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Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Ana, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/14/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Santa Ana, CA area range in price from $1,273 to $14,743 with an overall median price of $3,980. The three Santa Ana neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Edna Park at $1,694, Casa Bonita at $1,691, and Mar Les at $1,825. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Ana Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Edna Park$3,112$1,694123
Casa Bonita$3,227$1,691122
Mar Les$3,273$1,825131
West Floral Park$3,322$1,691193
Casa De Santiago$3,357$1,681234
Fisher Park$3,357$1,691221
Concord$3,358$1,681228
Riverview$3,387$1,681171
North Harbor$3,395$1,83537
Washington Square$3,395$1,691131

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Metro East Senior Park 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,588
Garden Brook Senior VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,598
Caribbean CoveStudioStudio,1BA$1,681
City PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$1,825
Crystal ViewStudio (A)Studio,1BA$1,882

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA

As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Ana area is the $2.54 price per square foot Plan A Model at Tustin Cottages in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $4,025. The second greatest value Santa Ana apartment is the 2021 Greenleaf St Model at 2021 Greenleaf St starting at $3,000 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Central City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Ana apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tustin CottagesPlan A3BR,2.5BA$2.54
2021 Greenleaf St2021 Greenleaf St2BR,1.5BA$2.00
The Vivere LoftsTwo Bedroom/Two Bath I2BR,2BA$2.48
3400 South Main StreetTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.48
Sunrise Palms2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.27
Kenyon PointeFloor Plan Patio2BR,2BA$2.47
Valley Park2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.40
Arroyo Casa1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.17
Garden View Apartments1x1 Upstairs1BR,1BA$2.45
TUSTIN ARMS APARTMENTS1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.61

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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Ana

What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Ana?

There are currently 2773 Apartments for Rent in Santa Ana, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $14,743. There are also 94 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Ana ranging from $1,000 to $12,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Ana?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Ana ranges from $1,000 to $12,900 with an average monthly rent of $5,688.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Ana?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Ana range from $2,795 to $7,140, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,600 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,950.

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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

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.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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.

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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.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.