Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Coast Metro Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $500 (42 Rentals)
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Flower Terrace Senior Community

Metro East Senior Park 62+

California Palms Apartments

First Point Apartments Building 1 & 2

Wimbledon Glen
South Coast Metro, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Coast Metro?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Coast Metro Studio Apartments | $2,542 | $1,588 | $4,366 |
South Coast Metro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,005 | $1,479 | $10,000+ |
South Coast Metro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,726 | $520 | $10,000+ |
South Coast Metro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,539 | $1,107 | $7,555 |
South Coast Metro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $1,218 | $2,591 |
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Cheapest Available South Coast Metro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Coast Metro area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Cape priced from $705. La Placita Cinco has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $969. Here are the most affordable South Coast Metro apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Cape | The Bedford | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
La Placita Cinco | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $969 |
South Pointe | Eastwick | 2BR,2BA | $1,025 |
Flower Terrace Senior Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,479 |
Metro East Senior Park 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,588 |
Park City View | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,849 |
Las Casas Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
Park Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
888 on Main | L10 | Studio,1BA | $1,963 |
Newport Village Apartments | Junior 1 Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Coast Metro, CA
As of February 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Coast Metro area is the $2.69 price per square foot The Endurance Model at Broadstone Atlas in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $3,045. The second greatest value South Coast Metro apartment is the 994 Valencia St Model at 994 Valencia St, Unit 104 starting at $3,095 with a $2.76 price per square foot in the Bungalows at Bay Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Coast Metro apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Broadstone Atlas | The Endurance | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
994 Valencia St, Unit 104 | 994 Valencia St | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
Country Squire Apartments | Call for Specials! Fully Renovated 2 Bedroom w/... | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
Kenyon Pointe | Floor Plan Patio | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
16002 S Myrtle Ave, Unit 4 | 16002 S Myrtle Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
La Placita Cinco | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
212 S Orange Ave, Unit A | 212 S Orange Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
3400 South Main Street | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
Walnut East | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
105 Monterey Pines Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in South Coast Metro, Santa Ana, CA
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate
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Best Local Schools in South Coast Metro, Santa Ana, CA
Julia C. Lathrop Intermediate
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Getting Around the South Coast Metro Neighborhood in Santa Ana, CA
Walk Score®
62 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
42 / 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 South Coast Metro Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Coast Metro?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Coast Metro is at Metro East Senior Park 62+ listed at $1,588.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Coast Metro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Coast Metro Apartment is $1,479 at Flower Terrace Senior Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Coast Metro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Coast Metro is starting from $520 at Wimbledon Glen.
What is the most affordable South Coast Metro Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Coast Metro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Placita Cinco and starts from $1,107.
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