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Murrieta, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Murrieta, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/27/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Murrieta, CA area range in price from $1,000 to $6,968 with an overall median price of $4,008. The three Murrieta neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Murrieta at $1,695, Murrieta East at $1,875, and Winchester Silverhawk at $1,875. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Murrieta Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Murrieta$3,345$1,695275
Murrieta East$3,789$1,875225
Winchester Silverhawk$3,789$1,875227
Spencers Crossing$4,089$1,000139
Outer SW Riverside County Temecula$4,389$1,0001100
Copper Canyon$4,649$1,695230

Cheapest Available Murrieta Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Murrieta, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 55+ FountainGlen Grand Isle in the Estrella Hills neighborhood priced from $1,630. Crescent Heights Luxury Apartment Homes in the Estrella Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Murrieta apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
55+ FountainGlen Grand IsleAntigua1BR,1BA$1,630
Crescent Heights Luxury Apartment HomesStudio LoftStudio,1BA$1,695
55+ FountainGlen TemeculaMission1BR,1BA$1,837

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Murrieta, CA

As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Murrieta area is the $2.26 price per square foot Plan 1 Model at Tricon Menifee in the in the Vista Del Valle neighborhood starting from $3,299. The second greatest value Murrieta apartment is the Santa Cruz Model at Sonoma at Mapleton Apartments starting at $2,675 with a $2.49 price per square foot in the Spencers Crossing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Murrieta apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tricon MenifeePlan 13BR,2.5BA$2.26
Sonoma at Mapleton ApartmentsSanta Cruz2BR,2BA$2.49
Pacific LandingThe Acacia2BR,2BA$2.32
Gables Oak CreekChestnut2BR,2BA$2.48
Gables Alta Murrieta2BDM2BR,2BA$2.33
Tricon WildomarPlan 22BR,2.5BA$2.64
Stonewood Apartment Homes2x22BR,2BA$2.64
Oak Springs Ranch2A1BR,1BA$2.64
Dakota ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2.52
Hilltop at Winchester CreekR1A1BR,1BA$2.53

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Frequently Asked Questions about Murrieta

What type of rentals are currently available in Murrieta?

There are currently 118 Apartments for Rent in Murrieta, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $6,631. There are also 136 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Murrieta ranging from $950 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Murrieta?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Murrieta ranges from $950 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,024.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Murrieta?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Murrieta range from $2,450 to $6,631, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,595 to $4,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,449 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,900.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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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.