
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mission Viejo, CA from $1,000 (7 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Viejo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Mission Viejo Studio Apartments | $2,663 | $1,750 | $5,067 |
Cheap Mission Viejo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,001 | $2,010 | $7,086 |
Cheap Mission Viejo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,764 | $2,385 | $9,817 |
Cheap Mission Viejo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,646 | $3,340 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mission Viejo, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current apartment rentals in the Mission Viejo, CA area range in price from $1,750 to $10,212 with an overall median price of $3,941. The three Mission Viejo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Mission Viejo Central at $1,750, Aegean Heights at $1,750, and Aliso at $1,750. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Mission Viejo Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Mission Viejo Central | $3,175 | $1,750 | 78 |
Aegean Heights | $3,316 | $1,750 | 28 |
Aliso | $3,547 | $1,750 | 70 |
Mission Viejo North | $3,817 | $1,750 | 75 |
California Colony | $3,820 | $1,750 | 109 |
Evergreen Ridge | $3,820 | $2,010 | 85 |
Rancho Santa Margarita North | $3,820 | $1,750 | 121 |
Cordova South | $4,320 | $2,175 | 116 |
Country Club Area | $4,320 | $1,750 | 147 |
Emerald Pointe | $4,320 | $2,175 | 110 |
Cheapest Available Mission Viejo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mission Viejo, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Saddleback Ranch Apartments in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood priced from $1,995. Westridge Apartment Homes in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,030. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mission Viejo apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Westridge Apartment Homes | Navaho | Studio,1BA | $2,030 |
55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita | Palermo | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Viejo, CA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Viejo area is the $2.99 price per square foot 2 BDRM/2 BATH Model at Timbers Apartments, El Toro in the in the Acacia Knolls neighborhood starting from $3,065. The second greatest value Mission Viejo apartment is the B2 Model at Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita starting at $3,169 with a $3.20 price per square foot in the Rancho Santa Margarita North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Viejo apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Timbers Apartments, El Toro | 2 BDRM/2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
Arroyo at Baker Ranch | BR2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
River Oaks Apartments | 2 BR 2 BA Premium w/ Garage | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Down | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
Bellogente Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
Alicia Plaza | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
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Getting Around Mission Viejo, CA
Walk Score®
61 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Viejo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Viejo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Viejo is at Westridge Apartment Homes listed at $1,980.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Viejo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Viejo Apartment is $1,995 at Saddleback Ranch Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Viejo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Viejo is starting from $2,159 at Arroyo at Baker Ranch.
What is the most affordable Mission Viejo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mission Viejo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arroyo at Baker Ranch and starts from $2,159.
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