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

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Solaira at Pavilion Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Solaira at Pavilion Park

100 Ridge VlyIrvine, CA 92618
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Anton Portola
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Anton Portola

100 FountainheadIrvine, CA 92618
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El Toro, Irvine, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Emerald Court Apartment HomesPlan 21BR,1BA$2,170
eaves Lake ForestA11BR,1BA$2,210
Spring Lakes Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$2,230
Siena TerraceNaples1BR,1BA$2,317
Westridge Apartment HomesSu Casa1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cedar Glen2 Bed 2 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.94
Trabuco VillasPlan 2A2BR,2BA$3.19
SERRANO HIGHLANDS APARTMENT HOMESMadrid2BR,2BA$3.42
Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.21
Portola Place Apartment HomesPlan 41BR,1BA$3.42
Ridgecrest ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$3.10
eaves Lake ForestA11BR,1BA$3.04
Emerald Court Apartment HomesPlan 21BR,1BA$3.10
Westridge Apartment HomesSu Casa1BR,1BA$3.44
Siena TerraceNaples1BR,1BA$3.31

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
El Toro, Irvine, CA

Ranked #18

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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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.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!