
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Park Neighborhood of Mission Viejo, CA from $1,000 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Highland Park area of Mission Viejo.


Bella Vista Apartments

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The Palms at Laguna Niguel

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Vilara

55+ Remington at Ladera Ranch

IMT Laguna Niguel

Las Flores Apartment Homes

Hanover Laguna Niguel

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Skye

The Vista at Laguna

Laguna Serrano

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55+ FountainGlen Laguna Niguel

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Highland Park, Mission Viejo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Studio Apartments | $2,529 | $2,295 | $3,582 |
| Highland Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,965 | $2,300 | $4,789 |
| Highland Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,416 | $2,400 | $5,135 |
| Highland Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,438 | $4,325 | $6,225 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highland Park Neighborhood of Mission Viejo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Highland Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland Park area of Mission Viejo, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Park Senior Apartment Homes priced from $2,110. Heritage Square Senior Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,180. Here are the most affordable Highland Park apartments for rent in Mission Viejo, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Park Senior Apartment Homes | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,110 |
| Heritage Square Senior Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,180 |
| Alicia Plaza | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2,280 |
| Mosaic Apartment Homes | Plan A | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| Aloma Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| The Palms at Laguna Niguel | Seville | 1BR,1BA | $2,417 |
| Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
| Vilara | The Suite | Studio,1BA | $2,450 |
| 55+ Remington at Ladera Ranch | Plan 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,538 |
| Bellogente Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, CA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Park area is the $3.27 price per square foot Plan 3 Model at Laurel Terrace Apartment Homes in the in the Highland Park neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Highland Park apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A + XL Patio Model at The Vista at Laguna starting at $3,226 with a $3.26 price per square foot in the Highland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Terrace Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| The Vista at Laguna | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan A + XL Patio | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| Villa Solana | La Playa | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Aliso Creek Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Vista Real Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Bellogente Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Aloma Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Las Flores Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| Alicia Plaza | Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHighland Park, Mission Viejo, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Highland Park, Mission Viejo, CA
Capistrano Valley High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Highland Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highland Park is under $2,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland Park?
The cheapest apartment in Highland Park is Heritage Park Senior Apartment Homes which is listed at $2,110, while the average apartment in Highland Park costs $4,365.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highland Park?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Highland Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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