
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wilshire Square Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $900 (36 Rentals)
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La Placita Cinco

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Santa Ana Arts Collective

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1401 W. Walnut St.
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511 E Washington Ave

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514 E Wellington Ave

Durant Court

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1409 W. Lingan Lane

1214 W. Brook St

The Courtyard

Villa Portofino

1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP

1021 N. Flower St.

411 N Eastwood Ave

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Park City View
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Wilshire Square, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilshire Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilshire Square Studio Apartments | $2,745 | $1,845 | $4,176 |
| Wilshire Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,038 | $1,895 | $5,361 |
| Wilshire Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,741 | $2,466 | $5,721 |
| Wilshire Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,014 | $4,017 | $5,748 |
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Cheapest Available Wilshire Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wilshire Square area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1214 W. Brook St priced from $1,750. 1021 N. Flower St. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Wilshire Square apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1214 W. Brook St | 1 Bed 1 Bath (Unit E) | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 1021 N. Flower St. | Studio - 1021 N. Flower Street | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Park City View | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| Warwick Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,904 |
| Casa De Porter Apartments | 1bd/1ba - unit type | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Casa Pacifica Senior Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| 888 on Main | S7B | Studio,1BA | $2,033 |
| Village Meadows | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Washington Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Plan D | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilshire Square, CA
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilshire Square area is the $2.43 price per square foot 16584 Lorelei Ln Model at 16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Wilshire Square apartment is the The Chateau-2 BR, 2 BA Model at Villa Marseilles Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $2.66 price per square foot in the Westside Costa Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilshire Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16584 Lorelei Ln, Unit 16584 Lorelei. Main House | 16584 Lorelei Ln | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.43 |
| Villa Marseilles Apartments | The Chateau-2 BR, 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| Emerald Terrace Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 1800 S. Broadway Ave. | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| 3400 South Main Street | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Las Fuentes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Village Meadows | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Warwick Square | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Casa De Porter Apartments | 1bd/1ba - unit type | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
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Best Local Schools in Wilshire Square, Santa Ana, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wilshire Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wilshire Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wilshire Square is at 1021 N. Flower St. listed at $1,800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilshire Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilshire Square Apartment is $1,750 at 1214 W. Brook St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wilshire Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wilshire Square is starting from $2,300 at Washington Terrace Apartments.
What is the most affordable Wilshire Square Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wilshire Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Row at Red Hill and starts from $5,088.
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