The Row at Red Hill
2010 E Warner Ave,
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Studio - 3 Beds | $2,749 - $6,830
Rental Market Trends in Santa Ana, CA
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Santa Ana, CA is $2,231/month.
Rent in Santa Ana is 34% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,231/month
Average Rent
668 Sq Ft
Average Size
-0.4%
Change / Year
2,035
Available Apartments
Santa Ana rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Santa Ana average $2,006 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Santa Ana average $2,231 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Santa Ana average $2,861 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Santa Ana average $3,302 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Santa Ana, CA?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.4%, which averages out to $9 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Santa Ana, CA
August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
4%
$700 - $1,000/month
34%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
22%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
39%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Santa Ana?
Based on current rent prices, Willard, Heninger Park and Windsor Village North are the most affordable neighborhoods in Santa Ana.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Santa Ana?
Based on current rent prices, Lacy, Flower Park and South Coast Metro are the most expensive neighborhoods in Santa Ana.
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Which Santa Ana neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Santa Ana with the most apartments available are South Coast Metro, Flower Park and Lacy .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Santa Ana, CA?
Because the average rent in Santa Ana is $2,231, you’ll want to make about $7,436 per month or $89,232 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Santa Ana, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Santa Ana, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Santa Ana Area GuideStudio
$722/month
$1,648/month
One Bedroom
$1,098/month
$2,507/month
Two Bedroom
$1,499/month
$3,194/month
Three Bedroom
$1,065/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Fountain Valley
Avg Rent: $2,348/month
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Tustin
Avg Rent: $2,369/month
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Garden Grove
Avg Rent: $1,883/month
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Costa Mesa
Avg Rent: $2,562/month
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Midway City
Avg Rent: $2,018/month
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Orange
Avg Rent: $2,459/month
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Westminster
Avg Rent: $2,173/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Santa Ana?
The average rent in Santa Ana is $2,231 per month, which is 34.2% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Santa Ana?
The average rent for a house in Santa Ana, CA is $4,339 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Santa Ana?
The average rent for a townhome in Santa Ana, CA is $3,048 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Santa Ana?
Rents in Santa Ana, CA are decreasing, with prices down 0.4% year-over-year and $9 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Santa Ana?
In Santa Ana, CA, 39% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.