Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Main Neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA from $1,200 (34 Rentals)

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Wilshire Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Wilshire Apartments

1201-1233 E Wilshire AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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1810 S. Broadway
3 Bedroom Apartments

1810 S. Broadway

1810 S BroadwaySanta Ana, CA 92707

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1434-1438 Minnie St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1434-1438 Minnie St

1434-1438 Minnie StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Southtown
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Southtown

2140 S Main StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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1234 E Borchard Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1234 E Borchard Ave

1234 E Borchard AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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1414-1422 S Minnie St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1414-1422 S Minnie St

1414-1422 S Minnie StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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1426 Minnie St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1426 Minnie St

1426 Minnie StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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1401 S Standard Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1401 S Standard Ave

1401 S Standard AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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1705 Evergreen St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1705 Evergreen St

1705 Evergreen StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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1609 Cedar St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1609 Cedar St

1609 Cedar StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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1409 S Standard Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1409 S Standard Ave

1409 S Standard AveSanta Ana, CA 92707
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Evergreen Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Evergreen Apartments

1601-1605 Evergreen StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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1817 Cedar St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1817 Cedar St

1817 Cedar StSanta Ana, CA 92707
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1434 S Sycamore St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1434 S Sycamore St

1434 S Sycamore StSanta Ana, CA 92707

South Main, Santa Ana, CA Local Guide

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 $2,200. Broadstone Atlas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,370. Here are the most affordable South Main apartments for rent in Santa Ana, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Las Fuentes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,200
Broadstone AtlasThe AuraStudio,1BA$2,370
3400 Avenue of the ArtsSeries A.1KStudio,1BA$2,485
Broadstone ArchiveTHE AFICIONADOStudio,1BA$2,496
The Marke Apartment CommunityPlan A31BR,1BA$2,540
The Row at Red HillA31BR,1BA$2,640
RaffertyS2Studio,1BA$2,658
Broadstone ArdenThe Hustle1BR,1BA$2,773
Broadstone Edition2.A2BR,2BA$3,799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Main, CA

As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Main area is the $3.66 price per square foot 2.B Model at Broadstone Edition in the in the South Main neighborhood starting from $4,559. The second greatest value South Main apartment is the THE MAKER Model at Broadstone Archive starting at $3,234 with a $4.11 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Broadstone Edition2.B2BR,2BA$3.66
Broadstone ArchiveTHE MAKER1BR,1BA$4.11
Broadstone ArdenThe Hustle1BR,1BA$3.54
The Marke Apartment CommunityPlan A41BR,1BA$3.53
Las Fuentes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.01
The Row at Red HillU11BR,1BA$4.63
RaffertyS3Studio ,1BA$4.81
Broadstone AtlasThe AuraStudio ,1BA$4.31
3400 Avenue of the ArtsSeries A.1KStudio ,1BA$4.69

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Main, Santa Ana, CA

Ranked #50

Among neighborhoods in Santa Ana, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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 Broadstone Atlas listed at $2,435.

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 $3,100 at The Marke Apartment Community.

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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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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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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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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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.