Cheap Homes for Rent in the Northwest Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,100 (9 Rentals)

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Northwest, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Crystal View Apartments priced from $1,548. Wilson Apartments (217 W. Wilson) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Northwest apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crystal View Apartments1X1 (A/B)1BR,1BA$1,548
Wilson Apartments (217 W. Wilson)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,800
405 W 10th St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest, CA

As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest area is the $2.24 price per square foot 428 W Kelly Ave Model at 428 W Kelly Ave, Unit B in the in the Old Towne neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Northwest apartment is the 2B LOFT Model at Elizabethan Townhouse starting at $2,750 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the Garden Grove neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
428 W Kelly Ave, Unit B428 W Kelly Ave3BR,2BA$2.24
Elizabethan Townhouse2B LOFT2BR,1.5BA$2.62
The Vivere LoftsOne Bedroom/Two Bath B1BR,2BA$2.75
Georgetown Apartments2 Bed, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.60
Orangewood Garden Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath - 971 Sqft2BR,1BA$2.65
City PlazaTwo Bedrooms2BR,2BA$2.68
French Quarter ApartmentsThe New Orleans - 2 BR, 1 BA2BR,1BA$2.70
Ross Towers2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.71
Sunrise Palms1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.50
The Grove Senior2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.65

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest

What type of rentals are currently available in Northwest?

There are currently 1057 Apartments for Rent in Northwest, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $6,490. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwest ranging from $1,100 to $4,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northwest?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwest ranges from $1,100 to $4,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,242.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Northwest?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Northwest range from $2,755 to $5,691, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $4,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,055.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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