
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa, CA (55 Rentals)


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Paloma

Avel Apartment Homes

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Rafferty

888 on Main

PRISMA

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Nineteen01

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The Aspens Fairhaven

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The Arbors Santa Ana
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Park on First

Tustin Village Apartments

Excelsior Apartments

Villa Del Sol Apartments

LAKE DIANNE

Ross Towers

Park Tower

Santiago Villas Senior Apartments

Market Lofts DTSA

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Village Meadows

Metro East Senior Park 62+

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CAMEO

Eleven 10

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San Tropez

133 Santa Clara Apartments

Park Downtown Apartments

Alders Apartment Company

Portofino Apartments
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Mango Tree

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106 Villa Pointe Apartments

Bush Terrace

Newly Renovated Spanish Villa Apartment Homes in Santa Ana

554 N Cambridge St

2230 S Hickory St

1040 W MacArthur Blvd

660 S Glassell St

1000 MacArthuur Blvd

13722 Red Hill Ave

1000 W MacArthur Blvd

631 N Bristol St

The Village Apartments

Flower Terrace Senior Community

1413 N. Spurgeon Street Partners, GP

Warwick Square

The Imperial Apartments
Santa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Studio Apartments | $2,451 | $1,587 | $4,176 |
| Santa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,673 | $1,689 | $5,361 |
| Santa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,258 | $1,911 | $5,721 |
| Santa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,190 | $3,595 | $4,902 |
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Largest Available Santa and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa, CA is found at Nineteen01 in the City Center neighborhood and is 974 square feet priced from $2,563. Avel Apartment Homes in the Old Towne neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 871 square feet and currently listed start at $2,979. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nineteen01 | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 974 Sq Ft | $2,563 |
| Avel Apartment Homes | A7D | 871 Sq Ft | $2,979 |
| The Aspens Fairhaven | Evergreen | 850 Sq Ft | $2,565 |
| Windsor Main Place | A2 | 849 Sq Ft | $2,711 |
| Eleven 10 | A5 | 844 Sq Ft | $3,172 |
| Vita Apartment Homes | A5 | 797 Sq Ft | $3,098 |
| Tustin Village Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 768 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
| CAMEO | A4 | 757 Sq Ft | $2,919 |
| Market Lofts DTSA | 1 Bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $2,850 |
| PRISMA | Plan 2 | 697 Sq Ft | $2,545 |
Cheapest Available Santa and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of February 26, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa, CA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,689 at Metro East Senior Park 62+ in the City Center neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa 1 Bedroom is the The Biscay Model at San Tropez starting at $1,850 in the Central City neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa is currently $2,673. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Metro East Senior Park 62+ | 1 Bedroom | $1,689 |
| San Tropez | The Biscay | $1,850 |
| Park City View | One Bedroom | $1,899 |
| Santiago Villas Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,911 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | $1,950 |
| Casa De Porter Apartments | 1bd/1ba - unit type | $1,950 |
| Bush Terrace | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Plan C | $2,050 |
| Village Meadows | Plan A | $2,050 |
| Alders Apartment Company | 1 Bed W/ Carport-Upstairs | $2,050 |
| Las Fuentes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,095 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Santa Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Santa is at Metro East Senior Park 62+ listed at $1,689.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Santa Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Santa is $2,673.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Santa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa is a 974 square feet unit starting from $2,563 at Nineteen01.
What is the average size for Santa 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Santa is currently 566 sq ft.
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