Cheap Homes for Rent in Mission Viejo Central Neighborhood of Mission Viejo, CA from $1,200 (7 Rentals)

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24036 Gemwood Dr

Lake ForestCA92630

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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 1 Bed unit found at Saddleback Ranch Apartments priced from $1,995. The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Mission Viejo Central apartments for rent in Mission Viejo, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Saddleback Ranch Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Up1BR,1BA$1,995
The Meridian at Laguna Hills - 55+ Senior ApartmentsVilla - StudioStudio,1BA$1,995
eaves Mission ViejoA21BR,1BA$2,085

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Viejo Central, CA

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Viejo Central area is the $3.14 price per square foot A Model at Aliso Creek Apartments in the in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Mission Viejo Central apartment is the Plan A Model at Ridgecrest Apartments starting at $2,710 with a $3.47 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.
Aliso Creek ApartmentsA1BR,1BA$3.14
Ridgecrest ApartmentsPlan A1BR,1BA$3.47
Saddleback Ranch Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Down1BR,1BA$2.71
Trabuco Villas1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.51
Las Flores Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$3.48
Trabuco Woods Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.07
Villa SolanaSerrano1BR,1BA$3.41
Alicia PlazaPlan B1BR,1BA$3.26
Alicia VillagePlan A1BR,1BA$3.46
eaves Mission ViejoA21BR,1BA$3.48

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mission Viejo Central

What type of rentals are currently available in Mission Viejo Central?

There are currently 100 Apartments for Rent in Mission Viejo Central, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $9,503. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mission Viejo Central ranging from $1,200 to $10,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mission Viejo Central?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mission Viejo Central ranges from $1,200 to $10,995 with an average monthly rent of $4,014.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mission Viejo Central?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mission Viejo Central range from $3,600 to $5,080, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,500.

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