
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the El Toro Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $1,100 (15 Rentals)
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130 Cadence

113 Pacer, Unit Master suite in Irvine

17 Nature

Furnished Studio-Orange County - Irvine Spectrum
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Solaira at Pavilion Park

Anton Portola

The Village at Irvine Spectrum Center

21496 Firwood

22482 Lake Forest Ln
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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 | $3,167 | $2,069 | $4,860 |
| El Toro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,396 | $2,190 | $5,775 |
| El Toro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,175 | $2,802 | $7,210 |
| El Toro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,595 | $3,726 | $5,960 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 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 Emerald Court Apartment Homes priced from $2,170. eaves Lake Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,210. Here are the most affordable El Toro apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Court Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,170 |
| eaves Lake Forest | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,210 |
| Spring Lakes Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,230 |
| Siena Terrace | Naples | 1BR,1BA | $2,317 |
| Westridge Apartment Homes | Su Casa | 1BR,1BA | $2,405 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Toro, CA
As of January 06, 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 2A Model at Trabuco Villas starting at $3,509 with a $3.19 price per square foot in the Mission Viejo Central 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Glen | 2 Bed 2 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Trabuco Villas | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.19 |
| SERRANO HIGHLANDS APARTMENT HOMES | Madrid | 2BR,2BA | $3.42 |
| Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.21 |
| Portola Place Apartment Homes | Plan 4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| eaves Lake Forest | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Emerald Court Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Westridge Apartment Homes | Su Casa | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Siena Terrace | Naples | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
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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 Park at Irvine Spectrum listed at $2,425.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Toro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Toro Apartment is $2,170 at Emerald Court 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 $2,802 at Siena Terrace.
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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