
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Murrieta, CA from $1,100 (21 Rentals)
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Crescent Heights Luxury Apartment Homes

Hilltop at Winchester Creek

34882 Kingsnake Ave, Unit Casita

Waterstone at Murrieta

Lakeridge Apartments

Arbors at California Oaks
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Murrieta Meadows Apartments

28631 Calle del Lago, Unit B
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Dakota Apartments

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Vista Promenade

Cape May at Harveston

Sycamore Terrace Apartments
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Murrieta, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Murrieta?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Murrieta Studio Apartments | $2,102 | $1,595 | $2,549 |
| Cheap Murrieta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,263 | $1,125 | $3,353 |
| Cheap Murrieta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,709 | $1,865 | $3,548 |
| Cheap Murrieta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,155 | $2,487 | $4,550 |
| Cheap Murrieta 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,681 | $3,459 | $3,899 |
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Murrieta, CA Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Murrieta, CA
Pricing Updated: 12/17/2025Current apartment rentals in the Murrieta, CA area range in price from $1,125 to $8,127 with an overall median price of $3,240. The three Murrieta neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Spencers Crossing at $1,125, Murrieta East at $1,695, and Winchester Silverhawk at $1,695. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Murrieta Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spencers Crossing | $2,227 | $1,125 | 19 |
| Murrieta East | $2,806 | $1,695 | 82 |
| Winchester Silverhawk | $2,929 | $1,695 | 147 |
| Rancho Bella Vista | $2,964 | $1,695 | 62 |
| West Murrieta | $3,165 | $1,595 | 526 |
| Copper Canyon | $3,295 | $1,595 | 312 |
| Outer SW Riverside County Temecula | $5,300 | $1,125 | 1037 |
Cheapest Available Murrieta Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Murrieta, CA is a Studio unit found at Crescent Heights Luxury Apartment Homes in the Estrella Hills neighborhood priced from $1,595. Hilltop at Winchester Creek in the Murrieta East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Murrieta apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Heights Luxury Apartment Homes | Studio Flat | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Hilltop at Winchester Creek | R1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 55+ FountainGlen Grand Isle | Antigua | 1BR,1BA | $1,770 |
| Dakota Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Arbors at California Oaks | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Murrieta, CA
As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Murrieta area is the $2.18 price per square foot Duet 2 Model at Tricon Menifee in the in the The Grand neighborhood starting from $3,329. The second greatest value Murrieta apartment is the Evergreen Model at Vista Pointe starting at $2,675 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Estrella Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Murrieta apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tricon Menifee | Duet 2 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.18 |
| Vista Pointe | Evergreen | 3BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| Gables Oak Creek | Chestnut | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| Sycamore Terrace Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Gables Alta Murrieta | 2BDA | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| 28631 Calle del Lago, Unit B | 28631 Calle del Lago | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Lakeridge Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.22 |
| Oak Springs Ranch | 2A | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Dakota Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Hilltop at Winchester Creek | R1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMurrieta, CA
Ranked #741
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Murrieta, CA
Antelope Hills Elementary
Vista Murrieta High
Warm Springs Middle
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Getting Around Murrieta, CA
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
30 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
15 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Murrieta Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Murrieta?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Murrieta is at Crescent Heights Luxury Apartment Homes listed at $1,595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Murrieta Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Murrieta Apartment is $1,695 at Hilltop at Winchester Creek.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Murrieta Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Murrieta is starting from $1,865 at Crescent Heights Luxury Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Murrieta Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Murrieta Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Gables Oak Creek and starts from $2,487.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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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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