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300 E Santa Ana BlvdSanta Ana, CA 92701
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Central City, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central City Studio Apartments | $2,314 | $1,830 | $4,187 |
| Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,945 | $1,691 | $4,511 |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,599 | $2,019 | $5,901 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,131 | $3,936 | $4,326 |
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Cheapest Available Central City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central City area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at BROADWAY PLAZA priced from $1,650. Park City View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Central City apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROADWAY PLAZA | Studio (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Park City View | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| The Imperial Apartments | Studio Style A | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Bush Terrace | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,990 |
| The Regent | 1 Bed, 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Park Downtown Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,015 |
| Las Fuentes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Vintage Woods Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,135 |
| 888 on Main | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,167 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, CA
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $2.45 price per square foot 1522 N Sycamore St Model at 1522 N Sycamore St, Unit A in the in the Downtown Historic District neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the 2x1 Downstairs Model at Garden View Apartments starting at $2,595 with a $2.79 price per square foot in the Central City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1522 N Sycamore St, Unit A | 1522 N Sycamore St | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Garden View Apartments | 2x1 Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Las Fuentes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Pacific Woods Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath A Location | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Bush Terrace | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Vintage Woods Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| The Regent | 1 Bed, 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Park Downtown Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| BROADWAY PLAZA | Studio (A) | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
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Best Local Schools in Central City, Santa Ana, CA
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary
Santa Ana Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (481)
3 out of 10
Gerald P. Carr Intermediate
Santa Ana Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1026)
3 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central City is under $2,167.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central City?
The cheapest apartment in Central City is BROADWAY PLAZA which is listed at $1,650, while the average apartment in Central City costs $3,936.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central City?
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 7 regular apartments in Central City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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