Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Viejo Central Neighborhood of Mission Viejo, CA from $1,700 (11 Rentals)

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$1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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23195 Mesto

Mission ViejoCA92692

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Forest Glen
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Glen

25092 Farthing StLake Forest, CA 92630

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Sofi Laguna Hills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sofi Laguna Hills

24555 Los Alisos BlvdLaguna Hills, CA 92653

Mission Viejo Central, Mission Viejo, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mission Viejo Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Viejo Central area of Mission Viejo, CA is a Studio unit found at The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments priced from $1,950. Saddleback Ranch Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,011. Here are the most affordable Mission Viejo Central apartments for rent in Mission Viejo, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsVilla - StudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Saddleback Ranch Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Up1BR,1BA$2,011
Alicia PlazaPlan B1BR,1BA$2,225
eaves Mission ViejoA11BR,1BA$2,255
Alicia VillagePlan A1BR,1BA$2,260

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Viejo Central, CA

As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Viejo Central area is the $2.94 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bathroom Model at Cedar Glen in the in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Mission Viejo Central apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Down Model at Saddleback Ranch Apartments starting at $3,165 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the Mission Viejo Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Viejo Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cedar Glen2 Bed 2 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.94
Saddleback Ranch Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath Down2BR,2BA$2.82
Ridgecrest ApartmentsPlan C2BR,2BA$2.84
Trabuco VillasPlan 2A2BR,2BA$3.19
Villa SolanaVista2BR,2BA$3.04
Aliso Creek ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$3.05
154 Canyon Woods Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.04
SYCAMORE LANE APARTMENT HOMESAgave1BR,1BA$3.19
Alicia PlazaPlan B1BR,1BA$3.19
23465 Via Ronda23465 Via RondaStudio ,1BA$2.92

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mission Viejo Central, Mission Viejo, CA

Ranked #11

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Viejo Central Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Viejo Central?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Viejo Central is at The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Active Adult Apartments listed at $1,950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Viejo Central Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Viejo Central Apartment is $2,011 at Saddleback Ranch Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Viejo Central Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Viejo Central is starting from $2,575 at Spring Lakes Apartment Homes.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!