
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Murrieta Neighborhood of Murrieta, CA from $1,600 (27 Rentals)
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Arbors at California Oaks

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Waterstone at Murrieta

Bell Murrieta Springs

Pacific Landing

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Gables Alta Murrieta
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The Park on Washington

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Canopy

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Amano

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Montessa Heights

The Max on Jefferson
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55+ FountainGlen Grand Isle

Camden Vineyards

Vista Pointe

41410 Juniper St

24145 Dolcetto Ave

40639 Vernay St
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24128 Tuscany Ave

23776 Corte Carrio

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Oak Springs Ranch

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Gables Oak Creek

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Marlowe Temecula

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The Croft
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Tricon Wildomar

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Solana Winchester Hills

Wildomar Senior Apartments
West Murrieta, Murrieta, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Murrieta?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Murrieta Studio Apartments | $1,980 | $1,745 | $2,215 |
| West Murrieta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,336 | $1,752 | $3,171 |
| West Murrieta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,771 | $2,120 | $3,353 |
| West Murrieta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,430 | $2,695 | $4,159 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the West Murrieta Neighborhood of Murrieta, CA.
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Cheapest Available West Murrieta Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Murrieta area of Murrieta, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Wildomar Senior Apartments priced from $1,678. Crescent Heights Luxury Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,745. Here are the most affordable West Murrieta apartments for rent in Murrieta, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wildomar Senior Apartments | 2 bed, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,678 |
| Crescent Heights Luxury Apartment Homes | Studio Loft | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
| Arbors at California Oaks | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,752 |
| 55+ FountainGlen Grand Isle | Antigua | 1BR,1BA | $1,841 |
| Waterstone at Murrieta | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,871 |
| Bell Murrieta Springs | A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,062 |
| Pacific Landing | The Gledhill | 1BR,1BA | $2,064 |
| Gables Alta Murrieta | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $2,091 |
| Murrieta Meadows Apartments | 2-Bedroom 2-Bathroom Market | 2BR,2BA | $2,184 |
| The Park on Washington | 1x1 A | 1BR,1BA | $2,220 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Murrieta, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Murrieta area is the $2.70 price per square foot The Acacia Model at Pacific Landing in the in the Estrella Hills neighborhood starting from $2,880. The second greatest value West Murrieta apartment is the Chestnut Model at Gables Oak Creek starting at $2,307 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Estrella Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Murrieta apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Landing | The Acacia | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| Gables Oak Creek | Chestnut | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Vista Pointe | Dogwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| Montessa Heights | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| Tricon Wildomar | Plan 2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.58 |
| Oak Springs Ranch | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Murrieta Meadows Apartments | 2-Bedroom 2-Bathroom Market | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| Bell Murrieta Springs | A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Gables Alta Murrieta | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Wildomar Senior Apartments | 2 bed, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
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Best Local Schools in West Murrieta, Murrieta, CA
E. Hale Curran Elementary
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This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Murrieta. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Murrieta Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Murrieta?
The cheapest apartment in West Murrieta is Arbors at California Oaks which is listed at $1,752, while the average apartment in West Murrieta costs $3,538.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Murrieta?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in West Murrieta that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West Murrieta?
Cheap apartments in West Murrieta have an average cost of $169 which is $3,369 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Murrieta.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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