Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Brea Neighborhood of Brea, CA from $1,600 (19 Rentals)

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Monterey Pines
2 Bedroom Apartments

Monterey Pines

222 W Fir StBrea, CA 92821
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Poplar Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Poplar Townhomes

236-238 S Poplar AveBrea, CA 92821
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bir404
1 Bedroom Apartments

bir404

404 E Birch StBrea, CA 92821
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Rolling Hills Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rolling Hills Manor

1037 Rolling Hills DrFullerton, CA 92835
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Downtown Brea, Brea, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Brea Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Brea area of Brea, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Homestead priced from $1,860. Raintree Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here are the most affordable Downtown Brea apartments for rent in Brea, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The HomesteadPlan A1BR,1BA$1,860
Raintree Apartment HomesPlan AStudio,1BA$2,000
La Casa Brea ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apt1BR,1BA$2,008
Birchwood Village Apartment HomesOakStudio,1BA$2,025
Country Woods Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,135

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Brea, CA

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Brea area is the $2.29 price per square foot Two Bedroom-Two Bedroom Model at Town And Country in the in the West Brea neighborhood starting from $2,745. The second greatest value Downtown Brea apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Tamarack Gardens Apartments starting at $2,730 with a $2.48 price per square foot in the West Brea neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Brea apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Town And CountryTwo Bedroom-Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.29
Tamarack Gardens ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.48
Stonewood ApartmentsTown House2BR,1.5BA$2.66
The PointeCalypso1BR,1BA$3.12
250 E Acacia St.2bd 2ba2BR,2BA$3.17
215 S Brea BlvdTwo room layout (Second Floor)2BR,1BA$2.88
Country Woods Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.02
Maplewood Apartment HomesPlan B1BR,1BA$3.19
La Casa Brea ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apt1BR,1BA$2.87
bir4041BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.21

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Brea, Brea, CA

Ranked #5

Among neighborhoods in Brea, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Brea Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Brea?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Brea is at Raintree Apartment Homes listed at $2,000.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Brea Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Brea Apartment is $2,008 at La Casa Brea Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Brea Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Brea is starting from $2,245 at 215 S Brea Blvd.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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