
Cheap Homes for Rent in El Toro Neighborhood of Irvine, CA from $1,500 (6 Rentals)
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49 Spanish Lace

157 Streamwood
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El Toro, Irvine, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in El Toro?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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El Toro 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,989 | $3,350 | $4,500 |
El Toro 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,991 | $4,000 | $6,500 |
El Toro 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,092 | $4,400 | $8,500 |
El Toro 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,816 | $6,950 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 6 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 2 Beds unit found at Arroyo at Baker Ranch priced from $1,778. Westridge Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,165. Here are the most affordable El Toro apartments for rent in Irvine, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Arroyo at Baker Ranch | BR2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,778 |
Westridge Apartment Homes | Navaho | Studio,1BA | $2,165 |
Spring Lakes Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,180 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Toro, CA
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Toro area is the $3.04 price per square foot Montecito Model at SERRANO HIGHLANDS APARTMENT HOMES in the in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood starting from $3,131. The second greatest value El Toro apartment is the Heather Model at Sonterra at Foothill Ranch starting at $3,108 with a $3.11 price per square foot in the Pacific Commerce Center 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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SERRANO HIGHLANDS APARTMENT HOMES | Montecito | 2BR,2BA | $3.04 |
Sonterra at Foothill Ranch | Heather | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
Arroyo at Baker Ranch | BR2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Crestwood Apartment Homes | 21A | 2BR,1BA | $3.42 |
Woodbury Lane apartment homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
Mirasol Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
eaves Lake Forest | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
Emerald Court Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
Siena Terrace | Naples | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about El Toro
What type of rentals are currently available in El Toro?
There are currently 73 Apartments for Rent in El Toro, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,165 to $13,300. There are also 68 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Toro ranging from $1,500 to $12,000.
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 $1,500 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,204.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in El Toro?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in El Toro range from $3,360 to $7,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,000 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.
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