
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Aliso Viejo, CA from $1,800 (47 Rentals)
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Aventine at Aliso Viejo

City Lights at Town Center

Vantis

Alicante Apartment Homes

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Ravello

Aliso Town Center Apartment Homes
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ARTÀ Apartments

34 Santa Monica St

Aliso Creek Apartments

22681 Oakgrove

23412 Pacific Park Dr

46 Rainwood

49 Whippoorwill Ln

The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments

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23941 Landisview Ave

Aloma Apartments

eaves Lake Forest

The Palms at Laguna Niguel

23732 Hillhurst Dr

3018 Via Buena Vis, Unit 3018-c Via Buena Vista

Blu Apartments

Laguna Gardens

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IMT Laguna Niguel
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Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments

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Hanover Laguna Niguel

Skye

Artisan Laguna Beach

5368 Algarrobo, Unit E

Reata Oakbrook Village

Vilara

The Whispering Fountains at Laguna Woods

Sofi Laguna Hills
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Creekside Laguna Apartments

Alicia Village

24381 Acaso

Alicia Plaza

2238 Via Puerta, Unit E

Timbers Apartments, El Toro

26701 Quail Creek

25531 Indian Hill Ln

2233 Via Puerta, Unit N
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Pointe Niguel Apartments

2293 Via Puerta, Unit O
Aliso Viejo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Aliso Viejo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Aliso Viejo Studio Apartments | $2,537 | $1,895 | $3,503 |
| Cheap Aliso Viejo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,921 | $2,300 | $5,035 |
| Cheap Aliso Viejo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,765 | $2,400 | $6,950 |
| Cheap Aliso Viejo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,419 | $3,950 | $4,905 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Aliso Viejo, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/25/2026Current apartment rentals in the Aliso Viejo, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Aliso Viejo Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Posada - Lomas Laguna | $4,375 | $1,895 | 213 |
| Quail Creek | $4,375 | $1,895 | 216 |
| Harbor Island | $5,030 | $1,928 | 109 |
Cheapest Available Aliso Viejo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Aliso Viejo, CA is a Studio unit found at The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood priced from $1,895. Aloma Apartments in the Highland Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Aliso Viejo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Villa - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Aloma Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| eaves Lake Forest | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,315 |
| Wood Canyon Villas | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,370 |
| The Palms at Laguna Niguel | Seville | 1BR,1BA | $2,377 |
| SYCAMORE LANE APARTMENT HOMES | Agave | 1BR,1BA | $2,458 |
| Aliso Creek Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $2,469 |
| Laguna Gardens | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,473 |
| Timbers Apartments, El Toro | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,505 |
| Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,535 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Aliso Viejo, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Aliso Viejo area is the $2.91 price per square foot The Milan Model at ARTÀ Apartments in the in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood starting from $4,015. The second greatest value Aliso Viejo apartment is the 2x2 Model at San Sebastian starting at $3,305 with a $3.02 price per square foot in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Aliso Viejo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARTÀ Apartments | The Milan | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.91 |
| San Sebastian | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| The Vista at Laguna | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A + XL Patio | 2BR,2BA | $3.29 |
| Alicia Village | Plan D | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Alicia Plaza | Plan D | 2BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Ravello | 1G | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Aliso Creek Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Timbers Apartments, El Toro | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Aloma Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| eaves Lake Forest | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Aliso Viejo Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Aliso Viejo?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Aliso Viejo is under $2,535.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Aliso Viejo?
The cheapest apartment in Aliso Viejo is Aloma Apartments which is listed at $2,300, while the average apartment in Aliso Viejo costs $4,593.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Aliso Viejo?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Aliso Viejo that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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