Cheap Homes for Rent in El Toro Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $1,400 (22 Rentals)

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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. Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,220. Here are the most affordable El Toro apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Emerald Court Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2,170
Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,220
eaves Lake ForestA11BR,1BA$2,225
Spring Lakes Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$2,335
Sonterra at Foothill RanchJasmine1BR,1BA$2,368

Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Toro, CA

As of October 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Toro area is the $2.88 price per square foot Lyon Model at Bellecour Way Apartment Homes in the in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood starting from $3,755. The second greatest value El Toro apartment is the Madrid Model at SERRANO HIGHLANDS APARTMENT HOMES starting at $3,574 with a $3.47 price per square foot in the Mission Viejo North 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.
Bellecour Way Apartment HomesLyon2BR,2.5BA$2.88
SERRANO HIGHLANDS APARTMENT HOMESMadrid2BR,2BA$3.47
Westridge Apartment HomesHacienda2BR,2BA$3.13
Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.34
Crestwood Apartment Homes21A2BR,1BA$3.47
Mirasol Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$3.49
Ridgecrest ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$3.30
Trabuco Villas1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.49
Sonterra at Foothill RanchJasmine1BR,1BA$3.36
Siena TerraceNaples1BR,1BA$3.44

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From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
El Toro, Irvine, CA

Ranked #21

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about El Toro

What type of rentals are currently available in El Toro?

There are currently 75 Apartments for Rent in El Toro, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,225 to $8,400. There are also 101 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Toro ranging from $1,400 to $15,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in El Toro?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in El Toro ranges from $1,400 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,620.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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