
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Willard Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,000 (60 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Willard area of Santa Ana.


Ross Towers

850 N. Van Ness Ave.

Flower Terrace

1101 N. Flower St.

Ross Commons

1212 N Broadway

1206-1208 N Van Ness

Parton Place

Parton Arms
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1505 N Van Ness Ave

1501 N Van Ness Ave

1509 N Van Ness Ave

1202 N Van Ness Ave

617-619 W Lime St

Parton Apartments

406 W Washington Ave

1027 N Parton St

1408 N Broadway St

425-427 W Washington Ave
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820-822 W Washington Ave

822 N Flower St

1314 N Garnsey St

1609 N Parton St

1513 N Van Ness Ave

Van Ness Apartments

1014 N Parton St

1308-1320 N Sycamore St

1522 N Van Ness Ave

1228 N Broadway
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1524-1530 N Sycamore St

1105 N. Flower St.

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Washington Terrace Apartments

1604-1608 Parton Street

1525 N Durant St

Verona
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Durant Court

BROADWAY PLAZA

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Willard, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Willard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willard Studio Apartments | $1,913 | $1,475 | $2,219 |
| Willard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,227 | $1,725 | $2,539 |
| Willard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,636 | $2,395 | $2,739 |
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There are currently 60 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Willard Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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Cheapest Available Willard Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Willard area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ross Towers priced from $1,725. Flower Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,044. Here are the most affordable Willard apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Flower Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,044 |
| BROADWAY PLAZA | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (B) | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| 1604-1608 Parton Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| 888 on Main | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,299 |
| 850 N. Van Ness Ave. | 2BD x 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Ross Manor Apartments | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $3,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Willard, CA
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Willard area is the $2.77 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Ross Towers in the in the Bristol neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Willard apartment is the 2BD x 1 BA Model at 850 N. Van Ness Ave. starting at $2,695 with a $3.17 price per square foot in the Bristol neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Willard apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Towers | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| 850 N. Van Ness Ave. | 2BD x 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| BROADWAY PLAZA | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (B) | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| 888 on Main | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| Flower Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Willard Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Willard Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Willard Apartment is $1,725 at Ross Towers.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Willard Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Willard is starting from $2,395 at Ross Towers.
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