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32531 Cox Rd

MenifeeCA92584

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Murrieta, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Murrieta, CA

Pricing Updated: 01/24/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Murrieta, CA area range in price from $1,100 to $5,300 with an overall median price of $3,249. The three Murrieta neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Spencers Crossing at $1,125, Murrieta East at $1,695, and Rancho Bella Vista at $1,695. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Murrieta Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Spencers Crossing$2,355$1,12526
Murrieta East$2,757$1,69561
Rancho Bella Vista$2,887$1,69543
Winchester Silverhawk$2,949$1,695111
West Murrieta$3,155$1,595504
Copper Canyon$3,345$1,595318
Outer SW Riverside County Temecula$5,300$1,1001144

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crescent Heights Luxury Apartment HomesStudio FlatStudio,1BA$1,595
Hilltop at Winchester CreekR1B1BR,1BA$1,695
Arbors at California OaksThe Aspen1BR,1BA$1,755
Lakeridge Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,795
55+ FountainGlen TemeculaMission1BR,1BA$1,805

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Murrieta, CA

As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Murrieta area is the $2.24 price per square foot Plan 1 Model at Tricon Menifee in the in the The Grand neighborhood starting from $3,269. The second greatest value Murrieta apartment is the Evergreen Model at Vista Pointe starting at $2,699 with a $2.44 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tricon MenifeePlan 13BR,2.5BA$2.24
Vista PointeEvergreen3BR,2BA$2.44
28221 Via Princesa, Unit 128221 Via Princesa2BR,2BA$1.77
Gables Oak CreekChestnut2BR,2BA$2.11
Bell Murrieta SpringsB2B2BR,2BA$2.44
Stonewood Apartment Homes2x12BR,1BA$2.51
Pacific LandingThe Gledhill1BR,1BA$2.40
Dakota ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2.45
Hilltop at Winchester CreekR1A1BR,1BA$2.29
Lakeridge Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.49

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Frequently Asked Questions about Murrieta

What type of rentals are currently available in Murrieta?

There are currently 123 Apartments for Rent in Murrieta, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,125 to $4,570. There are also 120 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Murrieta ranging from $700 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Murrieta?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Murrieta ranges from $700 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,111.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Murrieta?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Murrieta range from $2,495 to $4,570, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,425 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,459.

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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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

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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.