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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Irvine, CA
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Apartments Under $800

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    2810 WARNER AVE, IRVINE, CA 92606
    STUDIO $753+

Apartments Under $2,000

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    17272 Walnut, Tustin, CA 92780
    STUDIO $1,940+
    1 BED $2,360+
    2 BEDS $2,870+
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    510 MORTIMER ST, SANTA ANA, CA 92701
    STUDIO $1,950
    1 BED $1,950
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    345 W First Street, Tustin, CA 92780
    STUDIO $1,960+
    1 BED $2,430+
    2 BEDS $2,745+

Apartments Under $2,100

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    23151 Los Alisos Blvd, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    1 BED $2,035+
    2 BEDS $2,826+
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    635 West Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    STUDIO $2,075+
    1 BED $2,275+
    2 BEDS $3,150+
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    2414 N. Tustin Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705
    STUDIO $2,095+
    1 BED $2,200+
    2 BEDS $2,717+

Apartments Under $2,200

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    3400 South Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92707
    1 BED $2,100+
    2 BEDS $2,850
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    3124 South Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92707
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    1 BED $2,108+
    2 BEDS $3,063+
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    25211 Stockport, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
    1 BED $2,130+
    2 BEDS $2,710+
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    3700 South Plaza Drive, Santa Ana, CA 92704
    STUDIO $2,165+
    1 BED $2,308+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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    655 Baker Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    1 BED $2,185+
    2 BEDS $2,920+
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    215 E 15TH ST, SANTA ANA, CA 92701
    1 BED $2,195
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Apartments Under $2,300

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    Rent Specials
    a bedroom with a large bed and a closet at Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626 the pool at the flamingo resort and spa at Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa, California, 92626
    4.5
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    2400 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    17 Units available
    1 BED $2,218+
    2 BEDS $2,795+
    a bedroom with a large bed and a closet at Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626 the pool at the flamingo resort and spa at Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa, California, 92626 a gym with cardio equipment and weights on the floor at Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa, California, 92626 a yard with palm trees and a sidewalk at Mediterranean Village Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa
    Property reviews
    5/5 COLLEEN M. on Feb 4, 2025

    I love living here?? It is maintained well and the staff is always helpful and friendly.

    5/5 Cynthia C. on Oct 29, 2024

    Its close to alot of places to eat and shop. Its very clean apartment complex and everyone is respectful.

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    4 Austin, Irvine, CA 92604
    1 BED $2,265+
    2 BEDS $2,660+

Apartments Under $2,400

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    1142 Buckingham Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
    STUDIO $2,340+
    1 BED $2,625+
    2 BEDS $2,965+
  • Top Rated for Location
    a kitchen with a refrigerator freezer next to a stove top oven at Laguna Gardens Apts., California a bedroom with a bed and a mirror at Laguna Gardens Apts., Laguna Niguel
    4.5
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    24455 Via Pansa, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
    10 Units available
    1 BED $2,435+
    2 BEDS $3,104+
    a kitchen with a refrigerator freezer next to a stove top oven at Laguna Gardens Apts., California a bedroom with a bed and a mirror at Laguna Gardens Apts., Laguna Niguel a large swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees in the background at Laguna Gardens Apts., Laguna Niguel, California a dog park with a large blue dog kennel and a red fire hydrant at Laguna Gardens Apts., California, 92677
    Property reviews
    5/5 Susana R. on Oct 3, 2023

    Vivo aqui desde 2017, muy comodos los apartamentos y luminosos

    5/5 Amelia E. on May 16, 2023

    E vivido 21 años y es el mejor lugar....esta linmpio y esta todo cerca las tiendas escuelas ..y la abiente seguro

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    24152 Hollyoak, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
    1 BED $2,467+
    2 BEDS $3,360+
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    50 Eastshore, Irvine, CA 92604
    1 BED $2,510+
    2 BEDS $3,042+
    3 BEDS $3,950+
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    2750 Kelvin Avenue, Irvine, CA 92614
    STUDIO $2,540+
    1 BED $2,749+
    2 BEDS $3,211+
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    99 Talisman, Irvine, CA 92620
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    1602 Nisson Rd, Tustin, CA 92780
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    15520 Tustin Village Way, Tustin, CA 92780
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    25952 Via Lomas, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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    241 Avocado Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Irvine, CA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $753 and $14,364.

How many cheap rentals are available in Irvine, CA on RentCafe?

There are 39 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Irvine, CA were last updated on 29 Apr 2025.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Irvine, CA?

The average Irvine, CA cheap apartment size is 671 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Irvine, CA?

Cheap apartments in Irvine, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Irvine, CA?

A cheap apartment in Irvine, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

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Finding the right apartment as far as size and location go is one aspect of apartment searching, but making sure that it provides all that you need within a reasonable price is another. On RentCafe, you can search for cheap apartments near you and ensure that you find one that suites your needs. Worried the neighborhood or city you are looking to move to is known to have higher rents? You can browse our listings and find the cheap apartments in any location, whether you are looking at a specific neighborhood, ZIP code, or city.

The perfect apartment for you is out there, either near you or anywhere in the U.S. that you are looking to move to. So, let's find the one that satisfies your wants and needs, but that also comes at an affordable price.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Irvine, CA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Irvine, CA has never been easier. We feature 144 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Irvine, CA average. What is a cheap rent in Irvine, CA? The average apartment rent in Irvine is $3,198 per month so any rental south of $2,559 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Irvine, CA rents go as low as $753/mo.

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