
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Coast Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $900 (18 Rentals)
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Versailles on the Lake Apartments

3740 S Bear St

South Coast Racquet Club

Reserve at South Coast

Peartree Apartments
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3400 South Main Street

The Aspens South Coast

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Fairview Green

Wilshire Apartments

The Palms at South Coast

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South Pointe

The Village at South Coast

Villa Siena

994 Valencia Street

South Court Apartments

The Cape
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South Coast, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Coast?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Coast Studio Apartments | $2,670 | $2,083 | $3,623 |
| South Coast 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,008 | $1,995 | $4,973 |
| South Coast 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,760 | $2,550 | $10,000+ |
| South Coast 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,504 | $3,219 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Coast Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Coast Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Coast area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes priced from $1,995. South Coast Racquet Club has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,127. Here are the most affordable South Coast apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| South Coast Racquet Club | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,127 |
| Newport Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,210 |
| Reserve at South Coast | One Bedroom - A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,244 |
| South Pointe | Ashbury | 1BR,1BA | $2,305 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Coast, CA
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Coast 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 South Coast 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 South Coast apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle at MacArthur Place | Plan 2D | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| Villa Marseilles Apartments | The Chateau-2 BR, 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| The Marke Apartment Community | Plan B5 | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| South Coast Fountains | 2X2.5 TOWNHOUSE | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.97 |
| 1800 S. Broadway Ave. | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| Wimbledon Glen | The Burton | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 3400 South Main Street | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Versailles on the Lake Apartments | Bordeaux | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Peartree Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Newport Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
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Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Santa Ana, California. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Coast Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Coast?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Coast is at 3400 Avenue Of The Arts listed at $2,579.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Coast Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Coast Apartment is $1,995 at Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Coast Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Coast is starting from $2,550 at Newport Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Coast Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Coast Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Versailles on the Lake Apartments and starts from $3,660.
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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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