
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Square Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $900 (39 Rentals)
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Villa Sonata Apartments

1401 W. Walnut St.

511 E Washington Ave
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514 E Wellington Ave

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1905 N Bush St

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1409 W. Lingan Lane

1214 W. Brook St
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Villa Portofino

1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP

1021 N. Flower St.

3603 W Park Balboa Ave

Sungrove Senior Apartment Homes

349 S Lemon St

The Grove Senior

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Washington Square, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Square Studio Apartments | $2,486 | $1,800 | $4,216 |
| Washington Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,674 | $1,895 | $5,361 |
| Washington Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,207 | $1,911 | $5,721 |
| Washington Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,028 | $3,595 | $4,877 |
| Washington Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
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Cheapest Available Washington Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Washington Square area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Grove Senior priced from $1,500. 1214 W. Brook St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Washington Square apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 1214 W. Brook St | 1 Bed 1 Bath (Unit E) | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Mardi Gras Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 1021 N. Flower St. | Studio - 1021 N. Flower Street | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Park City View | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| Santiago Villas Senior Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,911 |
| Harbor Grove Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,935 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| The Regent | 1 Bed, 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Casa De Porter Apartments | 1bd/1ba - unit type | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Square, CA
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington Square area is the $2.77 price per square foot Classic 3x2.5 Model at La Veta Grand in the in the Old Towne neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value Washington Square apartment is the 2510 Valencia St Model at 2510 Valencia St, Unit 2510.5 starting at $2,800 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the The Retreat neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Veta Grand | Classic 3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.77 |
| 2510 Valencia St, Unit 2510.5 | 2510 Valencia St | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| City Villas | Townhome - 2 Bedrooms 1.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.49 |
| City Plaza | One Bedroom w TWO Walk-In Closets | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| The Arbors Santa Ana | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Fairhaven | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Park City Apartment Homes | Park City - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| The Regent | 1 Bed, 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| The Grove Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Washington Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Washington Square is under $1,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Washington Square?
The cheapest apartment in Washington Square is The Grove Senior which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Washington Square costs $3,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Washington Square?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 29 regular apartments in Washington Square that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Washington Square?
Cheap apartments in Washington Square have an average cost of $341 which is $3,409 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington Square.
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