
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the California Colony Neighborhood of Mission Viejo, CA from $1,800 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the California Colony area of Mission Viejo.


23195 Mesto

Saddleback Ranch Apartments

SYCAMORE LANE APARTMENT HOMES

Los Alisos at Mission Viejo

23341 La Crescenta

23341 La Crescenta, Unit A-301
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23341 La Crescenta

Alicia Viejo Apartment Homes

21496 Firwood

22195 Summit Hill Dr

Furnished Studio-Orange County - Lake Forest

Westridge Apartment Homes

eaves Santa Margarita
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Siena Terrace

Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita

23244 Orange Ave, Unit 1

154 Canyon Woods Apartments

The Arbors

85 Castano

85 Castano
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Arroyo at Baker Ranch

Forest Glen

55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita

Emerald Court Apartment Homes

Spring Lakes Apartment Homes

23220 Orange Ave
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20702 El Toro Rd

Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes

21246 Camelia
California Colony, Mission Viejo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in California Colony?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Colony Studio Apartments | $2,202 | $2,069 | $2,260 |
| California Colony 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,551 | $1,999 | $3,205 |
| California Colony 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,102 | $2,646 | $3,900 |
| California Colony 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,452 | $3,856 | $5,070 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the California Colony Neighborhood of Mission Viejo, CA.
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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 $2,011. 55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,164. Here are the most affordable California Colony apartments for rent in Mission Viejo, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | 1BR,1BA | $2,011 |
| 55+ FountainGlen Rancho Santa Margarita | Palermo | 1BR,1BA | $2,164 |
| Westridge Apartment Homes | Navaho | Studio,1BA | $2,215 |
| eaves Santa Margarita | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,274 |
| Emerald Court Apartment Homes | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| The Arbors | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Siena Terrace | Naples | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Spring Lakes Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,310 |
| Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita | Siena | 1BR,1BA | $2,327 |
| Los Alisos at Mission Viejo | One Bedroom A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,361 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in California Colony, CA
As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the California Colony area is the $3.03 price per square foot Seine Model at Bellecour Way Apartment Homes in the in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood starting from $4,220. The second greatest value California Colony apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bathroom Model at Cedar Glen starting at $3,500 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for California Colony apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellecour Way Apartment Homes | Seine | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.03 |
| Cedar Glen | 2 Bed 2 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Trabuco Villas | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.15 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Villas Antonio Apartment Homes | Plan Five | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
| Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
| 154 Canyon Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Down | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Siena Terrace | Naples | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Spring Lakes Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
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 $2,011 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 $2,732 at Siena Terrace.
What is the most affordable California Colony Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap California Colony Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Madrid and starts from $3,899.
Expert Rental Resources
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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