Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake Elsinore, CA from $400 (43 Rentals)

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226 E Peck St
1 Bedroom Apartments

226 E Peck St

226 E Peck StLake Elsinore, CA 92530

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Sierra Vista Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Vista Apartments

15177 Lincoln StLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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32986 Blackwell Blvd
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

32986 Blackwell Blvd

32986 Blackwell BlvdLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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Parkside Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside Apartments

442 N Kellogg StLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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Villa Siena
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Siena

31300 Auto Center DrLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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Lakeview Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeview Apartments

32209 Riverside DrLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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17856 Grand Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

17856 Grand Ave

17856 Grand AveLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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505 W Limited Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

505 W Limited Ave

505 W Limited AveLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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16341-16347 Grand Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

16341-16347 Grand Ave

16341-16347 Grand AveLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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Parkview Townhomes
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Townhomes

597-639 Woodcrest DrLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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313-317 N Main St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

313-317 N Main St

313-317 N Main StLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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110-118 W Heald Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

110-118 W Heald Ave

110-118 W Heald AveLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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307 N Riley St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

307 N Riley St

307 N Riley StLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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304 S Spring St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

304 S Spring St

304 S Spring StLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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16420 W Joy St
3 Bedroom Apartments

16420 W Joy St

16420 W Joy StLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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501 W Limited Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

501 W Limited Ave

501 W Limited AveLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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509 W Limited St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

509 W Limited St

509 W Limited StLake Elsinore, CA 92530

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507 W Limited Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

507 W Limited Ave

507 W Limited AveLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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212 N Langstaff St
2 Bedroom Apartments

212 N Langstaff St

212 N Langstaff StLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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17586-17596 Grand Ave
Studio Apartments

17586-17596 Grand Ave

17586-17596 Grand AveLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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121 S Spring St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

121 S Spring St

121 S Spring StLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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21000 Mariposa Rd
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

21000 Mariposa Rd

21000 Mariposa RdLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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3681 Nashland Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3681 Nashland Ave

3681 Nashland AveLake Elsinore, CA 92530

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16459 Joy St
3 Bedroom Apartments

16459 Joy St

16459 Joy StLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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15129 Joy St
Studio Apartments

15129 Joy St

15129 Joy StLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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503 Limited Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

503 Limited Ave

503 Limited AveLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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17810 Grand Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

17810 Grand Ave

17810 Grand AveLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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511 W Limited Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

511 W Limited Ave

511 W Limited AveLake Elsinore, CA 92530
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705 Quail Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

705 Quail Dr

705 Quail DrLake Elsinore, CA 92530

Lake Elsinore, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Lake Elsinore, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/31/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Lake Elsinore, CA area range in price from $1,550 to $4,072 with an overall median price of $3,208. The three Lake Elsinore neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Horsethief Canyon at $1,695, Country Club Heights Lakeland at $1,550, and Alderbrook at Canyon Hills at $1,985. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Lake Elsinore Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Horsethief Canyon$2,075$1,6952
Country Club Heights Lakeland$2,510$1,5502
Alderbrook at Canyon Hills$3,075$1,985234
Brookview Terrace$3,075$1,985234
Alberhill Ranch$3,144$1,69522
Country Club Heights$3,144$1,69523
Fox & Jacobs at Rosetta Canyon$3,766$1,69520
Lake Elsinore Hills$3,766$1,93720
Santa Rosa by Fox & Jacobs at Rosetta Canyon$3,766$1,93720
Tuscany Hills$3,766$1,93720

Cheapest Available Lake Elsinore Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake Elsinore, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Grand Oaks Apartments in the Alberhill Ranch neighborhood priced from $1,710. Lakehouse Apartments in the Horsethief Canyon neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,855. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Elsinore apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grand Oaks Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,710
Lakehouse Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,855
RidgestoneA21BR,1BA$1,937
Boulders Menifee2D- 1st Floor (115-116)1BR,1BA$1,995
Sierra Vista Apartments3 Bed 1.5 Bath3BR,1BA$2,075
Shoreline ApartmentsMarina2BR,1BA$2,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Elsinore, CA

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Elsinore area is the $1.66 price per square foot 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Sierra Vista Apartments in the in the Horsethief Canyon neighborhood starting from $2,075. The second greatest value Lake Elsinore apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Grand Oaks Apartments starting at $1,710 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Alberhill Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Elsinore apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sierra Vista Apartments3 Bed 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.66
Grand Oaks Apartments2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.94
Shoreline ApartmentsMarina2BR,1.5BA$2.59
RidgestoneA11BR,1BA$2.62
16911 Glenetta Way, Unit 316911 Glenetta Way1BR,1BA$2.12
Lakehouse Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.90
Boulders Menifee2A-ALT- 1st Floor (101)1BR,1BA$3.18

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Lake Elsinore Overview

If you’ve decided to look for Lake Elsinore apartments, then you’ve made a great decision. With a higher quality of life, a historic downtown, and many things to do and see, Lake Elsinore is a wonderful place to live. Furthermore, residents are in love with the weather in Lake Elsinore. With a very mild winter and summers that are bearable, staying comfortable is very easy in this city! And if you want to cool off, there is a gorgeous lake just minutes away and the beach is only a one-hour drive down the highway! Whether you want to raise a family or just try somewhere new after finishing college, then Lake Elsinore is a top place to call home!

Why live in Lake Elsinore, CA?

If you’ve decided to look for Lake Elsinore apartments, then you’ve made a great decision. With a higher quality of life, a historic downtown, and many things to do and see, Lake Elsinore is a wonderful place to live. Furthermore, residents are in love with the weather in Lake Elsinore. With a very mild winter and summers that are bearable, staying comfortable is very easy in this city! And if you want to cool off, there is a gorgeous lake just minutes away and the beach is only a one-hour drive down the highway! Whether you want to raise a family or just try somewhere new after finishing college, then Lake Elsinore is a top place to call home!

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Getting Around Lake Elsinore, CA

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Elsinore Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Elsinore Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Elsinore Apartment is $1,855 at Lakehouse Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Elsinore Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Elsinore is starting from $1,710 at Grand Oaks Apartments.

What is the most affordable Lake Elsinore Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lake Elsinore Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sierra Vista Apartments and starts from $2,075.

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