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919 Joann St
Costa MesaCA92627
11441 Acacia Pkwy
Garden GroveCA92840
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Cypress Park Senior Community 62+
9021 Grindlay StCypress, CA 90630
4121 Katella Ave
Los AlamitosCA90720
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Sher Lane Apartments
16112 Sher LnHuntington Beach, CA 92647
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Cypress Pointe Senior Community
5120 Lincoln AveCypress, CA 90630
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Creekview Senior Community
353 S Tustin StOrange, CA 92866
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Ambassador Inn Apartments
2100 W Commonwealth AveFullerton, CA 92833
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Victoria Townhouse
2256 W Lincoln AveAnaheim, CA 92801
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7781 Bently Ave, Unit A
7781 Bently AveGarden Grove, CA 92841
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Fullerton Court Apartments
8550 Commonwealth AveBuena Park, CA 90621
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Apex Apartments
530 W Wilson StCosta Mesa, CA 92627
924 N Fairview St
AnaheimCA92801
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Metro East Senior Park 62+
2222 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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719 S Knott AveAnaheim, CA 92804
9632 Ball Rd
AnaheimCA92804
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Garden Brook Senior Village
10028-10082 Garden Grove BlvdGarden Grove, CA 92844
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Harbor Village Apartments
2736 W Lincoln AveAnaheim, CA 92801
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Caribbean Cove
2175 S Mallul DrAnaheim, CA 92802
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880 Irvine AveNewport Beach, CA 92663
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Garden Court Apartments
300 E Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Bell Court Apartments
3161 W Ball RdAnaheim, CA 92804
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Jasmine at Founders Village Senior Housing
17911 Bushard StFountain Valley, CA 92708
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Villa Paloma Senior Apartments
27221 Paseo EspadaSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Orange County, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Orange County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Orange County Studio Apartments | $2,534 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Orange County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,037 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Orange County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,776 | $1,498 | $10,000+ |
| Orange County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,096 | $2,006 | $10,000+ |
| Orange County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,312 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Orange County 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,982 | $4,970 | $6,995 |
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Cheapest Available Orange County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Orange County, CA is a Studio unit found at Beachview Villa in the Beach Boulevard neighborhood priced from $1,129. Victoria Townhouse in the West Anaheim neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Orange County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Beachview Villa | The Palm | Studio,1BA | $1,129 |
| Victoria Townhouse | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Carlyle Courtyard | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Metro East Senior Park 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,588 |
| Lexington Courtyard | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Garden Brook Senior Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,598 |
| Harbor Village Apartments | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| 1331 Burwood St | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Royale La Habra | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orange County, CA
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Orange County area is the $2.33 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Miramar Apartments in the in the West Anaheim neighborhood starting from $2,797. The second greatest value Orange County apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Sunrise Palms starting at $2,495 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Disneyland Resort neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Orange County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Miramar Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Sunrise Palms | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.27 |
| Beachside Apartments | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Broadway Royale Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Arroyo at Baker Ranch | BR2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Bel Air Manor Apartments | Townhouse Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| 1331 Burwood St | 2 BED 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Arroyo Casa | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Sierra West Apartments | Plan B - Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Villa Barcelona | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Orange County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Orange County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Orange County is under $1,625.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Orange County?
The cheapest apartment in Orange County is Orchid Gardens which is listed at $1,650, while the average apartment in Orange County costs $5,982.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Orange County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 134 regular apartments in Orange County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Orange County?
Cheap apartments in Orange County have an average cost of $152 which is $5,830 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Orange County.
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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Written by: Bobbi Jackson
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