
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mission Viejo, CA from $1,000 (22 Rentals)
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eaves Santa Margarita

IMT Laguna Niguel

Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita

The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior Apartments

The Palms at Laguna Niguel

55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita
Mission Viejo, CA Local Guide

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 | $2,440 | $2,170 | $2,812 |
Cheap Mission Viejo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,668 | $2,025 | $4,702 |
Cheap Mission Viejo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,372 | $2,625 | $4,750 |
Cheap Mission Viejo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,202 | $3,569 | $6,180 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mission Viejo, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/13/2025Current apartment rentals in the Mission Viejo, CA area range in price from $1,200 to $10,000 with an overall median price of $6,303. The three Mission Viejo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Emerald Pointe at $2,500, Aegean Heights at $1,200, and Mission Viejo Central at $1,200. 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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Emerald Pointe | $4,850 | $2,500 | 7 |
Aegean Heights | $4,900 | $1,200 | 20 |
Mission Viejo Central | $4,925 | $1,200 | 31 |
Aliso | $5,000 | $2,700 | 11 |
Cordova South | $5,100 | $2,500 | 6 |
Mission Viejo South | $5,247 | $2,500 | 5 |
Highland Park | $6,050 | $2,500 | 14 |
California Colony | $6,750 | $1,400 | 32 |
Evergreen Ridge | $6,750 | $1,400 | 31 |
Mission Viejo North | $6,750 | $1,400 | 28 |
Cheapest Available Mission Viejo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mission Viejo, CA is a Studio unit found at 55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita in the Rancho Santa Margarita North neighborhood priced from $2,013. Saddleback Ranch Apartments in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,025. 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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55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita | Sedona | Studio, | $2,013 |
Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
Alicia Village | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
Spring Lakes Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
Heritage Park Senior Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,140 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Viejo, CA
As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Viejo area is the $3.00 price per square foot Seine Model at Bellecour Way Apartment Homes in the in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood starting from $4,185. The second greatest value Mission Viejo apartment is the B3 Model at Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments starting at $3,230 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the Highland Park 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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Bellecour Way Apartment Homes | Seine | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.00 |
Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
SERRANO HIGHLANDS APARTMENT HOMES | Montecito | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath Down | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
Arroyo at Baker Ranch | BR2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
Skyview | Mt.Denali | 2BR,2BA | $3.15 |
eaves Mission Viejo | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
154 Canyon Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
SYCAMORE LANE APARTMENT HOMES | Agave | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
Alicia Plaza | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
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Best Local Schools in Mission Viejo, CA
Philip J. Reilly Elementary
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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 55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita listed at $2,013.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Viejo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Viejo Apartment is $2,025 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 Madrid and starts from $4,037.
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