
Cheap Homes for Rent in Santa Ana Heights, CA from $1,400 (5 Rentals)
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Santa Ana Heights, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Santa Ana Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Santa Ana Heights 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,538 | $3,450 | $6,500 |
Santa Ana Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,076 | $4,150 | $10,000+ |
Santa Ana Heights 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,260 | $5,100 | $10,000+ |
Santa Ana Heights 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,396 | $6,395 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Santa Ana Heights Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Ana Heights, CA is a Studio unit found at Newport Village Apartments in the South Harbor neighborhood priced from $1,999. Missions at Back Bay in the Avenue One neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,156. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Ana Heights apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Newport Village Apartments | Junior 1 Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,999 |
Missions at Back Bay | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,156 |
South Pointe | Ashbury | 1BR,1BA | $2,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana Heights, CA and Nearby
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Ana Heights area is the $2.46 price per square foot 22CMS Model at Axis 2300 Apartments in the in the UC Irvine neighborhood starting from $4,010. The second greatest value Santa Ana Heights apartment is the 3x2 Townhouse Model at South Coast Fountains starting at $3,995 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the South Harbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Ana Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Axis 2300 Apartments | 22CMS | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.46 |
South Coast Fountains | 3x2 Townhouse | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
Baypointe Apartment Homes | Plan 7 | 2BR,2BA | $3.67 |
The Carlyle | Residence 1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.95 |
Fairway Villas Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
Pinecreek Apartments | The Arrowhead | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.88 |
Newport Bay Terrace | 2 Beds / 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $3.15 |
Missions at Back Bay | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
Park Mesa Villas | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
The Village at South Coast | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Ana Heights
What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Ana Heights?
There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana Heights, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,100 to $29,685. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Ana Heights ranging from $1,400 to $35,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Ana Heights?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Ana Heights ranges from $1,400 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,463.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
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Written by: Marie Brown
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Bobbi Jackson
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