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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 Mesa Vista Apartments in the Cornerstone neighborhood priced from $1,628. Westbay Eldon Apartments in the Cornerstone neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Ana Heights apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mesa Vista ApartmentsStudio 456Studio,1BA$1,628
Westbay Eldon Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,250
South Coast Fountains1x1 UPSTAIRS CORNER UNIT1BR,1BA$2,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana Heights, CA and Nearby

As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Ana Heights area is the $3.12 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Fairway Villas Apartment Homes in the in the Avenue One neighborhood starting from $4,371. The second greatest value Santa Ana Heights apartment is the 22AA Model at Axis 2300 Apartments starting at $3,795 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the UC Irvine neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Ana Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fairway Villas Apartment Homes3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$3.12
Axis 2300 Apartments22AA2BR,2.5BA$2.89
The CarlyleResidence 1A2BR,2BA$3.17
Dartmouth Court ApartmentsPlan D2BR,2BA$3.63
Baywind Apartment Homes2 Bed and 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.21
Westbay Eldon Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$3.09
ToscanaAmalfi1BR,1BA$3.29
South PointeEastwick2BR,2BA$3.67
Newport Bay Terrace1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.46
Park Mesa VillasPlan B1BR,1BA$3.70

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 46 Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana Heights, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,628 to $11,930. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Ana Heights ranging from $1,850 to $30,000.

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 $1,850 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,649.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.