Cheap Apartments for Rent in the El Camino Real Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $500 (25 Rentals)

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El Camino Real, Irvine, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available El Camino Real Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the El Camino Real area of Irvine, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Point priced from $2,300. Deerfield Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable El Camino Real apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage PointPlan A1BR,1BA$2,300
Deerfield Apartment HomesPlan 1Studio,1BA$2,300
Windwood Glen Apartment HomesPlan 21BR,1BA$2,370
Northwood Apartment HomesNorthwood Place- Plan A1BR,1BA$2,380
Windwood Knoll Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2,390

Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Camino Real, CA

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Camino Real area is the $3.28 price per square foot Plan F Model at Sonoma Apartment Homes in the in the Oak Creek neighborhood starting from $4,385. The second greatest value El Camino Real apartment is the Plan D Model at Woodbridge Willows Apartment Homes starting at $3,970 with a $3.14 price per square foot in the Oak Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Camino Real apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sonoma Apartment HomesPlan F3BR,2BA$3.28
Woodbridge Willows Apartment HomesPlan D3BR,2BA$3.14
Cross Creek ApartmentsPlan 23BR,2BA$3.34
Shadow Oaks Apartment HomesPlan C2BR,2BA$3.43
Santa Clara Apartment HomesPlan E2BR,2BA$2.97
Santa Maria Apartment HomesPlan A2BR,2BA$3.29
Brittany Apartment HomesPlan 82BR,2BA$3.48
Windwood Knoll Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$3.20
Woodbridge Pines Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$3.44
San Marino Villa Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$3.44

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
El Camino Real, Irvine, CA

Ranked #27

Among neighborhoods in Irvine, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the El Camino Real Neighborhood in Irvine, CA

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

75 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Camino Real Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in El Camino Real?

The cheapest apartment in El Camino Real is Heritage Point which is listed at $2,300, while the average apartment in El Camino Real costs $5,850.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in El Camino Real?

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 10 regular apartments in El Camino Real that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in El Camino Real?

Cheap apartments in El Camino Real have an average cost of $238 which is $5,612 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in El Camino Real.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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