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Metro East Senior Park 62+
2222 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Garden Court Apartments
300 E Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92701
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1111 Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92703
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First Point Apartments Building 1 & 2
2112-2116 E 1st StSanta Ana, CA 92705
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Creekview Senior Community
353 S Tustin StOrange, CA 92866
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Garden Brook Senior Village
10028-10082 Garden Grove BlvdGarden Grove, CA 92844
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2175 S Mallul DrAnaheim, CA 92802
Santa Ana, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Ana?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Santa Ana Studio Apartments | $2,479 | $1,588 | $5,110 |
| Cheap Santa Ana 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,902 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Ana 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,593 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Santa Ana 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,161 | $2,795 | $6,730 |
| Cheap Santa Ana 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,950 | $3,950 | $3,950 |
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Santa Ana, CA Local Guide
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Justin HabersaatEditing Staff
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Ana, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/26/2025Current apartment rentals in the Santa Ana, CA area range in price from $1,273 to $13,857 with an overall median price of $3,960. The three Santa Ana neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Mid City at $1,975, Heninger Park at $2,000, and Rosewood Baker at $1,995. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Ana Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid City | $1,975 | $1,975 | 29 |
| Heninger Park | $2,712 | $2,000 | 555 |
| Rosewood Baker | $3,210 | $1,995 | 592 |
| Edna Park | $3,250 | $1,808 | 4538 |
| Mar Les | $3,287 | $1,825 | 4381 |
| North Harbor | $3,325 | $1,950 | 1097 |
| South Harbor | $3,470 | $1,950 | 2897 |
| Centennial Park | $3,560 | $1,875 | 2627 |
| South Coast | $3,571 | $2,075 | 3549 |
| Bristol Warner | $3,650 | $1,875 | 4344 |
Cheapest Available Santa Ana Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Ana, CA is a Studio unit found at Metro East Senior Park 62+ in the City Center neighborhood priced from $1,588. Garden Brook Senior Village in the Central OC West of I 5 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,598. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Ana apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro East Senior Park 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,588 |
| Garden Brook Senior Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,598 |
| Caribbean Cove | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,681 |
| Harmony Creek | 1x1-550 | 1BR,1BA | $1,689 |
| City Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| Crystal View | Studio (A) | Studio,1BA | $1,829 |
| 155 Pinewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Orange Grove | Plan S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,873 |
| Las Casas Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| BROADWAY PLAZA | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath- Large (D) | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Ana area is the $2.00 price per square foot 2021 Greenleaf St Model at 2021 Greenleaf St in the in the Central City neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Santa Ana apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at 3400 South Main Street starting at $2,850 with a $2.48 price per square foot in the Valley Adams neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Ana apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2021 Greenleaf St | 2021 Greenleaf St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| 3400 South Main Street | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| La Madera Apartments | 2 BDRM/1.5 BATH TOWNHOUSE | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.43 |
| Sunrise Palms | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.27 |
| Kenyon Pointe | Floor Plan Patio | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| Valley Park | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.47 |
| Georgetown Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.65 |
| Arroyo Casa | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Garden View Apartments | 1x1 Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| French Quarter Apartments | The Bourbon Street - 1 BR, 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
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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.
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Ana Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Santa Ana?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Santa Ana is under $1,900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Ana?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Ana is Harmony Creek which is listed at $1,689, while the average apartment in Santa Ana costs $3,960.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santa Ana?
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 19,195 regular apartments in Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana?
Cheap apartments in Santa Ana have an average cost of $303 which is $3,657 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Ana.
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.
Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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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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