
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Main Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,200 (28 Rentals)
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South Main, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Main?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Main Studio Apartments | $3,021 | $2,592 | $3,785 |
South Main 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,282 | $2,723 | $4,223 |
South Main 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,076 | $3,519 | $4,640 |
South Main 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,194 | $4,608 | $5,716 |
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Cheapest Available South Main Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Main area of Santa Ana, CA is a Studio unit found at Broadstone Arden priced from $2,502. Broadstone Archive has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,648. Here are the most affordable South Main apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Broadstone Arden | The Aspire | Studio,1BA | $2,502 |
Broadstone Archive | THE AFICIONADO | Studio,1BA | $2,648 |
The Row at Red Hill | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,740 |
Broadstone Atlas | The Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $3,029 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Main, CA
As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Main area is the $4.82 price per square foot The Ascent Model at Broadstone Atlas in the in the South Main neighborhood starting from $3,785. The second greatest value South Main apartment is the U1 Model at The Row at Red Hill starting at $2,915 with a $4.63 price per square foot in the South Main neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Main apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Broadstone Atlas | The Ascent | Studio ,1BA | $4.82 |
The Row at Red Hill | U1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.63 |
Broadstone Arden | The Aspire | Studio ,1BA | $4.09 |
Broadstone Archive | THE AFICIONADO | Studio ,1BA | $4.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Main, Santa Ana, CA
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2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Main, Santa Ana, CA
Thomas A. Edison Elementary
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Main Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Main?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Main is at Broadstone Arden listed at $2,502.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Main Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Main Apartment is $2,715 at Broadstone Arden.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Main Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Main is starting from $3,865 at The Row at Red Hill.
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