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25072 Leucadia St, Unit I

26896 Via Grande

22193 Center Pointe
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23232 Orange Ave, Unit 2

2328 Via Mariposa W

23395 La Crescenta, Unit D

26832 Belleza Cir

2355 Via Mariposa E, Unit 2B

2296 Via Puerta, Unit N
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23302 La Mar Ln, Unit E138
Mission Viejo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mission Viejo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mission Viejo 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,132 | $1,500 | $4,500 |
Mission Viejo 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,278 | $1,350 | $6,500 |
Mission Viejo 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,158 | $4,750 | $10,000+ |
Mission Viejo 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,623 | $5,000 | $10,000+ |
Mission Viejo 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $28,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mission Viejo, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/28/2025Current apartment rentals in the Mission Viejo, CA area range in price from $1,895 to $9,467 with an overall median price of $6,087. The three Mission Viejo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cordova South at $2,200, Emerald Pointe at $2,169, and Highland Park at $2,200. 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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Cordova South | $4,137 | $2,200 | 128 |
Emerald Pointe | $4,800 | $2,169 | 121 |
Highland Park | $4,800 | $2,200 | 141 |
Mission Viejo South | $4,800 | $2,169 | 121 |
Country Club Area | $5,500 | $1,895 | 177 |
Finisterra Green - Baja | $5,500 | $1,895 | 181 |
Aegean Heights | $6,200 | $1,895 | 122 |
Aliso | $6,450 | $1,895 | 71 |
Mission Viejo Central | $6,950 | $1,895 | 232 |
California Colony | $7,500 | $1,998 | 113 |
Cheapest Available Mission Viejo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mission Viejo, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arroyo at Baker Ranch in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood priced from $1,817. The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior Apartments in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. 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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Arroyo at Baker Ranch | BR1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,817 |
The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior Apartments | Villa - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
Alicia Village | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
Heritage Park Senior Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
SYCAMORE LANE APARTMENT HOMES | Aloe | Studio,1BA | $2,169 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Viejo, CA
As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Viejo area is the $1.48 price per square foot BR1 Model at Arroyo at Baker Ranch in the in the Mission Viejo North neighborhood starting from $1,817. The second greatest value Mission Viejo apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Up Model at Trabuco Villas starting at $3,349 with a $3.04 price per square foot in the Mission Viejo Central 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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Arroyo at Baker Ranch | BR1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Trabuco Villas | 2 Bed 2 Bath Up | 2BR,2BA | $3.04 |
Ridgecrest Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
Timbers Apartments, El Toro | 2 BDRM/1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
Avila at Rancho Santa Margarita | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
Apex Laguna Niguel Apartments | A4L | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
Cortesia at Rancho Santa Margarita | Venice A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
154 Canyon Woods Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
Saddleback Ranch Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Down | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
eaves Lake Forest | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mission Viejo
What type of rentals are currently available in Mission Viejo?
There are currently 165 Apartments for Rent in Mission Viejo, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,895 to $9,467. There are also 66 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Viejo ranging from $1,350 to $28,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mission Viejo?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mission Viejo ranges from $1,350 to $28,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,768.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mission Viejo?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mission Viejo range from $3,710 to $9,467, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,800.
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