,2BA | $2,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Harbor, CA
As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Harbor area is the $3.46 price per square foot 21AH Model at Villa Del Sol Apartments in the in the Bristol neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value North Harbor apartment is the Plan 3 Model at Harbor Pointe Apartments starting at $2,545 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Central City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Harbor apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Del Sol Apartments | 21AH | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.46 |
| Harbor Pointe Apartments | Plan 3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| San Tropez | The Bordeuax | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Arte West | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Sunset Ridge | 1 Bdrm Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Parkside Court | Mediterranean | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| California Palms Apartments | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $4.38 |
| Villa Del Sur Apartment Homes | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $4.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Harbor Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Harbor?
The cheapest apartment in North Harbor is Parkside Court which is listed at $2,047, while the average apartment in North Harbor costs $3,125.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Harbor?
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 2 regular apartments in North Harbor that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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