9781 Acacia Ave, Apt 10, Garden Grove, CA 92841
1 bed · 1 bath · 11.6 mi from campus · 570 sq ft · Condo
$1,825/mo
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Cheap apartments near University of California-Irvine
Explore cheap apartments near University of California-Irvine in Irvine, CA. Live listings, rent trends, and student-focused insights for budget-conscious students.
Average rent
$2,319/mo
Walk score
74/100
Listings
24
Avg commute
~34 min
Student budget fit
Typical all-in monthly costs near University of California-Irvine land around ~$3,460/mo estimated when sharing a 2BR. Use the budget calculator and roommate tools before signing — headline rent is only part of the story.
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Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this hub are ranked for student-friendly walkability and residential stability.
Transportation for students
Transit convenience near Irvine, CA scores about 80/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.
Best areas for students
Students targeting cheap apartments often start in Irvine Heights and College Hill before expanding search radius.
Matching inventory
24 active listings match this category near University of California-Irvine. Compare rent, commute, and roommate options before touring.
Rent trends
Studio trend
$2,200/mo avg
1 bedroom trend
$2,700/mo avg
2 bedroom trend
$3,750/mo avg
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$2,319/mo
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94/100
Relative to campus median rents
Safety
80/100
Walkability and residential stability
Convenience
75/100
Commute and daily errands
Nightlife
87/100
Social scene proximity
Transportation
90/100
Transit and shuttle access
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1345 Cabrillo Park Dr, Apt G13, Santa Ana, CA 92701
1 bed · 1 bath · 7.9 mi from campus · 492 sq ft · Condo
$1,895/mo
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393 Hamilton St, Apt N1, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
1 bed · 1 bath · 4.4 mi from campus · 576 sq ft · Apartment
$2,115/mo
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15400 Belgrade St, Apt 83, Westminster, CA 92683
1 bed · 1 bath · 9.5 mi from campus · 752 sq ft · Apartment
$2,195/mo
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15400 Belgrade St, Apt 45, Westminster, CA 92683
1 bed · 1 bath · 9.5 mi from campus · 752 sq ft · Apartment
$2,195/mo
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132 E Bay St, Apt D, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
1 bed · 1 bath · 4.1 mi from campus · 700 sq ft · Single Family
$2,250/mo
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3630 Westminster Ave, Unit 413, Santa Ana, CA 92703
0 bed · 1 bath · 9.2 mi from campus · 523 sq ft · Apartment
$2,258/mo
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How much does cheap apartments cost near University of California-Irvine?
Filtered listings average about $2,319/month near University of California-Irvine. Campus-wide averages run $2,700 for 1BR and $3,750 for 2BR.
Where should I look for cheap apartments near University of California-Irvine?
Students often start in Irvine Heights and College Hill. Compare 24 listings filtered for budget-conscious students before expanding your search radius.
When should University of California-Irvine students start searching for cheap apartments?
Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For University of California-Irvine, starting 90 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.
What is considered cheap rent near University of California-Irvine?
Listings at or below the campus median are flagged as budget-friendly. Shared 2BR splits often land near $1,900/person/month.
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