Cheap Homes for Rent in El Toro Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $1,500 (11 Rentals)

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property at 220 Springview

$2,400

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$2,400

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$2,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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220 Springview

IrvineCA92620

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property at 96 Streamwood

$2,800

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$2,800

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$2,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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96 Streamwood

IrvineCA92620
property at 177 Hargrove

$2,980

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$2,980

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$2,980

1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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177 Hargrove

IrvineCA92620

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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 Studio unit found at Westridge Apartment Homes priced from $2,170. Emerald Court Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,240. Here are the most affordable El Toro apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westridge Apartment HomesNavahoStudio,1BA$2,170
Emerald Court Apartment HomesPlan 21BR,1BA$2,240
eaves Lake ForestA11BR,1BA$2,300
Spring Lakes Apartment HomesPlan B1BR,1BA$2,310
The Park at Irvine SpectrumPlan 4Studio,1BA$2,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Toro, CA

As of April 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Toro area is the $3.51 price per square foot 21A Model at Crestwood Apartment Homes in the in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood starting from $3,160. The second greatest value El Toro apartment is the Plan 2 Model at Portola Place Apartment Homes starting at $2,655 with a $3.28 price per square foot in the Irvine Spectrum 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.
Crestwood Apartment Homes21A2BR,1BA$3.51
Portola Place Apartment HomesPlan 21BR,1BA$3.28
Woodbury Lane Apartment HomesPlan 21BR,1BA$3.40
Ridgecrest ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$3.38
SERRANO HIGHLANDS APARTMENT HOMESCambria1BR,1BA$3.58
Mirasol Apartment HomesPlan B1BR,1BA$3.51
eaves Lake ForestA11BR,1BA$3.17
Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.48
Sonterra at Foothill RanchJasmine1BR,1BA$3.51
Siena TerraceNaples1BR,1BA$3.44

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El Toro, Irvine, CA

Ranked #19

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 71 Apartments for Rent in El Toro, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,170 to $7,375. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Toro ranging from $1,500 to $8,900.

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 $1,500 to $8,900 with an average monthly rent of $4,371.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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.