
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the El Toro Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $1,100 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the El Toro area of Irvine.


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The Village at Irvine Spectrum

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Esperanza Apartment Homes

198 Billings

Solaira at Pavilion Park

Anton Portola
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The Village at Irvine Spectrum Center

7 Coronado

21271 Ave Nubes

Westridge Apartment Homes

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eaves Lake Forest

Siena Terrace
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El Toro, Irvine, 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 | $3,156 | $2,225 | $4,605 |
| El Toro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,413 | $2,320 | $5,985 |
| El Toro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,119 | $2,714 | $8,400 |
| El Toro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,976 | $3,405 | $4,580 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the El Toro Neighborhood of Irvine, CA.
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Cheapest Available El Toro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the El Toro area of Irvine, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westridge Apartment Homes priced from $2,320. eaves Lake Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,335. Here are the most affordable El Toro apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westridge Apartment Homes | Su Casa | 1BR,1BA | $2,320 |
| eaves Lake Forest | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,335 |
| Emerald Court Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,335 |
| Spring Lakes Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,375 |
| Siena Terrace | Naples | 1BR,1BA | $2,377 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Toro, CA
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Toro area is the $2.94 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bathroom Model at Cedar Glen in the in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value El Toro apartment is the Plan 4 Model at Woodbury Place Apartment Homes starting at $3,895 with a $3.51 price per square foot in the Oak Creek 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. |
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| Cedar Glen | 2 Bed 2 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Woodbury Place Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.51 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
| Portola Place Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Woodbury Lane Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| eaves Lake Forest | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Sonterra at Foothill Ranch | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Spring Lakes Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Westridge Apartment Homes | Su Casa | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Siena Terrace | Naples | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEl Toro, Irvine, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in El Toro, Irvine, CA
Portola Springs Elementary
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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 Village at Irvine Spectrum listed at $2,525.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Toro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Toro Apartment is $2,320 at Westridge Apartment Homes.
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 $2,714 at Siena Terrace.
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