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Irvine, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Irvine, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/11/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Irvine, CA area range in price from $1,895 to $14,835 with an overall median price of $4,274. The three Irvine neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Irvine Industrial Complex East at $2,099, Irvine Center at $2,270, and Irvine Medical and Science Complex at $2,270. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Irvine Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Irvine Industrial Complex East$3,450$2,099181
Irvine Center$3,835$2,270229
Irvine Medical and Science Complex$3,835$2,270256
Irvine Spectrum$3,835$2,270210
Woodbury$3,835$2,270153
East Irvine$3,920$2,270245
Northwood$3,920$2,145121
Oak Creek$3,950$2,270423
El Camino Real$3,962$2,270320
Woodbridge$3,962$2,270646

Cheapest Available Irvine Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Irvine, CA is a Studio unit found at The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior Apartments in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood priced from $1,895. Castilian and Cordova Apartment Homes in the Lemon Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,985. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Irvine apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Castilian and Cordova Apartment HomesCastilian A1BR,1BA$1,985
Park NewportWedgeStudio,1BA$2,000
Newport Village ApartmentsJunior 1 BedroomStudio,1BA$2,050
112 Pacific Pointe Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath - Tiled Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Irvine, CA

As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Irvine area is the $2.57 price per square foot Plan A Model at Tustin Cottages in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $4,073. The second greatest value Irvine apartment is the Plan 5 Model at Turtle Rock Vista Apartment Homes starting at $3,870 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Turtle Rock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Irvine apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tustin CottagesPlan A3BR,2.5BA$2.57
Turtle Rock Vista Apartment HomesPlan 53BR,2BA$2.92
Crestwood Apartment Homes32BL3BR,2BA$2.75
Villa Marseilles ApartmentsThe Lavender Garden-2 BR, 2 BA- Yard2BR,2BA$2.75
3400 South Main StreetTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.48
Kenyon PointeFloor Plan Patio2BR,2BA$2.47
Timbers Apartments, El Toro2 BDRM/1 BATH FIREPLACE2BR,1BA$2.84
143 Pacific Pointe South Apartments1 Bedroom / 1Bath1BR,1BA$2.77
Regency West Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath w/ Patio1BR,1BA$2.94
Missions at Back Bay1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.78

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Frequently Asked Questions about Irvine

What type of rentals are currently available in Irvine?

There are currently 686 Apartments for Rent in Irvine, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,895 to $14,835. There are also 141 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Irvine ranging from $850 to $41,150.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Irvine?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Irvine ranges from $850 to $41,150 with an average monthly rent of $6,409.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Irvine?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Irvine range from $3,295 to $14,364, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,750 to $41,150. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,950.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.