
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Harbor Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,500 (13 Rentals)
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Fairview Green

2135 S Fairview St

2732 W Keller Ave

Edinger View Apartments

2702 W Orion Ave
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2727 W Keller Ave

2731 W Orion Ave

2217 S Fairview St

3602 S Marine St

Cherry Creek Apartments

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The Galleria
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South Harbor, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Harbor?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Harbor Studio Apartments | $1,850 | $1,750 | $1,950 |
| South Harbor 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,424 | $1,575 | $2,896 |
| South Harbor 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,873 | $2,580 | $3,326 |
| South Harbor 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,387 | $3,385 | $3,390 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Harbor Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Harbor Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Harbor area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Pacific Woods Apartment Homes priced from $2,185. The Galleria has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,511. Here are the most affordable South Harbor apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Woods Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath D Location | 1BR,1BA | $2,185 |
| The Galleria | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,511 |
| Cherry Creek Apartments | Plan 3 | 2BR,1BA | $2,755 |
| Fairview Green | Large 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,824 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Harbor, CA
As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Harbor area is the $3.05 price per square foot Large 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Fairview Green in the in the South Harbor neighborhood starting from $2,824. The second greatest value South Harbor apartment is the Plan 3 Model at Cherry Creek Apartments starting at $2,755 with a $3.24 price per square foot in the South Harbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Harbor apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview Green | Large 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Cherry Creek Apartments | Plan 3 | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Pacific Woods Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath D Location | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| The Galleria | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Harbor Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Harbor Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Harbor Apartment is $2,185 at Pacific Woods Apartment Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Harbor Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Harbor is starting from $2,660 at Pacific Woods Apartment Homes.
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