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Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 30, 2025

There are currently 6760 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Ana, CA that range in price from $1,228 to $10,000. Central OC West of I 5, South Coast Metro and Delhi are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Ana with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Central OC West of I 5643$2,722$1,228
South Coast Metro426$2,842$1,691
Delhi324$2,955$1,691
Madison Park281$3,045$1,691
Thorton Park281$3,225$2,185
Wilshire Square273$3,065$1,691
Central City265$3,015$1,550
Lyon Street245$3,086$2,000
Lacy241$3,065$1,691
Historic French Park240$3,065$2,000

Largest Available Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Ana, CA is found at Rise in the Disneyland Resort neighborhood and is 1,676 square feet priced from $3,558. Astoria at Central Park West in the Westpark neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,119 square feet and currently listed start at $4,360. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Ana:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
RiseA.9-L.1/L.21,676 Sq Ft$3,558
Astoria at Central Park WestStanford1,119 Sq Ft$4,360
Axis 2300 Apartments12B1,100 Sq Ft$3,430
Broadstone ArdenThe Elevate1,054 Sq Ft$3,112
RaffertyA18L1,047 Sq Ft$3,799
SkyloftA81,039 Sq Ft$4,142
Elements1G1,014 Sq Ft$4,263
Stadium House Apartments12ES991 Sq Ft$2,750

Cheapest Available Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 30, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Ana, CA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $1,650 at Orchid Gardens in the Orange Park Acres neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Ana 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Metro East Senior Park 62+ starting at $1,691 in the City Center neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Ana is currently $3,000. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Ana:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Orchid Gardens1 Bed 1 Bath$1,650
Metro East Senior Park 62+1 Bedroom$1,691
Caribbean Cove1 Bedroom/1Bath$1,845
BROADWAY PLAZA1 Bedroom, 1 Bath- Large (D)$1,900
Parkside CourtCaribbean$1,932
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA$1,950
Excelsior Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath$2,000
Park Magnolia Apartment Homes1/1 UB$2,000

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Santa Ana Overview

The second most-populated city in the center of Orange County, Santa Ana apartments are consistently in-demand thanks to their winning combination of scenery, ideal location and famous California weather. Home to over 300,000 proud residents and a growing economic base, this sunny hot spot has been ranked by Forbes as 'One of America's Top 5 Safest Cities'.

Why live in Santa Ana, CA?

From the amazing California weather to an ever-growing job market, Santa Ana rentals have much to offer both families on the go and working-class young professionals. With an impressive historical district, not to mention plenty in the way of nightlife and famed eateries, this boisterous city is a jewel of the west coast.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Santa Ana, CA

Ranked #40

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Santa Ana, CA

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Santa Ana Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Ana with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Santa Ana is at Orchid Gardens listed at $1,650.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Santa Ana Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Ana is $3,000.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Santa Ana Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Ana is a 1,676 square feet unit starting from $3,558 at Rise.

What is the average size for Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Santa Ana is currently 976 sq ft.

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