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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Toro Studio Apartments | $3,059 | $1,950 | $4,680 |
| El Toro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,246 | $1,999 | $5,985 |
| El Toro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,916 | $2,632 | $8,400 |
| El Toro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,493 | $3,795 | $4,988 |
The cheapest available apartment rental in El Toro, CA is a Studio unit found at The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood priced from $1,950. Saddleback Ranch Apartments in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Toro apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Villa - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Spring Lakes Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,185 |
| Los Alisos at Mission Viejo | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| Alicia Village | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| SYCAMORE LANE APARTMENT HOMES | Agave | 1BR,1BA | $2,322 |
| Siena Terrace | Naples | 1BR,1BA | $2,357 |
| Vista Del Lago | Costa | 1BR,1BA | $2,360 |
| Westridge Apartment Homes | Su Casa | 1BR,1BA | $2,370 |
| 154 Canyon Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,375 |
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Toro area is the $2.98 price per square foot The Lisbon Model at ARTÀ Apartments in the in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood starting from $4,297. The second greatest value El Toro apartment is the Seine Model at Bellecour Way Apartment Homes starting at $4,070 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Toro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARTÀ Apartments | The Lisbon | 3BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| Bellecour Way Apartment Homes | Seine | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.92 |
| San Sebastian 55+ Active Adult Apartment H... | D | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Cedar Glen | 2 Bed 2 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
| Timbers Apartments, El Toro | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Villa Solana | La Playa | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| 154 Canyon Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
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Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in El Toro is at The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments listed at $1,950.
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Toro Apartment is $1,999 at Saddleback Ranch Apartments.
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Toro is starting from $2,632 at Saddleback Ranch Apartments.
The best deal on a cheap El Toro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bellecour Way Apartment Homes and starts from $4,070.
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