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3400 Avenue of the Arts

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South Main, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Main?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Main Studio Apartments | $2,835 | $2,330 | $3,700 |
South Main 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,078 | $2,100 | $4,020 |
South Main 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,780 | $2,971 | $4,838 |
South Main 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,890 | $4,521 | $5,716 |
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Cheapest Available South Main Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Main area of Santa Ana, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Las Fuentes priced from $2,100. 3400 Avenue of the Arts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,410. Here are the most affordable South Main apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Las Fuentes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
3400 Avenue of the Arts | Series A.1K | Studio,1BA | $2,410 |
Broadstone Atlas | The Aura | Studio,1BA | $2,436 |
Nineteen01 | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,505 |
The Marke Apartment Community | Plan A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,540 |
The Row at Red Hill | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,640 |
Broadstone Archive | THE HIPSTER | 1BR,1BA | $2,755 |
Broadstone Edition | 1.C | 1BR,1BA | $2,800 |
Broadstone Arden | The Thrive | Studio,1BA | $2,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Main, CA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Main area is the $3.62 price per square foot The Prevail Model at Broadstone Arden in the in the Lemon Heights neighborhood starting from $3,906. The second greatest value South Main apartment is the 2 Bed / 1.0 Bath Model at Nineteen01 starting at $2,971 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the Lemon Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Main apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Broadstone Arden | The Prevail | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
Nineteen01 | 2 Bed / 1.0 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
The Marke Apartment Community | Plan A7 | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
Las Fuentes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
The Row at Red Hill | U1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.63 |
Broadstone Archive | THE AFICIONADO | Studio ,1BA | $4.56 |
Broadstone Edition | 0.A | Studio ,1BA | $4.64 |
Broadstone Atlas | The Aura | Studio ,1BA | $4.65 |
3400 Avenue of the Arts | Series A.1K | Studio ,1BA | $4.55 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Main, Santa Ana, CA
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Best Local Schools in South Main, Santa Ana, CA
Thomas A. Edison Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Main Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Main?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Main is at 3400 Avenue of the Arts listed at $2,410.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Main Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Main Apartment is $2,100 at Las Fuentes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Main Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Main is starting from $2,971 at Nineteen01.
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