
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central City Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,500 (4 Rentals)
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619 E Walnut St

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Central City, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,975 | $2,750 | $3,200 |
Central City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,798 | $3,600 | $3,995 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central City Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, CA
As of April 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City 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 Central City apartment is the 615 E Chestnut Ave Model at 615 E Chestnut Ave, Unit #A starting at $3,500 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Downtown Historic District 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. |
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2021 Greenleaf St | 2021 Greenleaf St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
615 E Chestnut Ave, Unit #A | 615 E Chestnut Ave | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.33 |
Garden View Apartments | 2x1 Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
850 N. Van Ness Ave. | 2BD x 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
BROADWAY PLAZA | 2 Bedroom, 1 1/4 Bath (C) | 2BR,1BA | $3.07 |
Excelsior Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Las Fuentes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
Harbor Pointe Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
Vintage Woods Apartments | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
215 W Washington Ave, Unit 215 | 215 W Washington Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central City
What type of rentals are currently available in Central City?
There are currently 984 Apartments for Rent in Central City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,550 to $5,901. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central City ranging from $1,500 to $3,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central City ranges from $1,500 to $3,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,625.
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
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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.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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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.

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.