Cheap Homes for Rent in Northwest Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,000 (9 Rentals)

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property at 945 E Mason Ln

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1910 Union St

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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 Villa Barcelona priced from $1,795. Beechwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Northwest apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa Barcelona1x11BR,1BA$1,795
Beechwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
Crystal ViewStudio (A)Studio,1BA$1,902

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest, CA

As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest area is the $2.14 price per square foot 213 W Washington Ave Model at 213 W Washington Ave, Unit 213 W Washington Ave in the in the Downtown Historic District neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Northwest apartment is the Studio B Model at The Vivere Lofts starting at $2,810 with a $2.41 price per square foot in the Platinum Triangle 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.
213 W Washington Ave, Unit 213 W Washington Ave213 W Washington Ave2BR,1BA$2.14
The Vivere LoftsStudio BStudio ,1BA$2.41
Pacific Palms Apartment Homes22S2BR,2BA$2.80
La Veta GrandRemodeled with W/D 2x22BR,2BA$2.68
Arroyo Vista Apartments2 Bedroom, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.81
French Quarter ApartmentsThe New Orleans - 2 BR, 1 BA2BR,1BA$2.70
Sunrise Palms1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.46
Villa Barcelona1x11BR,1BA$2.39
Park City Apartment HomesPark City - 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.75
Sunrise Fountains ApartmentsDay Breaker - 1 BR, 1 BA DN1BR,1BA$2.81

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest

What type of rentals are currently available in Northwest?

There are currently 1062 Apartments for Rent in Northwest, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,795 to $10,481. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwest ranging from $1,000 to $6,995.

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 $1,000 to $6,995 with an average monthly rent of $4,325.

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 $3,130 to $5,562, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $4,895. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,795.

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