
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Willard Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,037 (60 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Willard area of Santa Ana.


Ross Towers

Flower Terrace - 62+ Senior Apartments

850 N. Van Ness Ave.

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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Santa Ana Arts Collective

1105 N. Flower St.

1524-1530 N Sycamore St

Riverine Apartments

Ross Apartments

Canterbury Square Apartments

Washington Terrace Apartments

Parton Terrace Apartments

Ancona Apartments

Verona
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Ravena

1604-1608 Parton Street

1525 N Durant St

Hampton Court Apartments

Durant Street Apartments

Durant Court

BROADWAY PLAZA

Ross Manor Apartments

San Marco Apartments

Ross and Durant Apartments
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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 | $2,012 | $1,495 | $2,339 |
| Willard 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,259 | $2,094 | $2,569 |
| Willard 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,630 | $2,345 | $3,005 |
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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 405 W 10th St priced from $1,895. 888 on Main has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,059. Here are the most affordable Willard apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 405 W 10th St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 888 on Main | L5 | Studio,1BA | $2,059 |
| Flower Terrace - 62+ Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,094 |
| Ross Towers | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,345 |
| 1105 N. Flower St. | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 1105 N. Flower St | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| BROADWAY PLAZA | 2 Bedroom, 1 1/4 Bath (C) | 2BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| 850 N. Van Ness Ave. | 2BD x 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Ross Manor Apartments | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Willard, CA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Willard area is the $2.71 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Ross Towers in the in the Bristol neighborhood starting from $2,345. 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 | $2.71 |
| 850 N. Van Ness Ave. | 2BD x 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| BROADWAY PLAZA | 2 Bedroom, 1 1/4 Bath (C) | 2BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| 405 W 10th St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Flower Terrace - 62+ Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| 888 on Main | L1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Willard Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Willard?
The cheapest apartment in Willard is 405 W 10th St which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Willard costs $2,223.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Willard?
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 5 regular apartments in Willard that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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