
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Viejo South Neighborhood of Mission Viejo, CA from $1,000 (7 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Viejo South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Viejo South Studio Apartments | $2,608 | $2,245 | $3,692 |
| Mission Viejo South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,964 | $2,300 | $5,035 |
| Mission Viejo South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,709 | $2,400 | $5,884 |
| Mission Viejo South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,367 | $4,235 | $6,500 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mission Viejo South Neighborhood of Mission Viejo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mission Viejo South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Viejo South area of Mission Viejo, CA is a Studio unit found at Mosaic Apartment Homes priced from $2,245. eaves Mission Viejo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,275. Here are the most affordable Mission Viejo South apartments for rent in Mission Viejo, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosaic Apartment Homes | Plan A | Studio,1BA | $2,245 |
| eaves Mission Viejo | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| Aloma Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Viejo South, CA
As of June 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Viejo South area is the $3.24 price per square foot Plan C Model at Alicia Village in the in the Nellie Gail Ranch neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Mission Viejo South apartment is the Plan D Model at Alicia Plaza starting at $2,785 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the Highland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Viejo South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alicia Village | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| Alicia Plaza | Plan D | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Laurel Vista Apartment Homes | Plan 2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.49 |
| Vista Real Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Heritage Square Senior Apartment Homes | Plan 3 | 2BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Aloma Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Las Flores Apartment Homes | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Skye | A01 | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Reata Oakbrook Village | Reata Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| eaves Mission Viejo | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
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Best Local Schools in Mission Viejo South, Mission Viejo, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Viejo South Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Viejo South?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Viejo South is at Mosaic Apartment Homes listed at $2,245.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Viejo South Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Viejo South Apartment is $2,275 at eaves Mission Viejo.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Viejo South Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Viejo South is starting from $2,400 at Aloma Apartments.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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