Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mission Viejo, CA from $1,000 (14 Rentals)

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Arroyo Vista
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Arroyo Vista

26196 Crown Valley PkyMission Viejo, CA 92692
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Idyllwillow
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Idyllwillow

28032-28032 Marguerite PkyMission Viejo, CA 92692
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eaves Mission Viejo
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

eaves Mission Viejo

24950 Via Florecer ViaMission Viejo, CA 92692
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Groves Seniors 62+
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Groves Seniors 62+

30333 Camino CapistranoSan Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Forest Glen
1 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Glen

25092 Farthing StLake Forest, CA 92630

Mission Viejo, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mission Viejo, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/10/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Mission Viejo, CA area range in price from $1,895 to $9,627 with an overall median price of $4,027. The three Mission Viejo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Aliso at $1,895, Cordova South at $2,235, and Country Club Area at $1,895. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Mission Viejo Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Aliso$3,200$1,89564
Cordova South$3,960$2,235175
Country Club Area$3,960$1,895211
Emerald Pointe$3,960$2,235175
Finisterra Green - Baja$3,960$1,895215
Highland Park$3,960$2,235180
Mission Viejo South$3,960$2,235175
California Colony$4,075$2,099113
Evergreen Ridge$4,075$2,09994
Mission Viejo North$4,075$2,09985

Cheapest Available Mission Viejo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mission Viejo, CA is a Studio unit found at The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior Apartments in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood priced from $1,895. 55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita in the Rancho Santa Margarita North neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,898. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mission Viejo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa MargaritaSedonaStudio,$1,898
Saddleback Ranch Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Up1BR,1BA$2,077
Cortesia at Rancho Santa MargaritaSiena A11BR,1BA$2,172
SYCAMORE LANE APARTMENT HOMESAloeStudio,1BA$2,174

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Viejo, CA

As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Viejo area is the $3.04 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Up Model at Trabuco Villas in the in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood starting from $3,349. The second greatest value Mission Viejo apartment is the Plan B Model at Ridgecrest Apartments starting at $3,097 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Viejo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Trabuco Villas2 Bed 2 Bath Up2BR,2BA$3.04
Ridgecrest ApartmentsPlan B2BR,2BA$2.95
Timbers Apartments, El Toro2 BDRM/1 BATH FIREPLACE2BR,1BA$2.84
Apex Laguna Niguel ApartmentsA61BR,1BA$3.05
Avila at Rancho Santa MargaritaA21BR,1BA$2.91
154 Canyon Woods Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.04
Alicia PlazaPlan B1BR,1BA$3.31
Spring Lakes Apartment HomesPlan B1BR,1BA$3.29
Westridge Apartment HomesSu Casa1BR,1BA$3.02
Alicia VillagePlan A1BR,1BA$3.38

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Getting Around Mission Viejo, CA

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Viejo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Viejo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Viejo is at The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior Apartments listed at $1,895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Viejo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Viejo Apartment is $2,077 at Saddleback Ranch Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Viejo Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Viejo is starting from $2,595 at 55+ FountainGlen Laguna Niguel.

What is the most affordable Mission Viejo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mission Viejo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita and starts from $3,413.

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