Cheap Apartments for Rent in the California Colony Neighborhood of Mission Viejo, CA from $2,000 (34 Rentals)

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Madrid
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Madrid

28401 Los Alisos BlvdMission Viejo, CA 92692

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Forest Glen
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Glen

25092 Farthing StLake Forest, CA 92630

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Trabuco Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trabuco Villas

25381 Mosswood WayLake Forest, CA 92630
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California Colony, Mission Viejo, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available California Colony Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the California Colony area of Mission Viejo, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Saddleback Ranch Apartments priced from $2,059. Arroyo at Baker Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,159. Here are the most affordable California Colony apartments for rent in Mission Viejo, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Saddleback Ranch Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Up1BR,1BA$2,059
Arroyo at Baker RanchBR22BR,1BA$2,159
Westridge Apartment HomesNavahoStudio,1BA$2,235
Spring Lakes Apartment HomesPlan B1BR,1BA$2,240
Villas Antonio Apartment HomesPlan One1BR,1BA$2,260
Emerald Court Apartment HomesPlan 11BR,1BA$2,275
eaves Santa MargaritaA11BR,1BA$2,285
Cortesia at Rancho Santa MargaritaSiena1BR,1BA$2,347
55+ Community FountainGlen Rancho Santa MargaritaSedonaStudio,1BA$2,353
Los Alisos at Mission ViejoOne Bedroom A1B1BR,1BA$2,387

Best Value Apartments for Rent in California Colony, CA

As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the California Colony area is the $2.91 price per square foot Plan B Model at Ridgecrest Apartments in the in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood starting from $3,059. The second greatest value California Colony apartment is the BR2 Model at Arroyo at Baker Ranch starting at $2,159 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for California Colony apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ridgecrest ApartmentsPlan B2BR,2BA$2.91
Arroyo at Baker RanchBR22BR,1BA$2.21
River Oaks ApartmentsMOVE IN SPECIAL: Two Weeks Off First Month's Re...2BR,2BA$3.02
Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$3.13
SERRANO HIGHLANDS APARTMENT HOMESMonterey1BR,1.2BA$3.36
Saddleback Ranch Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Up1BR,1BA$2.75
Bellecour Way Apartment HomesSavio1BR,1BA$3.53
Avila at Rancho Santa MargaritaA11BR,1BA$3.54
Sonterra at Foothill RanchJasmine1BR,1BA$3.47
Siena TerraceNaples1BR,1BA$3.42

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap California Colony Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom California Colony Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom California Colony Apartment is $2,059 at Saddleback Ranch Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom California Colony Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in California Colony is starting from $2,159 at Arroyo at Baker Ranch.

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