
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Main Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,200 (31 Rentals)
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Broadstone Arden

1820 S Broadway

1401 S Standard Ave

1311-1315 S Main St
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1419 S Sycamore St

2402-2412 Evergreen St

La Gema Del Barrio

1409 S Standard Ave
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1230 E Borchard Ave

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1817 Cedar St

2143 Oak St

1434 S Sycamore St

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1434-1438 Minnie St

Southtown

1810 S. Broadway

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1234 E Borchard Ave

1800 S. Broadway Ave.

1426 Minnie St
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Main Studio Apartments | $2,912 | $2,502 | $3,768 |
| South Main 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,295 | $2,748 | $7,104 |
| South Main 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,221 | $3,097 | $5,791 |
| South Main 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,152 | $4,831 | $5,477 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at 1410 S Minnie St priced from $1,900. 1401 S Standard Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable South Main apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1410 S Minnie St | 1410 Minnie 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| 1401 S Standard Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Broadstone Atlas | The Aura | Studio,1BA | $2,496 |
| Broadstone Arden | The Aspire | Studio,1BA | $2,655 |
| Broadstone Archive | THE AFICIONADO | Studio,1BA | $2,684 |
| The Row at Red Hill | A3 - PHII | 1BR,1BA | $2,748 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Main, CA
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Main area is the $4.35 price per square foot The Aspire Model at Broadstone Arden in the in the South Main neighborhood starting from $2,655. The second greatest value South Main apartment is the THE AFICIONADO Model at Broadstone Archive starting at $2,684 with a $4.39 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadstone Arden | The Aspire | Studio ,1BA | $4.35 |
| Broadstone Archive | THE AFICIONADO | Studio ,1BA | $4.39 |
| The Row at Red Hill | S1 - PHII | Studio ,1BA | $4.84 |
| Broadstone Atlas | The Aura | Studio ,1BA | $4.54 |
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Best Local Schools in South Main, Santa Ana, CA
Monroe Elementary School
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 Atlas listed at $2,496.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Main Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Main Apartment is $1,900 at 1410 S Minnie St.
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 $3,142 at Broadstone Archive.
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