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Metro East Senior Park 62+
2222 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Santa Ana Birch Apartments
422 S Birch StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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300 E Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92701
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The Regent
1111 Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92703
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Portofino Apartments
1313 W Memory LnSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Bush Terrace
2015 N Bush StSanta Ana, CA 92706
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Excelsior Apartments
610 Garfield StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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888 on Main
888 N Main StSanta Ana, CA 92701
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830 E Tularosa Ave
OrangeCA92866
14675 Red Hill Ave
TustinCA92780
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TustinCA92780
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645 E Central Ave
Santa AnaCA92707
450 E 4th St
Santa AnaCA92701
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Santa, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Studio Apartments | $2,634 | $1,587 | $5,451 |
| Santa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,835 | $1,557 | $6,083 |
| Santa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,522 | $2,009 | $5,714 |
| Santa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,524 | $3,445 | $6,200 |
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Cheapest Available Santa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ in the City Center neighborhood priced from $1,557. The Regent in the Bristol neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro East Senior Park 62+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,557 |
| The Regent | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Fairhaven Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| 888 on Main | L6 | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| Alders Apartment Company | 1 Bed W/ Carport-Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa, CA and Nearby
As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa area is the $2.96 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2.0 Bath Model at Nineteen01 in the in the City Center neighborhood starting from $4,473. The second greatest value Santa apartment is the Aloha Model at Mango Tree starting at $3,074 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Panorama Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nineteen01 | 3 Bed / 2.0 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Mango Tree | Aloha | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.92 |
| Emerald Terrace Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| La Veta Grand | Remodeled 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| 133 Santa Clara Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Portofino Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment Home with 906 Square... | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
| Las Fuentes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Park Magnolia Apartment Homes | 1/1 UB | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| 105 Monterey Pines Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Village Meadows | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santa is at Metro East Senior Park 62+ listed at $1,587.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Apartment is $1,557 at Metro East Senior Park 62+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa is starting from $2,009 at Metro East Senior Park 62+.
What is the most affordable Santa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Santa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Veta Grand and starts from $3,200.
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