
Cheap Apartments for Rent near El Toro, CA from $1,800 (47 Rentals)
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Saddleback Ranch Apartments

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Westridge Apartment Homes

Los Alisos at Mission Viejo

The Village at Irvine Spectrum

The Park at Irvine Spectrum

Siena Terrace

154 Canyon Woods Apartments
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Sonterra at Foothill Ranch

Vista Del Lago

River Oaks Apartments

Alicia Viejo Apartment Homes

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eaves Lake Forest

Vantis

The Arbors

Los Olivos at Irvine Spectrum
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Avalon Baker Ranch

Centerpointe at Irvine Spectrum

Promenade at Irvine Spectrum

Vista Bella Apartment Homes

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Adagio on the Green

Alize Apartment Homes

Reata Oakbrook Village

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ARTÀ Apartments

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Ravello

23321 La Crescenta

Forest Glen

eaves Mission Viejo

Spring Lakes Apartment Homes

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Creekside Laguna Apartments

Emerald Court Apartment Homes

25895 Marguerite Pkwy
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24381 Acaso

Alicia Village

Timbers Apartments, El Toro

26832 Belleza Cir

Alicia Plaza

Madrid

23412 Pacific Park Dr

Bellecour Way Apartment Homes

Ridgecrest Apartments
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Trabuco Villas

239 Calle Aragon
El Toro, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Toro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Toro Studio Apartments | $2,897 | $1,895 | $4,830 |
| El Toro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,273 | $2,167 | $5,660 |
| El Toro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,053 | $2,847 | $7,155 |
| El Toro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,354 | $4,010 | $4,985 |
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Cheapest Available El Toro Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 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 $1,895. Westridge Apartment Homes in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,150. 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 | $1,895 |
| Westridge Apartment Homes | Navaho | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Down | 1BR,1BA | $2,212 |
| eaves Mission Viejo | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,220 |
| Spring Lakes Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,265 |
| Emerald Court Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| The Park at Irvine Spectrum | Plan 4 | Studio,1BA | $2,365 |
| Alicia Village | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Los Alisos at Mission Viejo | One Bedroom A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,412 |
| Siena Terrace | Naples | 1BR,1BA | $2,412 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Toro, CA and Nearby
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Toro area is the $2.99 price per square foot The Milan Model at ARTÀ Apartments in the in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood starting from $4,127. The second greatest value El Toro 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 El Toro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARTÀ Apartments | The Milan | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.99 |
| San Sebastian | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| Alicia Plaza | Plan F | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
| Ravello | 1G | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| 154 Canyon Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Down | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Timbers Apartments, El Toro | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| SYCAMORE LANE APARTMENT HOMES | Agave | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Alicia Village | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Toro Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in El Toro?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in El Toro is at The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments listed at $1,895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Toro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Toro Apartment is $2,212 at Saddleback Ranch Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom El Toro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Toro is starting from $2,750 at Alicia Village.
What is the most affordable El Toro Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap El Toro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at eaves Lake Forest and starts from $4,010.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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